Carpenter

Ketchikan Indian Community • Ketchikan, AK

77d • $27 - $41 • Onsite

About The Position

The carpenter will be part of the construction team within the Facilities Management Department, working on a wide variety of remodeling and new construction projects. This position involves various aspects of carpentry. The carpenter is expected to conduct themselves in a professional manner. Effective communication and coordination of work are essential, as this role involves interaction with both the public and KIC staff. Additionally, the ability to operate carpentry machinery safely and professionally is required.

Requirements

• Ability to understand mathematical calculations, measurements, quantities and angles knowledge.
• Knowledge of woodworking methods, cutting, shaping, jointing, and finishing wood.
• Skills in a wide range of hand and power tools, saws, drills, nail guns, routers and safety.
• Ability to understand and interpret architectural blueprints and technical drawings.
• Basic knowledge of building codes, framing techniques, and the principles of structural stability.
• Strong understanding of safety protocols and the ability on work safely on a construction site.
• Strong understanding and sensitivity to American Indian/Alaska Native (AI/AN) Tribal culture and lifestyle, working effectively with AI/AN populations.
• Effective oral and written communication skills with sensitivity to the lifestyles of targeted participants.
• Skills in operating personal computers using a variety of computer software.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with management, coworkers, and outside contacts.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality and comply with all applicable federal and tribal privacy laws and KIC policy (HIPAA, HITECH, etc.).
• Ability to learn and apply program/agency operating policies and procedures.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and tasks concurrently and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work independently as well as with teams.
• High school diploma or GED.
• One-year experience in a related field.
• Proof of valid driver's license with acceptable driving record.

Nice To Haves

• A thorough knowledge of building trades is helpful in order that coordination issues do not slow down the job.
• A combination of relevant experience, education, and training may substitute for education and experience requirements on a year-for-year basis.
• Two years’ experience in carpentry, or construction.
• Carpentry Certification, preferred.
• Experience in community clinic preferred and a strong commitment to multi-disciplinary teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Maintenance and new construction for KIC FM Department, may include construction and remodeling of commercial facilities structures in the Ketchikan area, including but not limited to: Foundation shoring and retrofitting, Framing floors, walls and roofs, Drywall hanging, taping and repairing, Roofing application (all types), Replacement of windows, doors and floors, Insulation, Decking and siding
• Selecting lumber by size and strength to suit each job, sourcing wood to suit each project
• Reading blueprints and designs to work to specifications as prepared by other construction professionals
• Other related duties as assigned

Benefits

• KIC is a Drug-Free Workplace. All employees must adhere to KIC drug and alcohol policies and procedures to ensure a safe workplace. Employees must pass a pre-employment and subsequent random and/or for-cause drug and alcohol screening to be eligible for and maintain employment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED