Skilled Tradesman

University of Arkansas•Little Rock, AR

About The Position

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is a metropolitan research university that provides an accessible, quality education through flexible learning and unparalleled internship opportunities. At UA Little Rock, we prepare our more than 8,900 students to be innovators and responsible leaders in their fields. Committed to its metropolitan research university mission, UA Little Rock is a driving force in Little Rock's thriving cultural community and a major component of the city and state's growing profile as a regional leader in research, technology transfer, economic development, and job creation. The Skilled Tradesman is responsible for the construction or installation and repair of a variety of materials requiring accuracy and good appearance, such as doors, stairs, roofs, partitions, walls, hardware, and fixtures. Make repairs to office furniture, cabinets, etc. Operate a variety of power hand tools and woodworking machinery as required. This position is governed by state and federal laws, and agency/institution policy.

Requirements

The formal education equivalent of a high school diploma
Five years of verifiable experience in one or more of the skilled trades
Possess a valid driver’s license and the ability to drive a vehicle
Knowledge of the accepted practices, processes, materials, and tools of the various skilled trades
Knowledge of the laws and regulations relating to one or more of the skilled trades
Ability to provide mathematical and analytical skills necessary to do material estimates for one or more of the skilled trades
Ability to read and interpret blueprints, manuals, schematics, building plans, and/or work drawings to determine specifications and calculate requirements
Ability to maintain, repair, and renovate buildings as assigned
Ability to maintain inventory of needed parts and tools for one or more of the skilled trades
Ability to operate power tools
Ability to measure, cut, shape, assemble, and join moldings, wood materials, drywall and plastic materials, etc.
Ability to fit and install or apply doors, stairs, moldings, hardware, framing, sheetrock walls, drop-in ceiling systems, tile, carpet, and paint
Ability to work on a team, and supervise apprentices and other construction workers
Ability to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays as assigned
Work inclement weather schedule as assigned

Responsibilities

Perform general carpentry using hand and power tools to repair and build structures using necessary materials, such as; wood, sheetrock, roofing, painting, and glass installation
Install, maintain, and repair materials made from wood, wood substitutes, lightweight steel, and other materials
Install a variety of wall and floor finish materials such as wood, tile, carpet, paint, tape, and float sheetrock, and erect or remove walls and ceiling systems
Fit and install trim items, such as doors, stairs, moldings, and hardware
Performs minor locksmith repairs
Perform mechanical maintenance and repairs
Use accepted methods, practices, and safety precautions in the completion of skilled trades work
May assist other skilled tradesmen to complete projects that require multiple departments to work together
Maintain the inventory of tools and parts specific to assigned trade
Perform other duties as assigned