CARPENTER

A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position.

Cut, shape and smooth wooden components, using handtools and power tools, including sanders, jointer, routers, planers, saws, drill press and drills.

Assemble, install, and repair structures and fixtures, including floors, walls, partitions, molding, window sash, cement forms, frames, platforms, baseboard, scaffolding, shoring, suspended ceilings, blackboards, bulletin boards, doors, and built-in bookcases, desks, and counters, using nails, screws, bolts, glue, clamps, braces and carpentry tools.

Cut, shape and assemble wood sections according to blueprints or sketches.

Lay floors, including asphalt tile.

Install interior and exterior trim.

Install and repair hardware, including hinges, lock units, venetian blinds, latches and door closures.

Alter or repair furniture or fixtures, including chairs, desks, cabinets and bookcases.

Set up, adjust and clean portable carpentry equipment.

Read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, sketches and job specifications.

Determine type and dimensions of wood stock to be used.

Prepare records and service reports of materials and time expended.

Graduation from high school.

Considerable knowledge of the tools, methods and materials used in carpentry.

Reasonable manual strength and dexterity.

Ability to work from ladders and scaffolding.

Professional Certification: Journeyman's Card

Specialized Knowledge: Doors, locks, hardware, counters, cabinets, finish work

Sunday: Off

Monday - Friday: 7:00AM to 3:30PM

Saturday: Off

PLEASE NOTE:This is a year-round, 40 hours per week position.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

Receives supervision from a designated official.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

No supervisory responsibility.

This position is covered under the collective bargaining agreement between the U-M and the U-M Skilled Trades Union, Inc., which contains and settles all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours and other terms and conditions of employment.