Lead Carpenter

Curry College • Milton, MA

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Reporting to the Foreman of Trades, the Lead Carpenter is responsible for a wide range of maintenance duties and general repairs, monitoring and providing general up-keep, and ensuring the College facilities are maintained at a high standard, including but not limited to: roofing, flooring, dry-wall, ceilings, windows, finish work, doors and frames, gutters downspouts, fencing, and related interior and exterior items. This position requires participation in an on-call rotation schedule. In addition, this position is required to participate in general snow shoveling and removal, salting, sanding, and trash pick up as directed and as needed.

Requirements

• High school diploma, G.E.D or equivalent required
• A valid unrestricted Massachusetts driver's license required
• Requires five (5) to ten (10) years hands-on full-time related commercial experience
• Advanced/high-level skill in finish carpentry required
• Must have overall working knowledge of general maintenance and repair operations and practices
• Must have proven skills in the safe use of hand and power tools used in buildings and grounds maintenance
• Basic working knowledge on the use of computers
• Proven effective communication skills and a high level of professionalism and strong customer service orientation
• Must have the ability to complete required daily administrative processes
• Must be able to lift 75lbs occasionally and 50lbs often
• Ability to climb stairs and ladders

Nice To Haves

• Two (2) to three (3) years of trade school or apprenticeship training preferred
• Demonstrated strong interpersonal and organizational skills
• Demonstrated history of being prompt and reliable
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to be flexible in a changing fast paced environment
• Proven record of team orientation with demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a complex environment with constantly changing priorities
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions

Responsibilities

• Organize and prioritize assignments under the direction of the Foreman of Trades
• Accurately and effectively read and follow plans, layouts, and written materials
• As directed, performs various work area "walk-throughs" to survey preventative maintenance and repair needs
• In absence of Foreman of Trades, works with the Assistant Director of Buildings and Grounds to prioritize the daily workload of the department
• Arranges for facilities related supplies, equipment, and material purchases from vendors as needed
• Informs supervisor and/or office staff, in a timely manner, when facilities related supplies, equipment, and material purchases are needed
• Respond to and complete emergency repairs
• Repair and remodel various spaces as directed
• Construct framing, remove and demolish old and build new walls, put up Install and finish dry-wall, put up ceilings, perform finish work, lay floor tile and hang doors
• Repair, replace and/or install roofing, soffits, fascia, downspouts and gutters, fencing, and windows/screens/shades
• Perform minimal pest control tasks, as directed
• Maintain inventory of all tools, supplies and equipment
• Responsible for keeping work area clean and safe at all times including company vehicle
• May be asked to communicate with, and direct the work of subcontractors and vendors
• Communicate regularly with management to meet the needs of the department
• Under general supervision, work independently within department standard operating procedures, referring all requests to purchase to the Foreman of Trades
• Must adhere to all safety practices and standards
• Provides timely response to work orders and assignments
• Perform duties independently according to broadly prescribed renovation and maintenance projects
• Effectively completes required administrative processes on request and effectively produces required documentation and reports
• Works collaboratively with B&G and other College employees
• Identifies and reports any items that are in need of repair and/or pose a safety hazard at both interior and exterior of buildings to Foreman, forwarding to B&G office issues that need immediate attention
• Provides responsible and reliable coverage; must occasionally be available for off-hour emergencies
• May occasionally be required to perform various grounds or trades tasks, including but not limited to moving furniture, and assisting in set ups, as directed
• Assist with other B&G functions and perform other duties as directed
• Occasionally oversees and provides hands on direction to students and temporary/casual workers as assigned
• It is expected that this position will oversee the work of carpenters, and other personnel as directed

Benefits

• The Curry College mission is to educate and graduate students prepared to engage in successful careers and active citizenship with a global perspective.
• We are an inclusive community of diverse learners and educators, committed to continuing our legacy of developing effective communicators with reflective and critical thinking skills.
• We mentor and empower our students, building meaningful relationships that inspire them to achieve their ambitions.
• Curry College provides rigorous and relevant academic programs to undergraduate and graduate students, and our rich blend of liberal arts and career-directed programs is enhanced by practical field experiences and co-curricular activities.
• Learning at Curry extends beyond the classroom and is embedded in all that we do.
• Diversity and a culture of equity and inclusion among students, faculty and staff are crucial to the mission statement of Curry College.
• All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, sex identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable state and federal law, including Title IX.

What This Job Offers

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