Carpenter

Worcester Housing Authority • Worcester, MA

13d • Onsite

About The Position

Performs carpentry-related tasks in the maintenance of WHA properties.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Journeyman level of carpentry achieved with experience in both rough and finish carpentry
• Five (5) years of continuous, full-time experience working as carpenter
• Ability to work both independently or with others, productively and efficiently
• Skilled in the use of hand tools such as table and band saws, hand saws, hammers, sanders, planers and drills
• Ability to plan, layout, and perform work assignments, completing them 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 with others to accomplish work efficiently and to high quality standards
• Capable of meeting 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

• Fits and installs window frames, casements and door frames.
• Installs and repairs sidewalls, lathes, sheathing, floors and ceilings.
• Repairs stairs, lays shingles, clapboards and other outside coverings on buildings.
• Installs and repairs locks on windows and doors.
• Builds, installs, and repairs closets, counters, cabinets, bins and other similar structures.
• Measures, cuts and fits a variety of building materials to repair and maintain buildings and building appurtenances.
• Applies measurements, and discerns horizontal and vertical trueness in putting wood products in place.
• Works from blueprints, technical instructions and engineering drawings.
• Maintains and repairs all equipment and tools used in carpentry.
• Performs emergency work in cases of fire, flood, or snow removal if determined by management to be in the public interest.
• May work from a ladder or scaffolding and may work in cramped quarters, high places, and other difficult positioning.
• Performs similar job-related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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