Job description
The core responsibilities of this role include but are not limited to:
- Perform carpentry/maintenance repairs, renovations and/or additions to the campus as assigned by the Lead Carpenter or the Work Order Management System.
- Exercise sound judgment when using equipment and chemicals.
Use approved safety standards and precautions in accordance with manufacturer recommendations, state and federal laws and Wheaton College guidelines.
Respond to all requests and complaints in a professional, courteous and timely manner, resulting in exceptional customer service.
Operate college vehicles in a safe and reasonable manner.
Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
Assist other departments or shops when requested to do so, as needs arise.
Integrate into the Grounds Shop in support of individual projects requiring carpentry assistance/extra labor.
Required to work overtime in emergency situations or when special events or projects are scheduled.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Ability to organize and prioritize workload with minimal supervision to meet required deadlines.
- Ability to use carpentry tools safely and as designed.
Ability to use a computer based work order management system / other computer based operating systems (Microsoft Word, etc.).
Ability to work from ladders and staging.
Ability to communicate well, with strong writing and interpersonal skills.
Ability to read, understand and follow oral and written instructions.
Must be physically capable to lift 50-100 pounds.
Ability to lift and move heavy furniture, packages and equipment.
Knowledge of safety and OSHA requirements.
Ability to work independently, resolve problems, and function as part of a team.
Must have high school diploma or certificate from an accredited trade school with minimum 2 years field experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Must have a valid MA drivers license, as well as, a proven safe driving record.
Preferred Qualifications:
Compensation and Benefits
To attract and retain the most talented individuals, Wheaton College maintains a flexible and competitive staff compensation and
benefits program.
When determining and establishing hiring rates or recruitment ranges for a position, the College considers a number of factors including the budget for the position, the range of the grade, the external market for the position or similar positions, level and scope of responsibilities, required education, skills and relevant experience as well as internal equity. All salary offers must have the prior approval of the Office of Human Resources.
The starting hourly rate for this position is 19.00/hour.
When determining and establishing hiring rates or recruitment ranges for a position, the College considers a number of factors including the budget for the position, the range of the grade, the external market for the position or similar positions, level and scope of responsibilities, required education, skills and relevant experience as well as internal equity. All salary offers must have the prior approval of the Office of Human Resources.
The starting hourly rate for this position is 19.00/hour.
Physical Demands
- Must be physically capable to lift 50-100 pounds.
- Ability to lift and move heavy furniture, packages and equipment.
ADA Statement:
Individuals must possess these knowledges, skills and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of skills and abilities.
Eeo Statement
Wheaton is a private coeducational liberal arts college within easy
commuting distance of Boston and Providence. We have nearly 1,700
undergraduates from 40 U.S. States and more than 70 countries. Nearly 23%
of our undergraduates are U.S. students of color and 11% are international
citizens. Wheaton College is an equal opportunity/affirmative action
employer and does not discriminate against any individual or group on the
basis of gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age,
race, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, genetic
information, or disability. In a continuing effort to maintain and enrich
an intellectually diverse learning environment, the Department and the
College actively encourages applications from women and members of
underrepresented groups.
commuting distance of Boston and Providence. We have nearly 1,700
undergraduates from 40 U.S. States and more than 70 countries. Nearly 23%
of our undergraduates are U.S. students of color and 11% are international
citizens. Wheaton College is an equal opportunity/affirmative action
employer and does not discriminate against any individual or group on the
basis of gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age,
race, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, genetic
information, or disability. In a continuing effort to maintain and enrich
an intellectually diverse learning environment, the Department and the
College actively encourages applications from women and members of
underrepresented groups.
Posting Date:
05/15/2023
Closing Date:
Open Until Filled
No
Contact(s):
Office of Human Resources
Contact Phone/Extension:
508-286-8206
Contact Email:
careers@wheatoncollege.edu
Contact Fax
Special Instructions to Candidates:
To prevent the infection and spread of COVID-19 and as an integral part of our public health and safety measures, Wheaton College requires that all successful applicants hired provide proof of full vaccination and one booster for COVID-19 at the time of employment, unless an exemption from this policy is requested and approved. Applicants believing that they need an accommodation of this policy because of a disability, medical condition, or sincerely-held religious belief should inform the Office of Human Resources after an offer of employment is extended.
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