CARPENTER (Journeyman)

Leisure World of MarylandSilver Spring, MD
11d$27 - $30

About The Position

Leisure World of Maryland Corporation (LWMC), the property management company for Leisure World of Maryland, is a private, age-restricted community comprised of 29 community associations representing over 5,600 homes and extensive Trust operations, located in Silver Spring, Maryland. We are 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.

Responsibilities

  • As applicable, 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.
  • Reviewing building plans, specifications and inspecting structure to assess material and equipment needs.
  • Identifying required tools and special equipment required for job.
  • Use and maintain a variety of hand and power tools, and keep them clean, maintained, and properly stored.
  • Verifying trueness of structure, utilizing plumb bob and level.
  • Shaping or cutting materials to specified measurements, using hand or power tools.
  • Assembling and fastening materials to make frameworks, floors, and other wooden fixtures using hand tools, wood screws, nails, dowel pins, glue or power tools.
  • Build or repair cabinets, countertops, doors, frameworks, floors, and other related fixtures using woodworking machines, carpenters hand tools, and power tools.
  • Erecting scaffolding and ladders for assembling structures above ground level
  • Removing damaged or defective parts or sections of structures and repairing or replacing using hand or power tools.
  • Finishing surfaces of woodwork or wallboard using paint, hand tools and other materials as applicable.
  • Constructing forms and chutes for pouring concrete.
  • Filling and sanding cracks and other defects in plaster/plasterboard.
  • Cleaning, sanding, patching holes, and filling cracks to create a smooth, ready surface for finishing.
  • Applying primers, paints, stains, and varnishes using appropriate tools such as brushes, rollers, and sprayers.
  • Using drop cloths, tape, and plastic sheeting to protect surrounding surfaces, furniture, and fixtures from paint or other materials.
  • Demonstrate the proper use and care for tools like brushes, rollers, and sprayers for consistent and reliable long-term use.
  • Adhere to all building codes, installation requirements and relevant regulations.
  • Maintain a clean, organized and stocked truck.
  • Document time spent on jobs; taking pictures before and after work is completed.
  • Prepare invoices for each job and collect money before leaving site unless indicated otherwise by office.
  • Maintains daily job journal and/or log of services performed.
  • Always communicate professionally with customer.
  • Ensures that work orders are filled out and turned in within 24 hours of completion of work.
  • Ensure that all customer is satisfied with job upon completion.
  • Required to be on-call after regular business hours and weekends on 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 as necessary.
  • Ensures that hazardous material is disposed of properly .
  • Guide and mentor apprentices or other laborers and assist lead carpenters when necessary.
  • Observe the completion of simpler tasks assigned to apprentices or less experienced carpenters to ensure that they gain experience, which can include tasks that are sometimes seen as undesirable but are essential for learning consistency and following directions.
  • When working with apprentices or less experienced carpenters and ensuring that they pay close attention to and learn from master carpenters to develop skills and understand the trade.

Benefits

  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Life
  • LTD
  • 401(k)
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