Job Description

Posting number: 2027-00058

Department: Public Works

Job classification: CARPENTER II

Posting type: Open

Categories: Building Maintenance, Public Works, Trades, Construction Maintenance, Construction Trades

Summary

Under general supervision, is responsible for performing skilled work in carpentry and maintenance of City-owned property and facilities. May exercise functional supervision over assigned staff.

Work Location

Northwest Service Center - 6939 W Loop 1604 N, San Antonio, TX 78254

Work Hours

6:15 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Monday - Thursday

Examples of duties

• Prepares form settings for concrete flat-work such as sidewalks, driveways, foundations, curbs, retaining walls, and wheelchair ramps.
• Builds and repairs concrete structures in compliance with flat-work, foundation, and ADA standards.
• Installs and ties various types of steel for concrete structures.
• Excavates, prepares, and demolishes areas for concrete forms.
• Performs light concrete finishing.
• Interprets blueprints, drawings, and instructions and operates carpentry tools and equipment.
• Repairs foundation structures.
• Installs and repairs door locks, closures, and overhead doors.
• Builds office furniture, including desks, bookcases, and computer stands.
• Installs metal studs, doors, and frames.
• Repairs wooden and chain-link fences.
• Installs and repairs glass in windows, doors, and partitions.
• May require frequently lifting/carrying up to 50 pounds.
• May supervise semi-skilled staff in carpentry and City-property maintenance.

Qualifications

• Formal or informal education or training that ensures the ability to read and write at a level necessary for successful job performance.
• Three (3) years of experience in carpentry.
• Valid Class 'C' Texas Driver's License.

Preferred Qualifications

• General Knowledge of flat work & foundation.
• General knowledge of ADA Standard Specs for flat work construction.
• Some experience of light / construction finishing.
• Some experience of concrete demolition.

Applicant Information

• Unless otherwise stated, applicants are permitted to substitute two years of related full-time experience for one year of higher education or one year of related higher education for two years of experience in order to meet the minimum requirements of the job. One year of full-time experience is defined as 30 or more hours worked per week for 12 months. One year of higher education is defined as 30 credit hours completed at an accredited college or university.
• Applicants selected for employment with the City of San Antonio in this position must receive satisfactory results from pre-employment drug testing and background checks. If required for the position, a physical, motor vehicle record evaluation, and additional background checks may be conducted.
• Please be advised that if selected for this position, information regarding employment history as it relates to the qualifications of the position will be needed for employment verification. Applicants claiming military service to meet the experience requirement for this position may attach a DD214 to the application.
• If selected for this position, official transcripts, diplomas, certifications, and licenses must be submitted at the time of processing. Unofficial transcripts and copies of other relevant documents may be attached to the application for consideration in advance.

Supplemental information

• Knowledge of carpentry terminology and materials used in the trade.
• Knowledge of basic mathematics.
• Skill in using carpentry tools and equipment.
• Ability to interpret blueprints, sketches, and specifications.
• Ability to perform all physical requirements of the position, with or without accommodations.
• Working conditions are inside and outside with frequent exposure to temperature variations, dust, dirt, noise, and toxic fumes and vapors.