CARPENTER

Title: CARPENTER Location: United States-Virginia-Norfolk Job Number: 240003MC Job Summary: Performs various carpentry tasks for the modification, repair, and maintenance of Exchange buildings, including constructing structures like snack bars and furniture such as closets and benches. Duties and Responsibilities: – Receives assignments from a supervisor via work orders, drawings, or sketches, completing them with limited guidance while adhering to standards. – Plans and executes work based on blueprints and personal knowledge, selecting materials and cutting them to specifications. – Installs structural components (rafters, studs, window frames) using techniques such as nailing, bolting, and gluing. – Finishes surfaces as needed, ensuring all components are level and aligned. – Uses hand and power tools effectively. – Performs additional related tasks as assigned. Physical Effort: Requires standing, bending, and working in awkward positions; may lift items up to 50 pounds. Working Conditions: Work takes place indoors and outdoors, typically in well-ventilated areas. Exposure to noise, dust, and risk of injuries from heavy lifting, hand tools, and power tools is common. Qualifications: GENERAL EXPERIENCE One year of carpentry experience, including measuring, cutting, nailing, bolting, doweling, gluing, planning, sanding, drilling, and finishing materials using various tools. SUBSTITUTION OF EDUCATION FOR EXPERIENCE One year of high school can substitute for three months of general experience, up to a High School Diploma or GED for one year of general experience. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE Five years in carpentry performing modifications and repairs per work orders, sketches, or blueprints. Experience includes repairing and installing structural items (rafters, door/window frames, trim), maintaining buildings, and constructing retail/service areas (closets, benches, tables). PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Ability to stand, stoop, bend, kneel, and climb in various positions, including scaffolds and ladders. Ability to lift and carry items weighing up to 50 pounds.