Carpenter

Internal•Bellingham, WA

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Western Washington University is hiring a journey-level Carpenter in Facilities Development and Operations. The position works independently and as part of a small team, taking direction from supervisors and leads. The Carpenter maintains, repairs, and renovates university facilities and may drive a service truck to transport materials, equipment, supplies, and personnel to job sites throughout WWU. Other duties may be assigned. Carpentry work includes framing walls, ceilings, and door openings with wood and metal; fabricating, installing, modifying, and repairing cabinetry, fixtures, furniture, doors, and door hardware; installing wall coverings and acoustical treatments; patching, forming, and pouring concrete; repairing and replacing window and door glazing; and installing ceiling systems, boards, shelving, and related fixtures. The position requires effective, inclusive working relationships with diverse groups across the university community and the ability to incorporate economic, societal, and environmental sustainability concepts into job duties. Employment is subject to university immunization policies, fingerprint and other background checks, and employment eligibility verification. New employees must provide proof of Rubeola measles immunity within 60 days of hire, subject to applicable exemptions and accommodations.

Requirements

Four years of full-time journey-level carpentry experience in a commercial or institutional environment; journey level is achieved after four years at the apprentice level.
Experience installing and fabricating doors and door hardware in institutional and commercial applications, including door closers, door operators, panic hardware, and locksets.
Experience framing walls, ceilings, and doors using wood and metal materials.
Experience installing wall coverings, including gypsum wallboard and plaster.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints, detail sketches, plans, and building specifications.
Ability to perform accurate material take-offs, help estimate projects, and assist with field design work and shop drawings.
Experience using applicable hand tools and operating power equipment such as saws, jointers, sanders, planers, and boring and mortising machines.
Ability to clean, sharpen, maintain, and repair tools and equipment.
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to present a positive image and a friendly, cooperative manner with students, staff, and faculty at all organizational levels.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to manage time and work under pressure with tight schedules and deadlines.
Ability to perform assigned tasks requiring respirators, including particulate and half-face cartridge respirators, and meet fit-test requirements.
Physical ability to perform all job functions.
High school diploma or GED.
Valid driver's license or ability to obtain one before starting work.
Ability to drive a service truck as required and load and unload materials and supplies.
Obtain an Asbestos Worker certificate within one year of employment.
Comply with university immunization policies, including providing proof of Rubeola measles immunity within 60 days of hire, subject to applicable exemptions and accommodations.
Pass a fingerprint background check and other required pre-employment background checks.
Provide employment eligibility verification as required before beginning work.

Nice To Haves

Strong working knowledge of Washington Industrial Safety and Health Act (WISHA) and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations, with the ability to apply relevant safety standards and requirements.
Current Asbestos Worker Certification.

Responsibilities

Maintain, repair, and renovate university facilities through a variety of carpentry tasks.
Frame walls, ceilings, and door openings using wood and metal materials.
Fabricate, install, modify, and repair cabinetry, fixtures, and furniture using a variety of materials.
Install wall coverings, including brick, stone, and FRP panels.
Patch, form, and pour concrete for stairs, slabs, and walls.
Install and repair plastic laminates and solid-surface materials such as Corian.
Fabricate, install, and repair doors and door hardware.
Repair and replace glazing in windows and doors.
Fabricate and install bulletin boards, whiteboards, chalkboards, shelving, and related fixtures on various wall surfaces.
Install acoustical treatments, ceiling tiles, and suspended ceiling systems.
Drive a service truck as required; load, transport, and unload materials, supplies, equipment, and personnel to job sites throughout WWU.
Maintain productive, effective, and inclusive working relationships with diverse university and external constituents.
Incorporate economic, societal, and environmental sustainability concepts into job duties.
Perform other duties as assigned.