CARPENTER (Journeyman)

Leisure World of Maryland•Silver Spring, MD

12d•Onsite

About The Position

Leisure World of Maryland Corporation (LWMC) is seeking a Carpenter (Journeyman) to work a full-time schedule for 40 hours per week. The Journeyman Carpenter is responsible for inspecting, constructing, installing, altering, repairing and maintaining woodwork and other related structures using carpenter's hand tools and power tools. The Journeyman Carpenter works in cooperation with other LWMC trades and outside vendors to ensure that all specifications, regulations and policies are met, and to ensure efficient completion of projects.

Requirements

Current valid driver's license with clean driving record
High School graduate or General Education degree (GED) Required
5 or more years of experience in the carpentry trade be it residential or commercial.
Ability to work cooperatively with other trades.
Ability to deal with vendors, internal customers and residents with tact, patience and courtesy.
Ability to participate in the operations and activities of the Carpentry Department.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints and building plans/specifications.
Ability to maintain inventory.
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Knowledge of carpentry techniques, procedures, equipment and terminology and techniques.
Knowledge of the qualities, adaptability, and use of various woods and materials.
Knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety rules and regulations applicable to trade.
Ability to use the tools and equipment of the carpentry trade.
Ability to construct, alter, and repair walls, doors, countertops, furniture, cabinets and other related items per blueprints, specifications, and instructions.
Entering and exiting one's assigned work truck or van, including the loading and unloading of equipment and materials on a regular basis.
Driving, parking, and the obeying of laws and rules relative to the safe operation of a motor vehicle.
Work is performed while standing, sitting and/or walking.
Requires bending, squatting, crawling, climbing, reaching.
Requires ability to lift, carry, push or pull medium weights, up to 75 pounds.
Requires activities involving being around moving machinery, exposure to marked changes in temperatures and humidity, and exposure to dust, fumes and gases.
Requires the ability to communicate effectively using speech, vision and hearing.

Responsibilities

Constructs, installs, alters, repairs and maintains doors, drywall, locks, countertops, shelves/partitions, fences, flooring and other related repairs or installation not involving electricity or plumbing.
Reviews building plans, specifications and inspects structure to assess material and equipment needs.
Identifies required tools and special equipment required for job.
Uses and maintains a variety of hand and power tools, and keeps them clean, maintained, and properly stored.
Verifies trueness of structure, utilizing plumb bob and level.
Shapes or cuts materials to specified measurements, using hand or power tools.
Assembles and fastens materials to make frameworks, floors, and other wooden fixtures using hand tools, wood screws, nails, dowel pins, glue or power tools.
Builds or repairs cabinets, countertops, doors, frameworks, floors, and other related fixtures using woodworking machines, carpenters hand tools, and power tools.
Erects scaffolding and ladders for assembling structures above ground level.
Removes damaged or defective parts or sections of structures and repairs or replaces using hand or power tools.
Finishes surfaces of woodwork or wallboard using paint, hand tools and other materials as applicable.
Constructs forms and chutes for pouring concrete.
Fills and sands cracks and other defects in plaster/plasterboard.
Performs occasional painting projects including cleaning, sanding, patching holes, and filling cracks to create a smooth, ready surface for finishing.
Applies primers, paints, stains, and varnishes using appropriate tools such as brushes, rollers, and sprayers.
Uses drop cloths, tape, and plastic sheeting to protect surrounding surfaces, furniture, and fixtures from paint or other materials.
Demonstrates the proper use and care for tools like brushes, rollers, and sprayers for consistent and reliable long-term use.
Adheres to all building codes, installation requirements and relevant regulations.
Maintains a clean, organized and stocked truck.
Documents time spent on jobs; taking pictures before and after work is completed.
Prepares invoices for each job and collects money before leaving site unless indicated otherwise by office.
Maintains daily job journal and/or log of services performed.
Communicates professionally with customer.
Ensures that work orders are filled out and turned in within 24 hours of completion of work.
Ensures that all customers are satisfied with the job upon completion.
Required to be on-call after regular business hours and weekends on a rotational basis and be available to work in the event of emergency maintenance and repairs.
Performs work in accordance with established safety procedures to include but not limited to, wearing protection, appropriate boots/shoes, gloves, protective clothing and obtaining and following MSDS sheets as necessary.
Ensures that hazardous material is disposed of properly.
Guides and mentors apprentices or other laborers and assists lead carpenters when necessary.
Observes the completion of simpler tasks assigned to apprentices or less experienced carpenters to ensure that they gain experience.
Ensures that apprentices or less experienced carpenters pay close attention to and learn from master carpenters to develop skills and understand the trade.