Senior Carpenter

Ready to make a lasting impact with your carpentry expertise in a position that will reward you with competitive wages, generous Paid Time Off (16 22 hours of PTO per month), paid Holidays, comprehensive insurance plans including health, dental, and vision benefits as well as retirement plans? Join the OU Health Campus in downtown OKC where skilled carpenters play a vital role in maintaining the infrastructure of one the the nation's leading academic health centers and be rewarded with job stability and outstanding benefits for your work..

OU Health Campus is currently seeking a Senior Carpenter to join our team in Facilities Management. Senior Carpenters under direct supervision use their carpentry experience to handle the following tasks:

Duties:

• Estimates costs of materials and labor, creates materials list, and requisitions supplies for each job and discusses with supervisors.
• Constructs drywall partitions. Installs wood and metal doors and frames with related hardware.
• Repairs and replaces screens, blinds, shades, acoustical tile ceilings, furniture, fixtures, crates and lockers.
• Uses power equipment such as drill presses, shapers, planers, jointers, saws, and sanding machines to perform necessary carpentry work.
• Operates and maintains all associated carpentry equipment. Assists supervisor with establishing a materials inventory. Establishes standards and specifications for new equipment and materials and discusses with supervisor. Maintains a clean, neat, and safe work area.
• Records and maintains hours and any materials or supplies used on each job.
• Continues to stay abreat of changing technologies, procedures, and new products by reading appropriate trade journals, safety codes, and operating manuals.
• May clear ice and snow from sidewalks, streets, and parking areas using hand tools and/or heavy equipment.
• Participates in training and educational activities. May train others on procedures and operation of equipment.

• Performs various duties as needed to successfully fulfill the function of the position to include assisting any skilled trade.

Required Education: High School diploma or GED or Trade School Certification, AND:

• 18 months carpentry experience.

Skills:

• Knowledge of principles and theory in the safe operation of all equipment.
• Knowledge of raw materials and how the materials can be used.
• Knowledge of safety rules and regulations.
• Ability to manage own time and prioritize.
• Ability to read, understand, and implement complex written procedures, specifications and blueprints.

• Ability to estimate costs of material and resources needed to complete the job.

Certifications or Licenses:

• Valid Oklahoma Driver's License in order to drive University vehicles or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire date.

Working Conditions:

• Physical:
  • Frequent and repeated bending, stooping, and kneeling.
  • Working with arms extended above head.
  • Frequent lifting and carrying loads in excess of fifty pounds, up or down stairs.
  • Climbing ladders.
  • Repetitive wrist and arm movement.
  • Frequent stress on the arms and back.
  • Ability to lift and carry 80 to 100 lbs.
• Environmental:
  • Regular exposure to irritating noises and safety hazards.
  • Exposure to dust and other airborne particles.
  • Exposure to extreme weather conditions.

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