Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA)

Overview

The Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA) is seeking candidates for the position of Carpenter - First Class (1121). The Carpenter will perform skilled carpentry work involving the construction, installation, maintenance, and repair of buildings, structures, and facility components.

Responsibilities

• Perform carpentry work such as layout and repair of inside and outside building framing and partitions.
• Construct stations platforms, shoring, heavy timber framing, concrete forms and sets forms.
• Install trim and millwork, doors, windows, counters and cabinetry; install and repair hardware and accessories.
• Install and replace various types of locks and related parts and accessories.
• Install, repair and construct various types of fencing i.e. wood, metal, etc.
• Construct, install, repair various types of wood, metal and pipes stairs and handrails.
• Fabricate, install, and replace wood and metal signs.
• Fabricate various brackets, hangers and anchoring systems.
• Operate roofing torches, roofing kettles, and manage materials between 375 degrees and 425 degrees Fahrenheit.
• Perform glazing rigging, and scaffold erection.
• Perform acetylene burning, various soldering, brazing and welding operations as required.
• Construct and set concrete forms, shovel and mix concrete as required; assist in pouring concrete as required.
• Apply prime coat of paint to work; finish coat as required.
• Prepare estimates of materials required for implementation and completion of assignments, make field changes and sketches as required.
• Be responsible for job progression and completion.
• Carry tools and equipment, clean and clear work area.
• Accomplish daily and other reports/records as assigned.
• Operate truck to various locations, operate forklift truck.
• Perform routine maintenance such as adding air to tires, gas, oil and water as required.
• Complete pre-trip/post-trip inspection of vehicles.

Requirements

• Must be a high school graduate or equivalent.
• Must satisfactorily complete qualifications test in basic mathematics, blueprint reading, hand tools, and carpentry.
• Must have previous experience as a carpenter in general building or industrial construction and roofing.
• Must have valid class b license or equivalent or have the ability to obtain one.

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Dental
• Vision
• 401k

Additional Information

• SEPTA employees qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.