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Job Summary
Performs entry-level carpentry maintenance and construction work on City facilities to maintain the buildings and structures in good repair.
Job Description
Overview
The Carpenter performs entry-level carpentry maintenance and construction work on City facilities and spaces to maintain the buildings, public areas, and
structures in good repair.
Essential Functions
1 Assists, supports, and participates in carpentry work with crew chief in the fabrication and maintenance of wood structures and equipment; assembles stages and risers for special events, provides maintenance and wood working expertise for structures, and performs other carpentry skills.
2 Participates in various building maintenance activities including repair and replacement of doors, frames and locks, masonry repair, tile repair, modular office furniture, and rest room partition repair; ensures safe, effective, and fully operational facilities and equipment.
3 Installs and repairs chain link fences to ensure fences are functional; monitors and repairs park structures and other wood facilities.
4 Assists with carpentry maintenance including minor cabinetmaking, woodwork, and minor drywall work to
make needed building repairs or additions.
5 Constructs barricades to provide traffic control at public events; performs concrete work to construct sidewalks and retainer walls.
6 Calculates bids and determines carpentry supplies, reads floorplans, and measures jobs.
7 Assists with other trades as needed to maintain and repair buildings or structures; provides assistance and support with seasonal maintenance of facilities ensuring good repair, safety, and functionality.
8 Performs any and all other work as needed or assigned.
Knowledge and Skills
1 Knowledge of power tools and their proper usage.
2 Basic knowledge of construction practices.
3 Basic knowledge of general carpentry and woodworking
4 Must be able to use carpenter's hand tools, saws, and electric sanders
5 Ability to read blueprints.
6 Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
7 Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
EXPERIENCE:
One (1) year of carpentry and/or general construction experience.
LICENSE(S) and/or CERTIFICATION(S):
Valid driver's license with good driving record.
Some positions require ability to obtain Texas Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) within probationary period.
OTHER REQUIREMENT(S):
Subject to overtime work and inclement weather conditions.
Salary Range
The salary listed on this job posting is the starting salary range; amount offered will depend upon qualifications.
City of Dallas is an Equal Opportunity Employer.