Job Category: Non-Exempt

PCLS: 60078

Salary Grade: E

Summary

Incumbents in the Carpenter Journeyman position perform general carpentry work, including the maintenance, repair, and construction of various structures on the USU campus. Incumbents apply Journeyman level skills, technical knowledge, and following established guidelines to accomplish assigned tasks.

Distinguishing Characteristics

The Carpenter Journeyman is distinguished from the Carpenter Apprentice in that incumbents in the Journeyman level have the education and skills necessary to have Journeyman status.

Reporting and Supervisory Responsibilities

The Carpenter Journeyman reports to a Foreman. This classification trains and guides less senior technicians.

Typical Functions

1. Repairs and maintains a myriad of structural parts, including floors, windows, ceilings, roofs, walls, partitions, stairways, etc.
2. Performs duties associated with a variety of new construction and remodeling, including insulation, cabinets, shelves, wood or metal frame walls, suspended ceilings, roofing, masonry, concrete work, etc.
3. Performs finish work, including trimming, fitting and installing windows and doors, paneling, attaching hinges and catches, laying laminate and ceramic tile counters, etc.
4. Ensures proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment and supplies.
5. Promotes continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices.
6. Cleans equipment, shop area, and work site.
7. Performs customer service duties, including contacting customers and following up to ensure that expectations were met.
8. Completes trainings, as warranted, to stay current with the trade.
9. Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

1. Skilled in repair, maintenance, and construction techniques common to the carpentry trade.
2. Skilled in estimating time and material requirements for assigned projects.
3. Ability to work without supervision.
4. Knowledge of applicable codes, standards, and regulations.
5. Ability to read specifications from blueprints and schematic drawings.
6. Ability to build to specifications from blueprints and schematic drawings.
7. Skilled in use of various hand and power tools common to trade.
8. Basic computer skills.
9. Skilled at troubleshooting.
10. Customer service skills.

Minimum Qualifications

Four years of experience in a carpentry trade is required. Incumbents must possess journeyman skills and/or a license.

Work Environment and Physical Requirements

The position requires considerable physical activity. Employees must have sufficient strength to perform the duties and responsibilities of the position including heavy lifting and/or pushing and pulling of heavy objects. Employees must be prepared to assume uncomfortable positions such as crawling, kneeling, and squatting. Additionally, the work environment can include confined or narrow spaces. Employees must adhere to safety precautions and may be required to use protective equipment.

Disclaimer

This position description indicates the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to the position.