Harris County

Overview

The Carpenter is responsible for skilled carpentry work in the construction, maintenance, and repair of department facilities, requiring precision and creativity. This role involves collaboration with team members to meet project specifications and deadlines while ensuring quality craftsmanship and adherence to safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Builds, installs, and repairs structural woodwork, flooring, ceilings, cabinets, and other structures.
• Plans projects as requested and ensures manpower, materials, and equipment needs are met.
• Documents all work performed.
• Operates, maintains, and calibrates hand and power carpentry tools.
• Reads and comprehends plans and blueprints.
• Handles administrative work as needed.
• Complies with federal regulations governing safety and environmental protection.
• Drives and operates all types of construction equipment as assigned.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Four (4) to five (5) years' experience in carpentry including foundation work, framing, finish carpentry, and roofing.
• Completion of a carpentry vocational/technical school or a recognized apprenticeship program is preferred.
• Valid driver's license (Texas by hire date) and a good driving record.
• Skilled in all phases of carpentry techniques, materials, methods of installation and construction.
• Proficient in multi-tasking to meet deadlines.
• Ability to work well at all levels of management, staff, and public.
• Ability to communicate orally and in writing.
• Knowledgeable of principles, methods, practices, materials, equipment, and tools for building repairs and maintenance.

Additional Information

• This is a regular full-time position, requiring the employee to work 40 hours per week.
• Hours may vary based on business needs of the department and some weekends, evening hours or holidays may be required.
• Situations may require additional hours without prior notice.
• Required to work on-site during an emergency event.
• Perform emergency standby duty, during non-duty hours, as assigned.
• Work is on active construction sites involving pervasive hazards.
• Required to work outdoors on varied and often unstable terrain.
• Some working conditions require special precautions and the use of protective gear.
• Essential functions involve significant demands related to repeated lifting of up to 50 pounds unassisted.