Sr. Maintenance Carpenter

Waters Corporation•Milford, MA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

As part of Waters Corporation’s Facilities Team, the Sr. Maintenance Carpenter will perform both skilled and general work in construction, alteration, repair, and installation of fixtures, buildings, and structures throughout the assigned campuses, supporting general facilities functions and maintenance requests. Waters Corporation (NYSE:WAT) is a global leader in life sciences and diagnostics, dedicated to accelerating the benefits of pioneering science through analytical technologies, informatics, and service. With a focus on regulated, high-volume testing environments, their innovative portfolio harnesses deep scientific expertise across chemistry, physics, and biology. They collaborate with customers around the world to advance the release of effective, high-quality medicines, ensure the safety of food and water, and drive better patient outcomes by detecting diseases earlier, managing routine infections, and combating antibiotic resistance. Through a shared culture of relentless innovation, their passionate team of ~16,000 colleagues turn scientific challenges into breakthroughs that improve lives worldwide. Diversity and inclusion are fundamental to Waters Corporation's core values, benefiting employees, products, customers, and the community. Waters complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws and is an equal opportunity workplace and affirmative action employer, considering qualified applicants without regard to various protected characteristics.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED
A minimum of eight years in the carpentry trade
Demonstrated knowledge of equipment, materials, methods, practices, and tools used in the carpentry trade
Ability to work cooperatively and maintain positive working relationships with others
Ability to follow written and verbal instruction
Ability to read blueprints and diagrams
Ability to measure and perform mathematical computations
Drivers license required
Demonstrated adherence to OSHA standards and safe working practices
Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing/email.
Ability to meet schedules and timelines.
Ability to attend meetings as requested (virtual and in-person).
Ability to work independently with minimal direction on projects
Working knowledge of the International Building Code (I.B.C.) and carpentry trade
Ability to perform heavy manual labor and lift 50lbs
Ability to work independently and operate a variety of hand and power tools such as: power saw, planer, drill press, sander, band saw, table saw, radial arm saw, nail gun, air compressor, other power equipment, and measuring devices.

Nice To Haves

Technical trade school program completion preferred
One+ years in a leadership/foreman role preferable

Responsibilities

Support the Facilities Carpentry department in Milford (primary location), Franklin, and Cambridge MA sites.
Supervise contractors and possibly CO-OP student(s).
Perform occasional off-hour on-call responsibilities.
Plan and complete construction of cabinets, shelves, walls, ceilings, and partitions from initial layout to assembly using verbal instructions, plans, specifications, blueprints, and work orders.
Develop time and materials estimates for in-house jobs and projects.
Fabricate, repair, and replace doors, windows, flooring, ceiling materials, glass, building hardware, screens, plastic laminate, walls, etc.
Perform inspections and determine carpentry needs on grounds, buildings, and equipment by following established inspection procedures.
Advise management staff on carpentry standards and recommended repairs.
Inspect jobs upon completion and ensure areas are clean, removing scraps and lumber as needed.
Receive and complete work orders by utilizing Waters computerized maintenance management system.
Layout walls, door and window openings, headers, and joints using modern construction techniques.
Repair, replace, maintain, and install wall boards, sheet rock, weather stripping, base boards, insulation, waterproofing materials, roofing, and suspended ceilings.
Lead or assist with meeting room set-ups, furniture and office moves, and equipment moves.
Complete in-person and E-Learning training assignments as required.
Train and provide work direction and guidance to external contractors.
Coordinate and schedule work with other trades on occasion.
Lead and perform skilled carpentry work in the maintenance, repair, construction, alteration, forming, framing, and finishing of buildings, furniture, and facilities.
Construct, install, maintain, and repair woodwork, drywall, mud/tape, paint.
Plan and lay out carpentry work including: working from plans, blueprints, sketches, specifications, and diagrams.