Carpenter Foreperson

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign • Urbana, IL

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About The Position

Carpenter Foreperson Biannual Crafts and Trades Testing Listings are for testing purposes only. To be considered for a vacancy, you will need to apply to an open position. To submit an application, please visit our career site for a listing of current vacancies. Employees at this level supervise the work of carpenters and other assigned personnel. They work under general supervision from a designated supervisor.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Successful completion of a recognized carpenter apprenticeship program or four (4) years (48 months) of full-time journey-level carpenter experience.
• Five (5) years (60 months) of additional full-time journey-level carpenter experience.
• As required by position to be filled, current license/certification consistent with vehicles, machinery and equipment that is routinely used in the general occupational area.
• Dependent upon institutional need, incumbents may be required to obtain job-related certification or license, such as a valid Illinois Department of Public Health Lead Abatement Worker License.

Responsibilities

• Performs all duties normally required in the trade of carpenter, following recognized procedures and techniques for such work.
• Plans, assigns, directs and supervises the work of carpenters and carpenter sub-foremen.
• Acts as custodian of tools, equipment, and materials used on the job.
• Verifies and approves material requisitioned by employees being supervised.
• Participates in the management of personnel matters/activities such as selection and termination of employees, planning and conducting training programs, evaluating work performance, and approving time and leave requests.
• Enforces safe working habits, including safe operation and handling of materials and equipment.
• Maintains records.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED