Carpenter

The Carpenter performs general carpentry, millwork and commercial hardware functions to maintain or repair various building systems.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Additional duties may be assigned. Management retains the discretion to change or add to the duties of this position at any time.

Understands shop drawings, basic sketches or building plans for information pertaining to various carpentry related repairs, furnishings or office modifications

Perform rough and finish carpentry to repair and maintain park structures utilizing safety practices, industry standards and best practices.

Install, repair, and maintain doors, windows, gates, locks, latches, and access systems in buildings and park facilities.

Proficient in use and application of multiple building materials including lumber, tile, ceramic/vinyl tile, plastics, acoustical ceiling tile

Provide locksmith services specifically BEST System lock cylinders, including rekeying, key duplication, hardware upgrades, and troubleshooting lock/access issues.

Repair of tables, chairs, platforms, kiosk and equipment enclosures and housings, fencing, and decking, restrooms, service buildings, and utility enclosures.

Cleans up work area daily and after job completion.

Conduct preventive maintenance inspections and respond to emergency repairs as needed.

Work on small construction and renovation projects.

Collaborate with park maintenance, electrical, and plumbing staff to ensure facilities are safe, secure and in top condition.

All other duties as assigned

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Must be able to work days, nights, weekdays, weekends, and holidays

Must read, write and speak the English language

Must be at least 18 years old

Self-starter capable of working independently

Team oriented with good relationship and communication skills

Ability to read and interpret plans, blueprints, and technical diagrams

Strong attention to safety and detail

Must be able to safely operate the following stationary shop equipment: table saw, drill press, sander, pneumatic air nailers, high velocity power activated nail guns, hand saws, band saw, miter saw, radial arm saw, panel saw, electric drill, reciprocating saw

Must be able to perform various commercial hardware repairs and new installations

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

High School or Technical education preferred

5 years of progressive experience related to new construction, remodeling and or commercial building maintenance

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Must have and maintain a valid Georgia Driver's License

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job the employee is required to sit and stand for long periods of time and walk. The employee must be able to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is frequently required to talk and hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move carry, push, or pull at least 100lbs. Specific vision requirements for this job include close vision, color vision, depth perception and ability to focus and night vision. Must be able to take directional cues directly or indirectly. Must be able to climb up ladders and steps.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to outside weather conditions and must be able to work in extreme weather conditions such as heat, rain, ice, snow, and wind

The employee is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, and/or caustic chemicals, fuels, oils, paints, smoke, and/or airborne particles, and vibration

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate

The employee is regularly exposed to high, precarious places

Employment at Stone Mountain Park is contingent on the completion of a

criminal background check and a drug screen, with the results being negative.

Stone Mountain Park employees are subject to pre-employment, post-injury, post-accident, reasonable suspicion and random testing for illegal drug usage.