The University of Texas at Austin · 1 day ago
Carpenter
Austin, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$48K/yr - $48K/yr
3+ years expThe University of Texas at Austin is seeking a Carpenter to join their Planning, Design and Construction team. The role involves providing journey-level carpentry skills in support of campus facility renovation and repair projects, as well as assisting with special events on campus.
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Responsibilities
Perform rough and finish carpentry in the renovation and repair of campus facilities, including selective demolition, framing, alteration, and repair of floors, ceilings, roofs, walls, and related structures. Provide support to facility renovation, repair, and construction projects in compliance with project documents and schedules
Select, order, and cut materials as appropriate to meet project requirements. Assemble and install suspended ceilings, doors, windows, cabinets, trim, and associated hardware. Safely utilize all standard tools of the trade. Mortise doors; install locksets and exit hardware for mechanical and electronically-controlled doors
Promote and maintain frequent communications and positive relations with all stakeholders. Promote a culture of teamwork within shop and with other shops. Coordinate with stakeholders to ensure timely completion of projects. Emphasize accountability for meeting schedule commitments. Practice and promote the values and goals of the university and the hiring department
Provide timely and accurate processing of shop written and electronic documentation, including material requisitions, timesheets, and daily labor reports. Develop estimates and order materials. Assist team members in solving work-related problems at jobsites. Maintain high standards for employee conduct, productivity, and safety
Support and promote university safety procedures, in coordination with Environmental Health and Safety (EHS). Follow safety protocols, including the use of personal protective equipment, shop and jobsite cleanliness, and compliance with published policies and procedures for safe operation of shop equipment and vehicles. Ensure appropriate handling of hazardous materials, including asbestos, lead, mold, and silica
Support maintenance and operation of shop. Clean and adjust tools. Maintain and properly secure shop, tools, equipment, and vehicles. Assist with annual shop vehicle, equipment and warehouse inventory. Promote and maintain a clean and safe work environment in shop and at job sites
Read, understand, and work from drawings, specifications, standards, and written or verbal instructions with or without direct supervision. Ensure projects are executed in accordance with project requirements, campus standards, and applicable codes
Provide special event support to campus departments, including construction/assembly of platforms, steps, and stages; delivery and setup of flags and banners; tower lighting support; including after-hours response to project needs and campus facility emergencies. Support other trades with Carpentry Shop-related assignments and other special requests
Drive UT vehicle to and from job sites to deliver personnel, equipment, and materials. Drive off-campus to purchase and pick up materials and equipment for projects. Support Zone maintenance Shops
Attend management-directed meetings and training. Accomplish other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
High school graduation or GED
Three years of experience as a journey-level carpenter
Individual is self-sufficient, mechanically inclined, excellent with time management, extremely adaptable, with outstanding problem-solving skills, and task dedication
Before final offer can be made, successful applicant must provide a current driver's license and acceptable driving record for the most recent 36 months
Texas driving history will be confirmed online during selection process; applicant must provide out-of-state driving history, if previously licensed in another state
Equivalent combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate
This job requires a class 'C' operator's driver's license
The applicant selected must provide a current three year driving record from the current state of residence
If not currently a Texas resident, a Texas driver's license must be obtained within 30 days of becoming a Texas resident
Employees who are required to have a CDL are subject to drug and alcohol testing (pre-employment, post-accident, reasonable suspicion, random, return-to-duty, and follow-up drug and alcohol testing)
Preferred
Associates degree or graduation from vocational or technical trade school related to carpentry
Five years or more of journey-level experience in commercial carpentry with emphasis on interior renovations, including installation of drywall, suspended ceilings, doors and hardware, windows, trim, and casework
Experience fabricating, repairing, or retrofitting cabinets, interior and exterior doors and trim, shelving, counter tops, lecterns, and other millwork furnishings
Demonstrated ability to produce quality work from project drawings, specifications, construction standards, and written/verbal instructions with or without direct supervision
Demonstrated ability to effectively interact and communicate with building clients, co-workers, and supervisors in a team environment
Experience working in a large university, commercial, or industrial physical plant
Benefits
Competitive health benefits (employee premiums covered at 100%, family premiums at 50%)
Voluntary Vision, Dental, Life, and Disability insurance options
Generous paid vacation, sick time, and holidays
Teachers Retirement System of Texas, a defined benefit retirement plan; employees contribute 8.25% of their eligible earnings on a pre-tax basis each pay period and UT contributes an additional 8.00%
Additional Voluntary Retirement Programs: Tax Sheltered Annuity 403(b) and a Deferred Compensation program 457(b)
Flexible spending account options for medical and childcare expenses
Robust free training access through LinkedIn Learning plus professional conference opportunities
Tuition assistance
Expansive employee discount program including athletic tickets
Free access to UT Austin's libraries and museums with staff ID card
Free rides on all UT Shuttle and Austin Cap Metro buses with staff ID card
Company
The University of Texas at Austin
The University of Texas at Austin is one of the largest public universities in the United States.
10001+ employees
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Will Whiting
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