Carpenter (Park and Recreation - Non-Civil Service)

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Job Summary

Performs entry-level carpentry maintenance and construction work on City facilities to maintain the buildings and structures in good repair.

Job Description
 

Overview

The Carpenter performs entry-level carpentry maintenance and construction work on City facilities and spaces to maintain the buildings, public areas, and
structures in good repair.

Essential Functions

1 Assists, supports, and participates in carpentry work with crew chief in the fabrication and maintenance of wood structures and equipment; assembles stages and risers for special events, provides maintenance and wood working expertise for structures, and performs other carpentry skills.

2 Participates in various building maintenance activities including repair and replacement of doors, frames and locks, masonry repair, tile repair, modular office furniture, and rest room partition repair; ensures safe, effective, and fully operational facilities and equipment.

3 Installs and repairs chain link fences to ensure fences are functional, monitors and repairs park structures and other wood facilities.

4 Assists with carpentry maintenance including minor cabinetmaking, woodwork, and minor drywall work to make needed building repairs or additions.

5 Constructs barricades to provide traffic control at public events; performs concrete work to construct sidewalks and retainer walls.

6 Calculates bids and determines carpentry supplies, reads floorplans, and measures jobs.

7 Assists with other trades as needed to maintain and repair buildings or structures; provides assistance and support with seasonal maintenance of facilities ensuring good repair, safety, and functionality.

8 Performs any and all other work as needed or assigned.

Knowledge and Skills

1 Knowledge of power tools and their proper usage.

2 Basic knowledge of construction practices.

3 Basic knowledge of general carpentry and woodworking

4 Must be able to use carpenter's hand tools, saws, and electric sanders

5 Ability to read blueprints.

6 Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.

7 Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.

Minimum Qualifications

Experience

One (1) year of carpentry and/or general construction experience.

Licenses and Certifications

Valid driver's license with good driving record.

Some positions require ability to obtain Texas Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) within probationary period.

Other Requirements

Subject to overtime work and inclement weather conditions.

Salary Range

 

$21.67 - $23.60

 

The salary listed on this job posting is the starting salary range; amount offered will depend upon qualifications.

City of Dallas is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity at all levels of its workforce.