Carpenter 2 - Facilities Maintenance Services Department

Nevada System of Higher Education•Reno, NV

About The Position

The University of Nevada, Reno (UNR) appreciates your interest in employment at our growing institution. We want your application process to go smoothly and quickly. Final applications must be submitted prior to the close of the recruitment. If you need assistance or have questions regarding the application process, please contact our recruitment helpline at (775) 784-1495 or [email protected]. For UNR Med professional job postings, please contact the Office of Professional Recruitment at (775) 784-6778. Job Description The University of Nevada, Reno is conducting a recruitment for a Carpenter 2 for the Facilities Maintenance Services Department (FMS). This position is responsible for providing skilled roofing and carpentry services to maintain and repair facilities while serving as a lead worker who coordinates daily work activities, supports staff development, and ensures work is completed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with established standards. Duties include (but are not limited to): Maintain and repair a variety of roofing systems and components; Respond to leak reports and warranty calls; Inspect existing roofs, contracted roofing work, and new roof installations; Review plans and designs for new roofing projects; Perform skilled carpentry work in a professional manner to maintain and repair buildings, structures, and fixtures; Maintain and repair doors, jambs, windows, ceilings, roofs, walls, stairs, flooring, and concrete surfaces; Perform preventative maintenance in accordance with established schedules, procedures, and safety standards; Serve as lead worker by providing training and technical guidance; assign, monitor, and review work; Provide input for performance evaluations; Assist the supervisor with the development and implementation of standard operating procedures; Assess work priorities and critical issues; Prepare operational reports; and Other duties as assigned. To see the full Class Specifications, visit: https://hr.nv.gov/uploadedFiles/hrnvgov/Content/Resources/ClassSpecs/09/09-439spc(1).pdf Required Qualifications This position requires the completion of a recognized carpentry apprenticeship program followed by one (1) year of journey level carpenter experience; OR An equivalent combination of education and experience. Pursuant to NRS 284.4066, this position has been identified as affecting public safety. Persons offered employment in this position must submit to a pre-employment screening for controlled substances. A valid Class “C” driver’s license or higher operator’s license is required at the time of appointment and as a condition of continuing employment. OSHA 10 certificate must be obtained within one year of employment. Physical Demands This position requires walking or standing to a significant degree; exerting 50 to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 25 to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or 10 to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. The job requires working with and around hazardous building materials containing asbestos and solvents; frequent setup and use of heavy extension ladders and scaffolding; frequent lifting, climbing, moving and installing of heavy objects, many in awkward or high locations; exposure to heat and gases involved with welding; working in high locations involved with roofing; exposure to hot and cold temperatures when working outside. This position requires the ability to see, hear, and communicate through speech.

Requirements

completion of a recognized carpentry apprenticeship program followed by one (1) year of journey level carpenter experience; OR An equivalent combination of education and experience
Persons offered employment in this position must submit to a pre-employment screening for controlled substances
A valid Class “C” driver’s license or higher operator’s license is required at the time of appointment and as a condition of continuing employment
OSHA 10 certificate must be obtained within one year of employment

Nice To Haves

Candidates with one year of journey-level on roofing maintenance are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

Maintain and repair a variety of roofing systems and components
Respond to leak reports and warranty calls
Inspect existing roofs, contracted roofing work, and new roof installations
Review plans and designs for new roofing projects
Perform skilled carpentry work in a professional manner to maintain and repair buildings, structures, and fixtures
Maintain and repair doors, jambs, windows, ceilings, roofs, walls, stairs, flooring, and concrete surfaces
Perform preventative maintenance in accordance with established schedules, procedures, and safety standards
Serve as lead worker by providing training and technical guidance; assign, monitor, and review work
Provide input for performance evaluations
Assist the supervisor with the development and implementation of standard operating procedures
Assess work priorities and critical issues
Prepare operational reports
Other duties as assigned

Benefits

Classified Employees are enrolled in The Public Employees’ Retirement System of Nevada (PERS) upon hire.
Health insurance options including dental and vision - Health Insurance
Life insurance, generous annual and sick leave - Classified Benefits
E. L. Wiegand Fitness Center offers an annual or semester membership and family membership options.
Mountain EAP supports employees (and eligible dependents) through life's difficult moments. Mountain EAP is located in Reno and specializes in counseling and advising services for personal or interpersonal issues.
Staff Employees’ Council (SEC) represents all Classified employees. SEC holds monthly meetings to provide a forum for employees to participate.
SEC Grant-in-aid for Classified Employees
The University encourages employees to pursue training and educational opportunities available to them through the Nevada System of Higher Education institutions. Tuition is paid in full when Classified employees enroll in a course that can apply toward the completion of a degree or is job-related.
Classified Staff Grant-In-Aid Benefit
Classified Employee Family Opportunity Program The University offers this program for spouses, domestic partners, and dependents of Classified employees (working at least 50%). The Classified Employee Family Opportunity Program may be used for undergraduate and graduate state-supported courses.
Classified Employee Family Opportunity Program