Carpenter

University of Washington•Seattle, WA

11d•Onsite

About The Position

Looking for stability with year-round employment? Our Carpenter position will provide you with one main job site, all tools provided, multiple retirement plans, health, life and long-term disability insurance coverage, pre-tax savings opportunities, vacation AND sick leave, 12 paid holidays, assistance with child and elder care, a free regional transit pass and active commute support, tuition exemption, no sales pressure, an employee health program, work/life balance, and more! As a UW employee, you have a unique opportunity to change lives on our campuses, in our state and around the world. UW employees offer their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to build stronger minds and a healthier world. UW faculty and staff also enjoy outstanding benefits, professional growth opportunities and unique resources in an environment noted for diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty. UW Facilities manages the University’s buildings, infrastructure and land, with more than 1,100 employees in a variety of fields. The Asset Management group includes Capital & Space Management, Real Estate, Sustainability and other teams responsible for planning and workload management. The Operations group includes Project Delivery, Maintenance & Construction, Campus Energy, Utilities & Operations, Building Services, Transportation Services and Safety. Supporting these groups, as well as the separate Emergency Management team, are the Business Intelligence & Information Technology group and the Finance & Administration group. Please visit the UW Facilities web page for more information: https://facilities.uw.edu/ . Maintenance & Construction (M&C) is responsible for general maintenance, repair, and renovations of all University of Washington (UW) main campus facilities including building interiors, exteriors, and grounds, as well as logistics , moving, and disposal of surplus equipment and furniture. Under the direction of the supervisor and lead, perform construction, repair and remodeling to include, but not limited to, buildings, scaffolds, framing, installing sheetrock, concrete formwork, installing metal and wooden door and jambs, windows and hardwood floors.

Requirements

Completion of a recognized apprenticeship as a carpenter; or full journey status as a carpenter in a union; or four years applicable work experience. Vocational training may be substituted for work experience on a year-for-year basis.
Possession of a valid motor vehicle operator's license may be .
Demonstrated successful ability in taking direction, working well with others and as a member of a team.
Demonstrated excellent effective verbal and written communication skills.
Demonstrate personal integrity and trustworthiness .
Manage stressful situations and changing priorities effectively .
Anticipate, recognize and resolve problems .
Be responsible and accountable .
Use or ganizational skills and provide attention to detail s .
Maintain a positive, optimistic, and success-oriented attitude.
Exercise professionalism, which includes being tactful and courteous .
Exhibit a professional work ethic .
Continuously promote a safe work environment .
May be to accept variable work shift.
Possession of a valid Washington State driver’s license is .
Work may require access to confined spaces and heights using approved safety precautions.
Ability to lift and move heavy material may be .
Must be able to work outside in all weather conditions.
Approved footwear must be provided at the employee ’s expense and worn on the job.
Must be able to be fitted for and wear a respirator on the job.
Must participate in medical screening/monitoring (such as TB screening and proof of measles inoculation) for work assignments in locations, including but not limited to, nonhuman primate areas, the Animal Research and Care Facility, and the University of Washington Medical Center.
Must be able to wor k in a non-smoking environment .
Regular and predictable attendance is .

Nice To Haves

Knowledge and practical experience with WISHA (Washington Industrial Safety and Health Act) and OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Act) regulations.
Demonstrated proficiency with standard productivity software including Microsoft Office Suite or equivalent products
Proficiency in concrete formwork, such as footings, foundations, walls, slabs, retaining structures and stairs.
Proficiency in all types of door hardware, such as electrical, pneumatic and manual, locks, strikes, closers, operators, coordinators, exit devices and panic hardware.
Proficiency in fabrication and installation of casework, furniture and other fixtures.
Proficiency in finish carpentry, such as casework installations, milling and installations of all types of trim and shelving.
Proficiency in metal framing, such as walls, ceilings and soffits, including openings with hollow metal frames.
Proficiency with stationary power tools, such as panel and table saws, jointers, sanders, planers, shapers, edgebanders , boring and mortising machines.
Proficiency in wood framing, such as walls, floors, ceilings, stairs and roofs.

Responsibilities

Work may take place in tenant occupied space.
Construct projects and modifications from blueprints or sketches.
Develop cost estimates for installations and repairs.
Install, adjust, repair and replace various building components such as casework, shelving, door and window hardware or ceiling tiles.
Operate hand and power equipment such as saws, jointers, lathes, sanders, planers, boring and mortising machines and other tools typical for the trade.
Operate machinery such as forklifts, s cissor-lifts, and high rangers.
Load and unload materials and supplies.
Operate vehicles such as UW vans and trucks to transport tools, equipment and personnel to various job sites.
Keep leads and supervisors informed of project status and work progress, project materials and equipment.
Work with lead to discuss any proposed project changes before construction.
May instruct semi-skilled workers.
Communicate and coordinate with other UW Facilities shops and other business partners such as Environmental Health & Safety ( EH&S ) , Engineering Services, Design Services, Capital Planning & Development (CPD) and UW Information Technology (UW-IT) to facilitate work.
Know and comply with occupational health and safety regulations specific to the work and conduct on the job, including Safety Data Sheet (SDS) instructions, Hazard Review Checklists (HRCs) and the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) as .
Comply with all UW and UW Facilities policies and procedures, M &C protocols, i.e. Individual Accountability Protocols (IAP).
Support all management directives and the vision and values of M & C.
Particip ate in and follow through with MC process improvement initiatives, including Balanced Scorecard (BSC), incorporating metrics and Lean principles into internal work processes, and promoting employee engagement in continuous improvements and innovation.
Actively participate in meetings and training as scheduled.
Provide excellent customer service through effective, courteous and professional interactions with clients, collea gues and the campus community.
Other duties as