Carpenter Maintenance

Cayuse Holdings•Beltsville, MD

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Carpenter performs carpentry work to maintain and repair wooden structures and equipment. Work includes planning, measuring, constructing, and assembling wooden structures and fixtures according to blueprints, drawings, models, or verbal instructions. The role uses a range of carpentry tools, materials, and techniques to complete projects such as building and repairing bins, cribs, counters, benches, partitions, doors, floors, stairs, casings, and trim. The position supports Cayuse’s values of Innovation, Excellence, Collaboration, Adaptability, and Integrity by delivering quality work, developing technical solutions for customer needs, and working collaboratively. The position is based on-site in Beltsville, Maryland. Normal business hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., though the employee may be asked to work a flexible schedule, holidays, or hours outside the normal schedule. Business or professional development travel may be requested. The work may take place indoors or outdoors in varying conditions and involves physical tasks such as lifting, climbing, and using tools in different positions. The employee must be able to perform duties for extended periods and use a computer and office productivity tools as needed. A high school diploma or equivalent is required, along with relevant shop, mechanical drawing, blueprint-reading, on-the-job, vocational school, or community college training. U.S. citizenship is required due to the nature of work at the client facility. The position also requires submission of a DNA sample for storage in a government-managed employee database, with the sample excluded from CODIS, and the ability to pass a background check. Additional checks may be required during employment depending on projects or clients. The role reports to the Operational Lead.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent, such as a GED, and relevant training through high-school shop classes, mechanical drawing and blueprint reading, on-the-job training, a vocational school, or a community college.
U.S. citizenship is required due to the nature of the work at the client facility.
Must submit a DNA sample for storage in the government-managed DNA Sample-Employee Database; the sample will be excluded from CODIS.
Must pass a background check; additional checks may be required during employment based on projects or clients.
Proficiency with carpentry hand tools, power tools, and measuring instruments.
Manual dexterity and a good sense of balance to operate tools and equipment safely and effectively.
Clear, professional, articulate interpersonal communication, and strong verbal and written communication skills.
Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills, with close attention to detail.
Ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities; adaptable and quick to learn.
Self-motivated, able to work independently and as part of a multifunctional team.
Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information appropriately.
Ability to document calibration results and interpret technical data.
Proficiency in MS Office, including Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Excel.
Ability to work on-site in Beltsville, Maryland.
Ability to perform duties physically and mentally for extended periods and to complete tasks involving lifting, climbing, and using tools in various positions.
Ability to use a computer and office productivity tools at a speed sufficient to meet job demands.

Responsibilities

Plan and lay out work using blueprints, drawings, models, or verbal instructions.
Use carpenter hand tools, portable power tools, and standard measuring instruments to complete assignments.
Perform shop computations related to dimensions, measurements, and material requirements.
Select and prepare materials based on project specifications.
Construct, repair, and maintain bins, cribs, counters, benches, partitions, doors, floors, stairs, casings, and trim.
Inspect existing structures and equipment to identify necessary repairs or enhancements.
Ensure construction and repairs meet quality and safety standards.
Maintain a clean, organized work environment and follow safety protocols.
Perform other duties as assigned.