University of Oklahoma Medical Center Carpenter Lead

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Job Description:

General Description:

Under direction, supervises and/or performs skilled carpentry and cabinetwork at the journeyman level.

Essential Responsibilities:

Responsibilities listed in this section are core to the position.  Inability to perform these responsibilities with or without an accommodation may result in disqualification from the position. 

• Plans, supervises and participates in skilled carpentry work in the maintenance buildings and/or the erection of new construction or additions to existing structures.
• Determines materials and supplies needed and assigns specific tasks to subordinate carpenters and helpers.
• Performs and gives detailed instructions on the more difficult interior and exterior trim work and constructions. 
• Demonstrated the best methods of doing skilled carpentry work. 
• Sees the work is carried out according to plans and specifications and is properly correlated with to the trade. 
• Instructs and trains helpers of lower grade. 
• Checks work in progress and upon completion. 
• Supervises and performs cabinet work in the construction, assembly and repair of wood and wood substitute articles, such as chairs, table, desks, doors, windows, cabinets, built-ins, office, and shop equipment. 
• Selects woodworking machinery, attachments, accessories and cutting tools suitable to producing the end result.
• Utilizes power equipment such as planers, jointers, power saws, shapers, and other woodworking equipment. 
• Makes estimates, prepares requisitions for materials, and supervises materials stores.
• Maintains records and reports of time, materials and supplies used and work performed.

General Responsibilities:

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: High School Diploma or GED required.

Experience: Five (5) years of experience required.  Four (4) or more years of carpentry experience preferred.

License(s)/Certification(s)/Registration(s) Required: None .

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: 

• Knowledge of the principles, methods, materials, tools and equipment used in carpentry. 
• Knowledge of the occupational hazards involved and the safety precautions necessary in the carpentry trade. 
• Considerable knowledge of cabinet making principles, methods, tools and equipment.
• Knowledge of building codes, supervisory and instructional techniques and methods. 
• Ability to follow oral and written directions. 
• Ability to exercise independent judgment. 
• Ability to perform both finished carpentry and cabinetwork. 
• Skill in preparing rough sketches of work and estimates of materials and labor. 
• Ability to read blueprints and work from plans and specifications.

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OU Health is an equal opportunity employer. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including PTO, 401(k), medical and dental plans, and many more. We know that a total benefits and compensation package, designed to meet your specific needs both inside and outside of the work environment, create peace of mind for you and your family.