Carpentry Maintenance Worker I

University Corporation for Atmospheric Research • Boulder, CO

4d • $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 work needed to maintain UCAR|NCAR facilities infrastructure and operations. Work may cover carpentry, patching and painting, mechanical, plumbing, electrical, groundskeeping, and equipment operations. After-hours on-call duties apply and may include snow removal, infrastructure emergency response assistance, and technical security infrastructure support.

The position includes carpentry and facility repair tasks, assistance with snow removal and groundskeeping, and support for mechanical and electrical maintenance under the direction of the relevant supervisors. The employee also performs administrative, safety, housekeeping, equipment-care, and work-recording duties. The role may require shift work, including during snow events and for after-hours emergency call-ins.

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.
• 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 snowfall events, which may include shift work.
• Willingness and ability to perform shift work for after-hours emergency call-ins, work with other crafts, and work in environments outside normal duties as needed.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, verbally and in writing, and to 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 respond courteously to reasonable requests.
• Experience, skill, and judgment to safely perform the duties described.
• Experience identifying facilities infrastructure issues and taking action or notifying the appropriate trade person or management entity in a timely manner.
• Experience identifying and appropriately responding to safety issues, including mitigating hazards or notifying UCAR Safety.

Nice To Haves

• Basic computer skills.
• Knowledge of Google applications.

Responsibilities

• Perform or assist with skilled and semi-skilled tasks to maintain UCAR|NCAR facilities infrastructure and operations.
• Perform carpentry and minor construction, repair, tenant-finish, remodeling, roof, furniture, and hardware work.
• Assist with snow removal, including operating and maintaining snow-removal equipment and maintaining availability for on-call duties during snow events.
• Assist with groundskeeping, including operating equipment; mowing, watering, trimming, removing vegetation and trash; maintaining irrigation; and maintaining parking lots, paths, and landscape features.
• Assist with HVAC, cooling plant water treatment, and plumbing system maintenance under the direction of the Mechanical Supervisor.
• Assist with electrical system maintenance under the direction of the Electrical Supervisor.
• Perform general administrative, safety, and housekeeping duties, including participating in safety and skills training.
• 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 to work requests and minimize disruption to the workplace.
• Identify infrastructure and safety issues, take appropriate action, or notify the appropriate trade person, management entity, or UCAR Safety.

Benefits

• Health insurance, including medical, dental, vision, and short- and long-term disability insurance.
• UCAR contribution of 10% of eligible pay to its retirement plan.
• At least 20 days of annual paid time off.
• 10 paid holidays.
• 12 weeks of paid parental leave.
• FAMLI leave.
• Tuition assistance program.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)-eligible employer.
• Employee assistance programs.

What This Job Offers

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