Carpentry Maintenance Worker I

University Corporation for Atmospheric Research (UCAR)•Boulder, CO

6d•$47,610 - $56,220

About The Position

Under general and direct supervision, the Carpentry Maintenance Worker I performs and assists with skilled and semi-skilled tasks to maintain UCAR|NCAR facilities infrastructure and operations. Work may include commercial and semi-industrial carpentry, patching and painting, mechanical, plumbing, electrical, groundskeeping, and equipment operations. The position has after-hours on-call duties, including snow removal, infrastructure emergency response assistance, and technical security infrastructure support. The role includes carpentry repairs and installations, assisting with snow removal, groundskeeping, mechanical and electrical maintenance, and completing general administrative, safety, and housekeeping duties. The worker responds to work requests, identifies infrastructure and safety issues, maintains equipment and work areas, and records work details in the Facilities Operations Management application. Shift work may be required for snow events or after-hours emergencies.

Requirements

High school graduate.
At least 2 years of experience in a facilities maintenance program or commercial construction.
Valid Colorado driver's license and a driving record compliant with UCAR's liability insurance requirements.
Skill and knowledge in one or more commercial building trades.
Experience using hand tools, power tools, ladders, personal protective equipment, and other equipment common in facilities maintenance work.
Ability to work safely and produce craftsman-like results.
Ability to understand and act on verbal and written instructions.
Ability to carry 50 pounds for 20 feet.
Ability to work on scaffolds and personnel lifts up to 40 feet.
Ability to work on-call during snow events, which may include shift work.
Willingness and ability to work shifts for after-hours emergency call-ins, work with other trades, and work in environments outside normal duties as needed.
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing, and listen and respond appropriately.
Ability to understand and follow UCAR safety policies, procedures, and training content.
Ability to develop and maintain positive relationships with UCAR staff and courteously respond to reasonable requests.
Experience and judgment to safely perform the duties, identify facilities infrastructure issues, and take action or notify appropriate personnel to resolve problems in a timely manner.
Experience identifying and responding appropriately to safety issues, including mitigating hazards or notifying UCAR Safety.

Nice To Haves

Basic computer skills.
Knowledge of Google applications.
Experience with carpentry tasks such as minor construction and repair, tenant finish and remodel work, roof patching and sealing, office furniture repairs, and hardware installation.
Experience operating and maintaining snow removal equipment; ability to obtain and maintain safety certifications for snowplows, snow blowers, sanders, skid loaders, and sweepers.
Experience operating and maintaining groundskeeping equipment; ability to obtain and maintain safety certifications for mowers, edgers, trimmers, chainsaws, skid loaders, and sweepers.
Experience with lawn and landscape care, irrigation systems, and maintenance of parking lots, walking paths, and landscape features.
Experience assisting with HVAC, cooling plant water treatment, plumbing, and electrical system maintenance.

Responsibilities

Perform or assist with skilled and semi-skilled maintenance work on UCAR|NCAR facilities, including carpentry, patching and painting, mechanical, plumbing, electrical, groundskeeping, and equipment operations.
Respond to after-hours on-call needs, including snow removal, infrastructure emergency response assistance, and technical security infrastructure support.
Perform minor wall construction and repair, tenant finish and remodel work, floor, wall, ceiling, fixture and cabinetry repair, minor roof repairs, office furniture installation and repairs, and door, window, lock, and ADA hardware installation and repair.
Assist with snow removal under the direction of the Grounds Supervisor; operate and maintain snow removal equipment and maintain required safety certifications.
Assist with groundskeeping under the direction of the Grounds Supervisor, including operating and maintaining equipment, lawn and landscape care, irrigation maintenance and repair, and upkeep of parking lots, paths, and landscape features.
Assist with mechanical maintenance under the direction of the Mechanical Supervisor, including HVAC system maintenance, cooling plant water treatment, plumbing maintenance, drain clearing, and fixture leak repairs.
Assist with electrical system maintenance under the direction of the Electrical Supervisor, including wire pulls, trenching, and replacing light bulbs.
Attend safety, skills, and equipment operator training as needed.
Record hours worked, work performed, materials used, and problems found in the Facilities Operations Management application.
Follow UCAR policies and procedures; maintain a safe, neat, and orderly work area and safeguard assigned tools and equipment.
Respond promptly and attentively to work requests, minimize disruption to the workplace, identify infrastructure or safety problems, and take appropriate action or notify the relevant trade person, management entity, or UCAR Safety.