Carpenter II

Six Flags Entertainment Corporation•Charlotte, NC

About The Position

Performs skilled trade duties in cabinetmaking, carpentry, concrete, and asphalt work to maintain, repair, and construct park, restaurant, and office buildings and equipment. Operates fixed and portable power tools and trade-related heavy equipment. Reviews blueprints, sketches, and building plans to determine materials and dimensions for structures or fixtures. The role requires working at heights and a flexible schedule that may include nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime.

Requirements

At least 18 years of age.
Ability to climb and work at heights up to 300 feet.
Ability to wear personal protective equipment, including steel-toed shoes and fall-protection equipment.
Ability to pass mandatory or random drug testing, subject to applicable law and Company policy.
Ability to pass a background check, which may include credit, criminal, DMV, employment, education, and reference checks, subject to applicable law and Company policy.
Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends, holidays, and overtime.
Solid knowledge of lumber grades and countertop materials.
Strong knowledge of power tools, including skill saws, miter saws, and jigsaws.
Skill in operating, maintaining, and occasionally repairing multiple types of tools.
Strong critical-thinking skills, including using logic to solve problems and anticipate them.
Ability to communicate effectively and coordinate with guests, peers, architects, and subcontractors.
Ability to work from written blueprints or instructions and develop material lists from them.
High school graduate or equivalent.
Valid driver’s license.
Typically requires 2–4 years of carpentry or general construction experience, including general carpentry and cabinetmaking.
Directly related experience, or a combination of directly related education, experience, and/or competencies, may be considered in place of the stated requirements.

Nice To Haves

Related vocational training.

Responsibilities

Plan repair schedules for park equipment and vehicle maintenance programs; inspect, service, test, troubleshoot, and repair vehicles and equipment.
Operate heavy equipment, including backhoes, tractors, forklifts, and JLG lifts, as well as saws and two-way radios; use measuring devices and carpentry, concrete, landscaping, and mechanic’s tools.
Document work performed daily and prepare or process required maintenance documentation and inspection forms.
Maintain clean, orderly, and safe work areas and properly maintain assigned equipment and tools.
Work with wood, plastic, fiberglass, and drywall; use chisels, planes, saws, drills, and sanders to repair and erect structures, joining materials with nails, screws, staples, or adhesives.
Work on scaffolding, ladders, and building beams; check work to ensure it meets codes and specifications.
Use levels, rules, plumb bobs, framing squares, and surveying equipment to ensure work is level and secure.
Work with prefabricated buildings; build stairs, mantles, and furniture; install cabinets and molding.
Remodel offices and structures, create forms for pouring concrete, erect scaffolding, and build trench bracing.
Replace panes of glass, ceiling tiles, and doors; repair or build furniture.
Install partitions, doors, and windows; move and install machinery.
Work from blueprints or supplied instructions and ensure finished work matches specifications.
Prepare project layouts, estimate dimensions and proportions, and select and purchase materials.
Perform other duties as assigned.