GENERAL DEFINITION AND CONDITIONS OF WORK: 

Performs technically skilled construction carpentry tasks and overseeing trade sub-contractors.  Works under regular supervision.  Performs difficult technical, trades and craft work in building renovation and new residential construction. 

This is heavy work requiring the exertion of 100 pounds of force occasionally, up to 50 pounds of force frequently and up to 20 pounds of force frequently to move objects; requires climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, feeling and repetitive motions; vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word and conveying detailed or important instructions to others accurately, loudly, or quickly;  hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels, to receive detailed information through oral communications and/or to make fine distinctions in sound; visual acuity is required for depth perception, color perception, preparing and analyzing written or computer data, visual inspection involving small defects and/or small parts, use of measuring devices, assembly or fabrication of parts at or within arms length; operation of machines, operation of motor vehicles or equipment, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work and observing general surroundings and activities; subject to inside and outside environmental conditions, extreme cold, extreme heat, noise, vibration and hazards.   May be exposed to blood-borne pathogens and may be required to wear specialized personal protective equipment. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/TYPICAL TASKS:

Hands on construction carpentry projects in residential home building. May supervise on some construction projects; prepares and maintains appropriate records and files.

·         Schedules sub-contractors on new residential home and renovation construction projects.

·         Monitors OSHA safety conditions.

·         Performs work tasks in painting, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, carpentry, masonry, concrete, drywall and other related construction trades as needed.

·         Observes and monitors daily site work of contractors on physical improvement projects in the Capital Fund Program.

·         Observes and reports on all contractor related tasks.

·         Capable of reading blue prints and interpreting specifications..

·         Maintains a daily log.

·         Plans and schedules work and stock necessary materials and supplies for projects.

·         Pulls applicable permits as required.

·         Builds residential decks and front porches.

·         Repair and replace interior trim in home rehabilitations.

·         Capable of performing home construction final walk-thru and create a punch list.

·         Perform all necessary work to fulfill a punch-out man’s duties and responsibilities.

·         Ability to create construction take-offs.

·         Performs other duties as requested. 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: 

Thorough knowledge of the methods, materials, tools and equipment used in construction, maintenance and repair projects; thorough knowledge of hazards and safety precautions associated with type of work assigned; thorough knowledge of applicable codes and pertinent inspection and safety requirements; ability to acquire permits; skill in the use of hand and power tools used in construction work; ability to recognize and diagnose problems; ability to make time and materials estimates; ability to follow oral and written instructions; ability to plan and supervise the work of others; ability to work from sketches, blueprints and drawings; demonstrated ability to properly and efficiently use tools and materials in the construction trades; ability to maintain records; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates and program participants.  Helpful to possess knowledge of the Critical Path Residential Home Construction method. 

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: 

Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school or GED and extensive experience in construction work.  Some experience in the fields of electrical, plumbing, painting, drywall, siding and roofing, and carpentry.  Some supervisory experience is preferred. 

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: 

Must possess or be capable of attaining a journeyman’s classification in carpentry.  Possession of valid appropriate driver’s license issued in the Commonwealth of Virginia and insurable under the vehicle insurance policy of the Authority.