Lead Carpenter

Lead Carpenter

Reporting to the Foreman of Trades, the Lead Carpenter is responsible for a wide range of maintenance duties and general repairs, monitoring and providing general up-keep, and ensuring the College facilities are maintained at a high standard, including but not limited to: roofing, flooring, dry-wall, ceilings, windows, finish work, doors and frames, gutters downspouts, fencing, and related interior and exterior items.

This position requires participation in an on-call rotation schedule. In addition, this position is required to participate in general snow shoveling and removal, salting, sanding, and trash pick up as directed and as needed.

Primary Functions:

• Organize and prioritize assignments under the direction of the Foreman of Trades;
• Accurately and effectively read and follow plans, layouts, and written materials;
• As directed, performs various work area "walk-throughs" to survey preventative maintenance and repair needs;
• In absence of Foreman of Trades, works with the Assistant Director of Buildings and Grounds to prioritize the daily workload of the department;
• Arranges for facilities related supplies, equipment, and material purchases from vendors as needed;
• As directed, performs various work area "walk-throughs" to survey preventative maintenance and repair needs;
• Informs supervisor and/or office staff, in a timely manner, when facilities related supplies, equipment, and material purchases are needed;
• Respond to and complete emergency repairs;
• Repair and remodel various spaces as directed;
• Construct framing, remove and demolish old and build new walls, put up Install and finish dry-wall, put up ceilings, perform finish work, lay floor tile and hang doors;
• Repair, replace and/or install roofing, soffits, fascia, downspouts and gutters, fencing, and windows/screens/shades;
• Perform minimal pest control tasks, as directed;
• Maintain inventory of all tools, supplies and equipment;
• Responsible for keeping work area clean and safe at all times including company vehicle.

General Expectations and Duties:

• It is expected that all work performed is in compliance with any applicable licensure requirements;
• May be asked to communicate with, and direct the work of subcontractors and vendors;
• Communicate regularly with management to meet the needs of the department;
• Under general supervision, work independently within department standard operating procedures, referring all requests to purchase to the Foreman of Trades;
• Must adhere to all safety practices and standards;
• Provides timely response to work orders and assignments;
• Perform duties independently according to broadly prescribed renovation and maintenance projects;
• Effectively completes required administrative processes on request and effectively produces required documentation and reports;
• Works collaboratively with B&G and other College employees;
• Identifies and reports any items that are in need of repair and/or pose a safety hazard at both interior and exterior of buildings to Foreman, forwarding to B&G office issues that need immediate attention;
• Responsible for keeping work area clean and safe at all times including company vehicle;
• Provides responsible and reliable coverage; must occasionally be available for off-hour emergencies;
• A reasonable amount of overtime may be required as necessary to meet the needs of the department;
• May occasionally be required to perform various grounds or trades tasks, including but not limited to moving furniture, and assisting in set ups, as directed;
• Assist with other B&G functions and perform other duties as directed.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Occasionally oversees and provides hands on direction to students and temporary/casual workers as assigned. It is expected that this position will oversee the work of carpenters, and other personnel as directed.

Job Requirements:

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma, G.E.D or equivalent required
• A valid unrestricted Massachusetts driver's license required
• Requires five (5) to ten (10) years hands-on full-time related commercial experience
• Advanced/high-level skill in finish carpentry required
• Must have overall working knowledge of general maintenance and repair operations and practices
• Must have proven skills in the safe use of hand and power tools used in buildings and grounds maintenance
• Basic working knowledge on the use of computers
• Proven effective communication skills and a high level of professionalism and strong customer service orientation
• Must have the ability to complete required daily administrative processes

Preferred Qualifications:

• Two (2) to three (3) years of trade school or apprenticeship training preferred

Essential Characteristics:

• Demonstrated strong interpersonal and organizational skills;
• Demonstrated history of being prompt and reliable;
• Strong attention to detail;
• Ability to be flexible in a changing fast paced environment;
• Proven record of team orientation with demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a complex environment with constantly changing priorities;
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to lift 75lbs occasionally and 50lbs often;
• Ability to climb stairs and ladders.