Carpenter (8197C) #74609

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The Carpenter provides journey-level carpentry and cabinet-making support for the College of Letters & Science teaching and research operations. Under the general guidance of an assigned lead, the incumbent performs custom design, fabrication, and installation of new fixtures, as well as maintenance and modification of existing cabinets, countertops, wall and floor coverings, and room fixtures. This role requires experience and skill in working with various materials, including plywood, hardwood, softwood, wood composites, phenolics, epoxy resin, plastic laminates, sheet metal, metal studs, sheetrock, masonry, flooring, ceiling tiles, wood finishes, and paint. The Carpenter also collaborates on interdepartmental projects as needed to meet recharge goals.

The First Review Date for this job is December 6, 2024

• Perform construction, maintenance, alteration or repair of wooden and/or metal structures on campus buildings and facilities. Fabricate and install and/or repair counters, cabinets, hardware, shelving, benches, tables, partitions, floors, wall frames, windows openings and doors, including demolition and removal. Uses materials including but not limited to plywood, hardwood, softwood, wood composites, phenolics, epoxy resin, plastic laminates, sheet metal, metal studs, sheetrock, masonry, and floor and ceiling tiles, wood finishes and paint. Uses modern work methods.
• Initiates orders for materials and expendable supplies. Maintains the carpenter shop and associated hand and power tools In a safe, clean, organized and serviceable condition.
• Practice safe work habits on a daily basis and in the spirit of the University HPP objectives.
• Instructs work-study students safe and appropriate hand/power tool use, and material handling methods. Directs students in building maintenance duties.
• Performs general building moving tasks including the installation or relocation of scientific equipment. Provides manual help as required to minimize property damage during emergencies
  such as water leaks and electrical power failures. Performs sheet metal work on brackets, shelves and carts, as required. Performs other miscellaneous building tasks as required.
• Completes work orders, timesheets, and administrative paperwork as required by the Workshop's Manager.

• Demonstrated journeymen experience in carpentry.
• Ability to read blueprints.
• Ability to operate woodworking machinery.
• Ability to prioritize assignments.
• Good communication skills.
• Able to lift 75 lbs.

• Experience working in an occupied laboratories and offices.

This is a full-time career position.

This position is eligible for the full range of UC Benefits. For information on the comprehensive benefits package offered by the University, please visit the University of California's Compensation & Benefits website.

Under California law, the University of California, Berkeley is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role and should not offer a salary outside of the range posted in this job announcement. This range takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, analysis of internal equity, and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be offered a salary at or near the top of the range for a position. Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience.

The budgeted hourly rate that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $56.53 (step 1.0).

To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter.

This position is governed by the terms and conditions in the agreement for the Skilled Crafts Unit (KB) between the University of California and the Alameda County Building and Construction Trades Council (ACBCTC). The current bargaining agreement manual can be found at: http://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/labor/bargaining-units/kb/index.html

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