Tradesperson - Carpentry

Lubbock

39092BR

University Student Housing

Position Description

Safely performs journeyperson level tasks in the fabrication, construction, maintenance, alteration and repair of fixtures, equipment, structures, buildings, and built-in components for Texas Tech facilities. Works under general supervision with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

About the University

Established in 1923, Texas Tech University is a Carnegie R1 (very high research activity) Doctoral/Research-Extensive, Hispanic Serving, and state-assisted institution. Located on a beautiful 1,850-acre campus in Lubbock, a city in West Texas with a growing metropolitan-area population of over 300,000, the university enrolls over 40,000 students with 33,000 undergraduate and 7,000 graduate students. As the primary research institution in the western two-thirds of the state, Texas Tech University is home to 10 colleges, the Schools of Law and Veterinary Medicine, and the Graduate School. The flagship of the Texas Tech University System, Texas Tech is dedicated to student success by preparing learners to be ethical leaders for a diverse and globally competitive workforce. It is committed to enhancing the cultural and economic development of the state, nation, and world.
About Lubbock:Referred to as the "Hub City" because it serves as the educational, cultural, economic, and health care hub of the South Plains region, Lubbock boasts a diverse population and a strong connection to community, history, and land. With a mild climate, highly rated public schools, and a low cost of living, Lubbock is a family-friendly community that is ranked as one of the best places to live in Texas. Lubbock is home to a celebrated and ever-evolving music scene, a vibrant arts community, and is within driving distance of Dallas, Austin, Santa Fe, and other major metropolitan cities. Lubbock's Convention & Visitors Bureau provides a comprehensive overview of the Lubbock community and its resources, programs, events, and histories.

Major/Essential Functions

• Assesses, prepares and gathers materials needed for each project,
• Perform carpentry tasks to include: The ability to work with all grades and types of hard woods, plywood, sheetrock and water proof sheeting.
• Perform Carpentry tasks to include: The ability to build effective support systems and be efficient in wood and metal stud framing.
• Maintains records of materials and labor expended for each project or job assignment.
• Attends scheduled meetings and trainings required to maintain technical skills and qualifications.
• Must be proficient in math and able to calculate, measure and cut pieces with minimum waste. Standard: Ensure that all jobs are safely accomplished to meet established standards of performance and quality.

Required Qualifications

Proficiency in written and mathematical skills as may be reflected in the completion of high school or equivalent. Three years experience in designated trade or licensed journeyperson.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of the standard methods, practices, principals, tools and equipment used in the carpentry trade.
• Ability to perform the more difficult or non-routine carpentry assignments.
• Skill in constructing, altering, and repairing walls, doors, windows, furniture and cabinets according to blue prints and sketches.
• Must have sufficient strength to lift a maximum of 60 LBS and move this load from one location to another.
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal, to deal with customers, shop personnel and other department personnel.
• Working knowledge of operation and safe use of all power and hand tools/equipment common to the carpenter field.
• Five years experience as a journeyperson level Carpenter preferred. Accredited journeyperson level certified training as a Carpenter can be substituted for work experience on a year-by-year basis to meet this preference.

Safety Information

Adherence to robust safety practices and compliance with all applicable health and safety regulations are responsibilities of all TTU employees.

Does this position work in a research laboratory?

No

Required Attachments

Professional/Personal References, Resume / CV

Job Type

Full Time

Pay Basis

Hourly

Minimum Hire Rate

17.09

Pay Statement

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan by visiting www.depts.ttu.edu/hr/payplan.

Travel Required

Up to 25%

Shift

Day

Schedule Details

M-F 7:30am-4:30pm; Opening Weekend, on call as required

Grant Funded?

No

Job Group

Skilled Crafts

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.