Lead Carpenter
Company: San Jose State University
Location: San Jose
Posted on: September 25, 2024
Job Description:
Job Summary
The Lead Carpenter, assigned to the Carpenter Shop within the
Maintenance & Operations unit of Facilities Development &
Operations, works under general supervision and provides lead
direction for journey-level crafts workers and semi-skilled
assistants, laying out and coordinating the work flow for the shop,
preparing materials lists, and ordering supplies in addition to
performing work as a skilled carpenter. Staff within the Carpenter
Shop are responsible for a full range of journey-level skilled work
in rough and finished skilled carpentry, to ensure a clean, safe,
attractive, and well maintained learning environment.
The Maintenance & Operations unit of Facilities Development &
Operations provides services to a University campus spread across
five sites comprised of +170 acres, 52 buildings, and more than six
million gross square feet. The Carpenter Shop is one of seven
skilled trades shops within Maintenance & Operations and is
comprised of a lead carpenter plus three journey-level carpenters
and may be assisted by staff in the Facility Worker Shop. The Shop
reports up to a Facilities Project Supervisor who provides
supervision and guidance.
Key Responsibilities
- Performs as a journey-level carpenter in association with basic
and advanced maintenance and repair work
- Builds, remodels, and maintains various types of facilities,
buildings, offices, classrooms, restrooms, sheds, fences and other
structures
- Installs, builds and repaired internal and external
structures
- Installs and repairing drywall, ceiling and floor tiles, and
roofs
- Makes, installs, and repairs cabinets, counters, shelves,
benches, partitions, floors, and door and window frames
- Hangs doors and installation window frames
- Erecting scaffolding, forms, frames, molds, and/or use
electronic lifts or personnel ladders in the performance of
duties
- Installs and repairs modular furniture
- Reads, interprets, and works from plans, drawings, and
specifications
- Ensures work performed is completed in a manner conforming with
plans, specifications, and building code and safety
requirements
- Cleans and maintains materials, tools, and equipment used in
the performance of duties
- Performs all work in accordance with established safety
procedures
- Maintains a clean and safe work environment
- Work may involve exposure to hazardous materials such as lead
and asbestos. Performs abatement, where certified
- Consults and works with other trades workers
- Operates power tools, shop and construction equipment typical
to the carpentry trade
- Provides lead work direction to skilled trades staff and
semi-skilled and unskilled assistants through the performance of
the duties noted below understanding that operational needs vary
daily and are based on priorities set by the appropriate
administrator
- Reviews work order system to understand and plan for
preventative, deferred, and reactive maintenance work efforts in a
manner aligned with the priorities communicated by the appropriate
administrator
- Ensures preventative maintenance and other work orders
designated as high priority are completed on schedule
- Prepares for and plans work including development of
material/supply needs lists and ordering supplies through the
warehouse and business office so as to pursue the work according to
schedule. Ensures adequate and appropriate warehouse stock supplies
are on hand
- Develops rough sketches/diagrams and corresponding cost
estimates and projected schedules for communication with the
business office and customer
- Develops labor resource schedules and communicates assignments
to assigned workers, making adjustments and coordinating with other
shops, where necessary
- Lays out, directs, assists and coordinates the work flow for
assigned work including project planning and coordinating with
other shops where necessary
- Instructs shop members in industry best practices and safety
rules through regular shop and safety meetings. Provides
instruction and lead direction to unskilled and semi-skilled
assistants
- Inspects completed work for conformance with specifications,
requirements, compliance with applicable building and safety codes
and regulations
- Ensures computerized record keeping systems are maintained with
all work efforts documented accurately
- Communicates with customers in a professional manner to keep
them informed of work efforts
- Provides feedback to the appropriate administrator concerning
staff work performance including productivity, quality, teamwork,
and communication
- Advises on set-up and layout of the shop as well as the
selection, ordering and storage of equipment and supplies. Consults
with shop staff to obtain feedback on recommendations
- Ensures Carpenter Shop and work areas remain neat and tidy at
all times and that tools and equipment are properly cared for and
stored safely
- Prepares standard reports, including preparation of as-builts
for database updates
- Acts as shop supervisor in absence of the Facility Project
Supervisor
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Thorough knowledge of the methods, materials, tools and
equipment used in both rough carpentry and finishes carpentry
including knowledge of various types and grades of lumber, and in
the use of hand and power carpentry tools
- Thorough knowledge of the applicable state codes and
regulations, including the Safety Orders of the Division of
Industrial Safety of the State of California and California
Building Codes
- Working knowledge of effective supervisory practices and
techniques and the ability to lead, instruct and coordinate the
work of a small group or crew of skilled and semi-skilled workers
as well as provide instruction to unskilled and semi-skilled
assistants
- Ability to provide lead work direction including supervising
and instructing in the necessary work efforts and safety rules that
must be adhered to
- Ability to make rough sketches, accurately estimate time and
costs as well as necessary supplies and materials needed for
assigned work, and to ensure work is performed in sequence
- Ability to build, install, and repair structural woodwork,
flooring, ceilings, and cabinetry
- Ability to operate and maintain hand and power tools typical to
the carpentry trade as well as to erect and work from scaffolds,
ladders, and personnel lifts
- Ability to recognize and select appropriate materials for the
work assigned including lumber types and grades
- Developed organizational skills to allow for the establishment
of priorities and labor resource assignments to accomplish work
within budget and labor resource constraints while meeting the
required schedule
- Working knowledge of practices and procedures of safety and
emergency preparedness and ability to respond appropriately to such
situations
- Knowledge and ability to complete work in conformance with
drawings, plans, and specifications, requirements and compliance
with applicable building and safety codes and regulations. Ability
to inspect work performed by others to ensure adherence to
requirements and industry practices
- Ability to ensure shop, equipment, and tools are properly
cleaned, maintained, and securely stored with shop being kept neat
and tidy at all times
- Knowledge in the use of computers and technology including
email, word processing, and spreadsheets
- Ability to use enterprise software systems to track work
orders, obtain supplies, document work efforts, and maintain
records
- Ability to read and write at a level appropriate to the
position; read and interpret blueprints, and perform arithmetic
calculations as required to perform the duties assigned
- Ability to prepare standard reports that may require one to
organization information, ideas and concepts in a written or
presentation format
- Ability to learn and maintain knowledge of a variety of state,
federal, CSU, and SJSU policies and procedures pertaining to
assigned duties
- Ability to implement a positive customer service approach, with
a commitment to high ethical standards, while maintaining focus on
solving problems or issues effectively and in a professional
manner
- Ability to communicate effectively and work harmoniously with a
diverse group of individuals who are directly or indirectly
involved with assignments and projects
- Ability to foster and participate in a positive, cooperative,
productive teamwork focused atmosphere and maintain positive
working relationships with a diverse population including those
from various backgrounds
- Ability to understand and embrace priorities for work
assignments while also maintaining flexibility to accommodate
changes while meeting deadlines despite intermittent
interruptions
- Ability to operationalize sustainability concepts (economic
justice, social justice, environmental justice) into all aspects of
performing job duties
- Ability to perform strenuous work in potentially hazardous
environments
- Ability to pass a physical which enables the use of a half-face
respirator
- Possession of a valid California driver's license and maintain
a driving record that allows for the operation of any vehicle or
equipment required in the performance of duties
Required Qualifications
- These abilities normally would be acquired through any
combination of progressively responsible training and experience
which demonstrates achievement of journey-level skills equivalent
to that acquired through the completion of a carpenter's
apprenticeship program. Must participate in all OSHA required
physicals and examinations.
- One to two years of experience as a journey-level carpenter
that included work coordination responsibilities
- Valid driver's license with an appropriate safety record so as
to allow operation of assigned equipment in California
License
A valid driver's license is required for this position. Out of
state candidates selected for the position must obtain a State of
California driver's license within 10 days of hire in accordance
with the California Department of Motor Vehicles regulations.
Once hired the employee must successfully complete the Defensive
Driver Training Program provided by the State of California for
California State University campuses.
Preferred Qualifications
- Possession of a current California asbestos worker
certification
- Possession of a current California lead worker
certification
- Experience in maintenance of a State facility, College or
University, or other multi-facility complex
- Working knowledge of effective supervisory practices and
techniques
Compensation
Classification: Lead Carpenter
Anticipated Hiring Range: $7,000/month - $7,205/month
CSU Hiring Range: $6,151/month - $7,942/month
San Jose State University offers employees a comprehensive benefits
package typically worth 30-35% of your base salary. For more
information on programs available, please see the .
Application Procedure
Click Apply Now to complete the SJSU Online Employment Application
and attach the following documents:
- Resume
- Letter of Interest
This position is open until filled.
Contact Information
University Personnel
408-924-2252
CSU Vaccination Policy
The CSU strongly recommends that all individuals who access any
in-person program or activity (on- or off-campus) operated or
controlled by the University follow COVID-19 vaccine
recommendations adopted by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and
Prevention (CDC) and the California Department of Public Health
(CDPH) applicable to their age, medical condition, and other
relevant indications and comply with other safety measures
established by each campus. The system wide policy can be found at
and questions may be sent to .
Additional Information
Satisfactory completion of a background check (including a criminal
records check) is required for employment. SJSU will issue a
contingent offer of employment to the selected candidate, which may
be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying
information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly
withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily
complete the background check may affect the continued employment
of a current CSU employee who was offered the position on a
contingent basis.
The standard background check includes: criminal check, employment
and education verification. Depending on the position, a motor
vehicle and/or credit check may be required. All background checks
are conducted through the university's third party vendor, Accurate
Background. Some positions may also require fingerprinting. SJSU
will pay all costs associated with this procedure. Evidence of
required degree(s) or certification(s) will be required at time of
hire.
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(e.g. H1-B VISAS)
All San Jose State University employees are considered mandated
reporters under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting
Act and are required to comply with the requirements set forth in
CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment. Incumbent is
also required to promptly report any knowledge of a possible Title
IX related incident to the Title IX Office or report any
discrimination, harassment, and/or retaliation to the Office of
Equal Opportunity.
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Statistics Act and Campus Housing Fire Safety Notification:
Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy
and Campus Crime Statistics Act, the Annual Security Report (ASR)
is also now available for viewing at The ASR contains the current
security and safety-related policy statements, emergency
preparedness and evacuation information, crime prevention and
Sexual Assault prevention information, and information about drug
and alcohol prevention programming. The ASR also contains
statistics of Clery crimes for San Jose State University locations
for the three most recent calendar years. A paper copy of the ASR
is available upon request by contacting the Office of the Clery
Director by phone at 408-924-1501 or by email at .
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Safety Report (AFSR) is also available for viewing at . The purpose
of this report is to disclose statistics for fires that occurred
within SJSU on-campus housing facilities for the three most recent
calendar years, and to distribute fire safety policies and
procedures intended to promote safety on Campus. A paper copy of
the AFSR is available upon request by contacting the Housing Office
by phone at 408-795-5600 or by email at .
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Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer committed to
nondiscrimination on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship
status, color, creed, disability, ethnicity, gender, genetic
information, marital status, medical condition, national origin,
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laws, prohibit discrimination on the basis of sex in all education
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campus).
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