Carpenter

White Oak Conservation•Yulee, FL

10d•Onsite

About The Position

The Carpenter, part of the Maintenance Department and reporting to the Senior Maintenance Manager, is responsible for building, maintaining, and installing structures and fixtures on White Oak property. The role performs residential and light commercial construction and a broad range of repairs and maintenance across the property. The position follows safety rules and maintains a safe, clean work environment. Duties listed describe the general nature of the work and are not exhaustive.

Requirements

At least four years of experience with all phases of residential building and carpentry; or two years of residential building and two years of commercial construction experience; or two years of fencing installation and two years of general construction.
Knowledge of shop tools, including table saws, miter saws, drill presses, sanders, routers, and grinders.
Ability to operate without direct supervision and be self-motivated, persistent, confident, tenacious, and take pride in work.
Strong organizational skills.
Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills.
Willingness to learn new skills.
Dependable, trustworthy, and neatly groomed.
Ability to receive and follow instructions and communicate with co-workers.
Ability to read and adhere to labels, safety warnings, and guidelines.
Attention to detail and constant alertness to ensure safety.
Basic computer skills.
Valid Florida or Georgia driver's license.
Ability to work in extreme temperatures, noise, and hazardous materials; work using ladders and man lifts; and lift up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Educational certificates are preferred.
Certificates of competency in carpentry are preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform residential and light commercial construction.
Follow established safety rules and regulations and maintain a safe and clean environment.
Read and interpret blueprints for structural concepts.
Build or repair cabinets, doors, frameworks, floors, trim work, decks, walkways, and other wooden fixtures using woodworking machines, hand tools, or power tools.
Remove damaged or defective parts or sections of structures and repair or replace them using hand tools.
Inspect ceilings, flooring, wall coverings, siding, glass, and woodwork to detect broken or damaged structures.
Install foundations, walls, floors, ceilings, and roofs using wood, steel, metal, concrete, plastics, and composite materials; install and finish sheetrock.
Perform roof repairs and shingle installation.
Perform interior and exterior painting and staining.
Perform minor plumbing and electrical work as assigned.
Perform welding and fabrication as assigned.
Install and repair fencing as needed.
Make new signs and repair existing signs on the property.
Clean up the property following storms, including debris cleanup and tree trimming or removal.
Build scaffolding and set up ladders for work on tall structures.
Install insulation.
Operate heavy equipment as needed to perform job duties.
Assist Support Services and Maintenance teams as needed.