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Carpentry Craftsman-WV Parkways Authority-Raleigh Co.

State of West Virginia · Beckley, WV, USA ·

Pay:
$17.48-$25.35/hr
Job type:
Full Time

Job Overview
Location: Beckley South Complex, Beckley, WV.

Hourly wage: $17.48 - $25.35 per hour, eligible for overtime.

Responsibilities

Answer directly to the Foreman of the Carpenter Shop.

Perform at a proficiency level in the craft of carpentry.

Maintain thorough knowledge of skills, methods, materials, and equipment.

Lead, guide, and train apprentice craftsmen.

Plan, layout, and supervise the work of skilled and unskilled tradesmen.

Perform tasks as a craftsman carpenter in special areas: framing, forming, concrete, masonry & tile, cabinet & finishing.

Cabinet and Finishing: knowledge of stain, painting, putty, caulking, belt sanding, installing trim, doors, cabinet hardware, weather stripping, finishes, trim work, laminate work, and building office furniture.

Framing: frame, roof, floor, and wall systems; knowledge of lumber dimensions, nailing, insulation, sawing, shingle and siding installation, sheeting; lay out all frame structures.

Forming: concrete forming jobs such as footers, slabs, curbs; forms for barrier walls, retainer walls, parapet walls, holding tanks, culverts, spill ways.

Concrete: pouring jobs, parging, placement, ranking, hand screed, sealing; operate power screed, electric vibrator; install reinforcement steel, finish concrete.

Masonry & Tile: mix mortar, grouts; cut blocks, bricks, tiles; lay block/brick; hang and finish; tape, base coat; apply texture; install tile and brick.

Skills and Abilities

Ability to follow oral and written instructions.

Ability to accept supervision.

Ability to properly operate and maintain Parkway equipment.

Ability to work well with co‑workers.

Exhibit leadership abilities.

Ability to read blueprints.

Ability to interpret BOCA regulations.

Basic knowledge of sectional equipment operations.

Basic knowledge of all areas of the craft while being first class in one or more areas.

Five or more years of advanced skills in the carpentry trade.

Ability to organize and direct a large crew of skilled and unskilled laborers.

Skill in handling and preparing reports.

Ability to utilize all available man‑hours for responsible duties.

Ability to withstand adverse weather conditions.

Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED.

Class B CDL.

Five years of experience in all fields of work in this section.

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