Carpentry Assistant Shop Supervisor
Johns Hopkins UniversityAbout the role
We are seeking a Carpentry Assistant Shop Supervisor.
Specific Duties & Responsibilities
- Prepare, schedule and supervise the work layout for the maintenance, alteration and repair of building structures and components.
- Perform carpentry tasks.
- Keep records of carpenters' time and materials used for each job.
- Supervise carpentry jobs requiring a high degree of skill.
- Provide assistance on complex jobs.
- Provide estimates of personnel and material required for a job.
- Assign carpenters to jobs, oversee masonry work.
- Requisition materials from warehouse or purchases materials from suppliers.
- Inspect scaffolding and hazardous work to ensure proper safety measures are being observed.
- Keep records and compiles reports of work performed by carpentry crew.
- Plan and schedule projects, estimate time and materials, supervise subordinates, maintain records and file and prepare reports.
- Review all work orders before and after completion.
- Provide mentoring/training to staff members.
- Assist in Hiring and training new employees.
- Developing training materials and conducting training sessions and workshops.
- Monitoring both individual and team job performance metrics through Maximo (CMMS). Inform supervisors of completed and outstanding work orders.
- Schedules, assigns responsibility, reviews and evaluates the work of assigned staff. Takes corrective action, demonstrates leadership in evaluating, developing and motivating employees.
- Assisting with other administrative tasks, when required.
- Attend and participate in meetings regarding work to be done; attend training classes.
- Must have the ability to respond to emergency needs 24/7 as required.
Special Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Thorough knowledge of the common practices, tools, terminology and safety precautions of the carpentry trade.
- Thorough knowledge of the use and characteristics of common building materials.
- Skill in the use of carpentry tools and woodworking equipment.
- Ability to prepare and work from sketches, drawings, plans or specifications.
- Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
- Ability to rig scaffolds.
- Ability to plan and supervise the work of subordinates.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates.
Minimum Qualifications
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
- Six years’ experience in the indicated field, including 2 years’ experience in a similar supervisor/lead role.
- Experience with liaising between management and employees.
- Exceptional ability to motivate employees and foster teamwork.
- Proficiency in monitoring and reporting job performance metrics.
- Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheets, excel (Microsoft products)
- Valid driver’s license required.
Physical Requirements
- Significant standing, walking, moving, climbing, carrying, bending, kneeling, crawling, reaching, handling, pushing, and pulling.
- Ability to lift up to 75 lbs.
- Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential tasks.
Preferred Qualifications
- Certifications or professional license preferred.
Classified Title: Carpentry Assistant Shop Supervisor
Role/Level/Range: ATO 40/E/03/OG
Starting Salary Range: Min $49,920 - Max $87,36 Annually (Commensurate with experience)
Employee group: Full Time
Schedule: Monday - Friday
Exempt Status: Exempt
Location: Homewood Campus
Department name: Building Operations and Maintenance
Personnel area: University Administration
Total Rewards
The referenced salary range is based on Johns Hopkins University’s good faith belief at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as geographic location, work experience, market conditions, education/training and skill level. Johns Hopkins offers a total rewards package that supports our employees' health, life, career and retirement. More information can be found here: https://hr.jhu.edu/benefits-worklife/
Please refer to the job description above to see which forms of equivalency are permitted for this position. If permitted, equivalencies will follow these guidelines:
JHU Equivalency Formula: 30 undergraduate degree credits (semester hours) or 18 graduate degree credits may substitute for one year of experience. Additional related experience may
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