Carpenter Lead

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent, plus three (3) years of experience as a journeyman carpenter.
• One (1) additional year of experience as indicated above may substitute for one (1) year of the required education with a maximum substitution of four (4) years.

Licenses or Certifications:

Texas Class C Operator’s License or ability to obtain one within ninety (90) calendar days of hire.

Notes to Applicants

About the job:
The Carpenter Lead position plays a key role in keeping City of Austin facilities carpentry projects completed and up to quality standards. In this hands-on position, you’ll spend your day performing carpentry duties and performing Lead duties such as conducting quality inspections, managing inventory, distributing work assignments, and supporting management with special projects. Key responsibilities include skills in utilizing applicable building codes and the ability to read and understand blueprints. Additionally, skill in estimating time, costs, and materials for carpentry projects. The ability in establishing and maintaining relationships with City employees and the public is very essential to this role. If you are a seasoned carpenter with these qualifications, we invite you to apply and join our team!

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Employment Application:

• The City of Austin employment application is an official document; incomplete applications will not be considered.
• Please be sure to detail on the application all current and previous employment that you wish to be considered as part of your qualifications.
• The Employment Record should be complete with job titles, employment dates, and specific job duties, functions, and responsibilities for each position held.
• If you are selected as the top candidate, starting salary will be based on overall relevant experience from your application.
• The responses to the supplemental questions inquiring about experience should be reflected on your application.

Criminal Background Investigation:
The position requires a criminal background investigation.

Assessments:
Assessment(s) may be administered as part of the interview process.

If you are selected as a top candidate:
Verification of your education (which may include high school graduation or GED , undergraduate and/or graduation degrees) will be required. You must provide proof of education from an accredited organization/institution.

Military/Veteran Interview Preference:
Military/Veterans must provide a copy of their DD214 verifying honorable discharge, at the time of initial interview to receive military/veteran interview preference.

Travel:
If you are selected for this position, and meet the Driver Safety Standards in the City of Austin Driver Safety Program , you may drive when necessary to multiple locations as part of your regular job duties. Otherwise, you are responsible for getting to and from these locations.

Please note that the Department may close the job posting at any time after seven (7) days.
Pay Range
Commensurate
Hours
Monday through Friday, 7:15 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Evening, weekend and holiday work may be required.

Rotational on-call as required by the position.
Job Close Date 01/28/2025 Type of Posting External Department Building Services Regular/Temporary Regular Grant Funded or Pooled Position Not Applicable Category Technical Location 411 Chicon St, Austin, Texas 78702 Preferred Qualifications
Preferred Experience:

• Working knowledge of a computerized work order system(s) and/or Computerized Maintenance Management Systems ( CMMS ) software.
• Experience in finish carpentry to include: erecting walls, tape, float and painting, installing doors and various types of door frames.
• Experience providing estimates, remodels and additions for commercial or residential facilities.
• Experience scheduling and managing multiple construction projects.
• Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Outlook.

Duties, Functions and Responsibilities
Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.

Records data concerning work activities on appropriate form or log. Operates various power saws (radial arm, skill, etc.), drills, buffers, grinders, sanders, etc. by hand. Fabricates wooden furniture and accessories (cabinets, tables, shelves, credenzas, display cases, frames, molding, railings, etc.). Reads profiles and blueprints. Installs/replaces floor & ceramic tiles. Hangs sheetrock. Tapes, floats, and texturizes sheetrock. Installs formica on wood products. Performs skilled carpentry work in construction and repair of walls, ceilings, etc. Rebuilds/repairs wooden furniture and cabinetry. Trains personnel on the job in the performance of tasks.

Responsibilities- Supervision and/or Leadership Exercised:

Provides leadership, work assignments, evaluation, and guidance to others.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.

• Knowledge of materials, equipment, and procedures used in skilled carpentry work sufficient to perform tasks and train other personnel in the performance of tasks.
• Knowledge of applicable building codes.
• Skill in reading and understanding blueprints.
• Skill in estimating time, costs, and materials needed for carpentry projects.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with City employees and the public.

Criminal Background Investigation This position has been approved for a Criminal Background Investigation. EEO/ADA
City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1.

The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual’s AIDS , AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk.

Information For City Employees: If you are an employee within the department, are in good standing and meet both the minimum and preferred qualifications, then you will receive an initial interview.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
* The minimum qualifications for the Carpenter Lead requires: Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent, plus three (3) years of experience as a journeyman carpenter. One (1) additional year of experience as indicated above may substitute for one (1) year of the required education with a maximum substitution of four (4) years. Do you meet these requirements?

• Yes
• No

* This position requires a criminal background check. By selecting the following, you are acknowledging that you understand if you are selected as a top candidate for this position, you will need a successful CBI to be hired.

• I acknowledge and understand this position requires a Criminal Background Check

* Which of the following describes your experience in the use of a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) i.e. work order system?

• No Experience
• 0 - 2 Years
• 2 - 5 Years
• More than 5 Years

* How many years of experience do you have working in a finish carpentry setting?

• No Experience
• 0 - 1 Year of Experience
• 1 - 3 Years of Experience
• 3 - 5 Years of Experience
• More than 5 years

* How many years of experience do you have providing estimates, remodels and additions for commercial or residential facilities?

• No experience or knowledge
• No experience, but have knowledge or training
• Limited knowledge and experience (up to 2 years)
• Working knowledge and experience (2-5 years)
• Advanced knowledge and experience (5+ years)

* Do you have experience scheduling and managing multiple construction projects?

• Yes
• No

* Which of the following best describes your proficiency with Microsoft Outlook?

• Basic: able to send/receive emails and schedule calendar items
• Intermediate: able to reply/forward email, use mail options to mark messages as confidential/high priority, set up read receipts, send meeting notices, set up task lists
• Advanced: able to view calendar conflicts for multiple users, manage email/calendar for other users, set up rules & alerts, resend/recall emails, assign/track completion status of tasks
• I do not have experience with Microsoft Outlook, but have experience with a similar office productivity software such as Lotus Notes or Novell GroupWise
• I do not have experience with Microsoft Outlook

* This position requires a Texas Class C Operator’s License. Do you have a Texas Class C Operator’s License or if selected for this position, do you have the ability to acquire a Texas Class C Operator’s License within 90 days of employment?

• Yes
• No

* The City of Austin Driver Eligibility Standards require that External New Hires meet the City’s Driver Record Evaluation (DRE) requisite. To be considered for a driving position, applicants cannot have more than three moving violations or a total of six Driver Record Evaluation points within a period of thirty-six (36) months. Do you meet this requirement?

• Yes
• No

Optional & Required Documents

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