Carpenter II

2w2 weeks ago

University of Tennessee

Knoxville, US · Full-time · $50,000 – $65,000

About this role

The Carpenter II performs skilled commercial construction work involving the repair, renovation, and maintenance of buildings and structures at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville. Working under general supervision, this role includes tasks such as layout, framing, forming, and finishing of various construction projects. The Carpenter ensures all work complies with OSHA and building code requirements while providing technical guidance to designated personnel.

Daily tasks involve performing general commercial construction work on floors, roofs, stairways, partitions, doors, windows, and screens. Work from blueprints, sketches, and verbal instructions to complete projects, including replacing or installing doors, windows, partitions, ceiling tiles, and floor tiles. Assist with basic masonry work and construct forms for concrete sidewalks, pads, and foundations.

Conduct site layout for project components like sidewalks, slabs, foundations, and pads, while taking accurate measurements and calculating materials needed. Handle materials efficiently by loading, unloading, delivering, and transporting them to job sites. Work on and from scaffolding as needed to complete tasks.

Maintain a safe and organized work environment, ensuring proper use of tools and equipment. Follow all OSHA regulations and building code requirements in every construction task. Assist in estimating lumber and materials, selecting appropriate types as directed by the supervisor.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED
Nine (9) years of experience or trade school and experience (experience may be substituted for education on a year-for-year basis)
Skilled in the safe operation of power tools
Skilled in all aspects of blueprint reading, measurements, and symbols
Knowledge of building codes and regulations and general carpentry technology and fundamental principles of structural layouts, dimensions, and components
Ability to read and interpret oral and written instructions
Ability to develop and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work
Valid Driver’s license

Responsibilities

Perform general commercial construction work including layout, repair, renovation, and maintenance of floors, roofs, stairways, partitions, doors, windows, and screens
Work from blueprints, sketches, and verbal instructions to complete construction projects
Assist in the repair, construction, alteration, forming, framing, and finishing of campus buildings and facilities
Perform tasks such as replacing or installing doors, windows, partitions, ceiling tiles, and floor tiles
Assist with basic masonry work, including laying block, brick, stone, precast, and tile
Construct forms for concrete sidewalks, pads, and foundations, and perform concrete pouring and finishing
Perform layout of walls, rooms, doorways, windows, sidewalks, and other building components
Follow all OSHA regulations and building code requirements in the performance of construction tasks