Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of woodworking duties, including but not limited to rough carpentry, finish carpentry, installation and repair of hardware, flooring, windows, doors, etc.
• Perform all duties in a safe and professional manner and in accordance with established Vassar College and departmental policies and procedures.
• Upkeep of all tools and maintaining all Vassar owned equipment assigned to the employee.
• Maintain a safe and clean working environment daily.
• Communicate and work effectively with other trades.
• Perform other duties as assigned to assist the department in obtaining and maintaining its mission.

Required knowledge, skills and abilities

• High school diploma, vocational training or equivalent required.
• A minimum of five years experience in all phases of carpentry. Academic trade or schooling is a plus, however it is not a substitute for experience.
• Furniture repair experience and some knowledge of cabinet work.
• Knowledgeable in the use of various hand and power tools and their maintenance relative to all scopes of the carpentry.
• Knowledge of carpentry methods and mathematics necessary.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English, including understanding, speaking, reading and writing. Good interpersonal skills.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and work independently as well as in a team environment.
• Possess and maintain a valid driver's license for at least 2 years.
• Ability to perform repeated bending, squatting, stooping, pushing, and pulling.
• Ability to stand and walk for a prolonged period of time.
• Ability to move, position, place and transport objects up to and including 75 pounds.
• Ability to ascend and descend ladders and scaffolding.
• Willingness to work overtime as available. Overtime is assigned according to seniority guidelines.

Compensation

$37.52 per hour

Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of woodworking duties, including but not limited to rough carpentry, finish carpentry, installation and repair of hardware, flooring, windows, doors, etc.
• Perform all duties in a safe and professional manner and in accordance with established Vassar College and departmental policies and procedures.
• Upkeep of all tools and maintaining all Vassar owned equipment assigned to the employee.
• Maintain a safe and clean working environment daily.
• Communicate and work effectively with other trades.
• Perform other duties as assigned to assist the department in obtaining and maintaining its mission.

Required knowledge, skills and abilities

• High school diploma, vocational training or equivalent required.
• A minimum of five years experience in all phases of carpentry. Academic trade or schooling is a plus, however it is not a substitute for experience.
• Furniture repair experience and some knowledge of cabinet work.
• Knowledgeable in the use of various hand and power tools and their maintenance relative to all scopes of the carpentry.
• Knowledge of carpentry methods and mathematics necessary.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English, including understanding, speaking, reading and writing. Good interpersonal skills.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and work independently as well as in a team environment.
• Possess and maintain a valid driver's license for at least 2 years.
• Ability to perform repeated bending, squatting, stooping, pushing, and pulling.
• Ability to stand and walk for a prolonged period of time.
• Ability to move, position, place and transport objects up to and including 75 pounds.
• Ability to ascend and descend ladders and scaffolding.
• Willingness to work overtime as available. Overtime is assigned according to seniority guidelines.

Compensation

$37.52 per hour