Carpenter

Worcester Housing Authority•Springfield, MA

4d•$33 - $37

About The Position

The Worcester Housing Authority (WHA) is expanding its Maintenance and Trades team through a subsidized initiative supporting housing authorities throughout Western Massachusetts. The Carpenter provides skilled carpentry, repairs, renovations, and general maintenance services across participating housing authorities. This is a primarily field-based role supporting multiple properties and communities rather than a single location. The position contributes to improving housing conditions, strengthening public housing infrastructure, and ensuring safe, well-maintained homes. It is full-time, benefits eligible, and follows regular business hours Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Journeyman-level carpentry experience in both rough and finish carpentry.
Five years of continuous, full-time experience working as a carpenter.
Ability to work independently or with others productively and efficiently.
Skill in using hand tools, including table and band saws, hand saws, hammers, sanders, planers, and drills.
Ability to plan, lay out, and complete work assignments timely and efficiently.
Ability to read and interpret plans and blueprints.
Basic math and measuring skills.
Positive attitude, excellent customer service skills, and willingness to collaborate to complete work efficiently and to high quality standards.
Ability to meet the physical requirements of the job.
Willingness to work overtime when necessary.
Valid, insurable Massachusetts driver's license.
Ability to be relied upon to be available for work.

Responsibilities

Fit and install window frames, casements, and door frames.
Install and repair sidewalls, lathes, sheathing, floors, and ceilings.
Repair stairs and lay shingles, clapboards, and other exterior coverings on buildings.
Install and repair locks on windows and doors.
Build, install, and repair closets, counters, cabinets, bins, and similar structures.
Measure, cut, and fit building materials to repair and maintain buildings and building appurtenances.
Apply measurements and discern horizontal and vertical trueness when installing wood products.
Work from blueprints, technical instructions, and engineering drawings.
Maintain and repair carpentry equipment and tools.
Perform emergency work for incidents such as fire, flood, or snow removal when management determines it is in the public interest.
Perform similar job-related duties as assigned.