Carpenter

Veteran's Preference Applies

EEO Statement

The City of Delray Beach does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age or disability, marital status, family status or sexual orientation in employment or the provision of services

Non-Smoking

The City of Delray Beach is a Non-Tobacco Workplace. The City will not consider applicants who have used tobacco or nicotine products for a period of at least three months prior to application for employment. The definition of "tobacco or nicotine products" includes but is not limited to, cigarettes, cigars, chewing tobacco, pipes, snuff, e-cigarettes and nicotine patches or gum.

Carpentry and incidental work in the maintenance, repair, and alteration of buildings and other tangible property of the City. Work is performed under general supervision.

The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned.

• Perform carpentry and incidental work related to buildings and facilities owned by the City.
• Obtain the necessary permits and schedule inspections to ensure compliance.
• Assist building maintenance workers in daily maintenance functions (such as, janitorial, custodian or painting or electrical projects, moving furniture and other objects), as needed.
• Perform semi-skilled tasks in electrical, plumbing, painting, drywall, concrete, tile and patchwork.
• Conduct safety inspections and preventive maintenance.
• Prepare estimates and process work requests.
• Install, maintain, repair, replace, design, and build carpentry related work, structures and products,
• Perform all functions and responsibilities according to the, Palm Beach County Code of Ethics and Florida State Statutes 112.313.
• Does related work as required.
• High school graduate or equivalency diploma.
• Training in the carpentry trade and one or more of the crafts of the building construction and related contracting trades.
• Three (3) years of experience in the discipline of carpentry as related to residential, commercial, and light industrial applications.
  
  

Knowledge and skills in the use of both power and hand tools related to the construction and maintenance industry, particularly those related to woodwork. Ability to perform manual labor, building repairs, maintenance, and construction. Ability to read, write, and interpret blueprints and shop drawings and estimate jobs. Ability to perform mathematical calculations. Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions. Ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships. Skill and experience necessary to qualify as a certified Specialty Trade Contractor in Palm Beach County.

License, Certification Or Registration

• Valid Florida Class "E" Driver's License and maintain a clean driving record.
• Specialty Trade Carpentry Certification (Palm Beach County) or equivalency
  
  

The abilities expected of all employees include being able to respond to supervision, guidance and direction of superiors in a positive, receptive manner and in accordance with stated policies, be appropriately groomed and attired so as to present a professional image in accordance with the organization's mission, goals, and policies; report for work promptly and properly prepared at the time and place required by the assignment or orders; notify the appropriate supervisor of intended absences in accordance with stated rules; conform with standards and rules regarding use of accrued time; demonstrate a polite, helpful and courteous manner when engaged in any activity with the public; operate and care for equipment to manufacturer's specifications and/or within the specified parameters; demonstrate an understanding, consideration, and respect of cultural, religious, and gender differences when interacting with the public and colleagues.

A comparable combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this position, may be substituted for the minimum qualifications.

Physical Demands/Work Environment

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The work environment characteristics described are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit and talk or hear, use hands to finger, handle, feel, or operate objects, tools, or controls, and reach with both hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to walk, stand, kneel, bend, stoop, climb, balance, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 45 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color perception and the ability to adjust focus. Acceptable hearing (with or without hearing aid). Works inside and outside in various weather conditions with noise and dust. Works with electrical energy. May work in poor lighting.

SELECTION GUIDELINES: Formal application, rating of education and experience; oral interview and reference check; job related tests might be required. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement with the employer, and requirements of the job change.