Job Title
Structural Specialist – Carpenter (Revised Qualifications)
Company
University of Maine System
Job Description
Statement of Job:
The University of Southern Maine will be opening a new Student Center and Residence Hall on our Portland campus in the coming months and as a result we’re looking to add a few new employees to our Facilities team! The University of Southern Maine is seeking applicants to fill two (2) full-time positions as Structural Specialist – Carpenters Career Level (CL) 1, 2, or 3. The Facilities Management department is core to USM’s ability to deliver an exceptional and affordable educational experience to students in Maine and across the country. This is an opportunity to be a part of this exciting mission – not to mention an opportunity for you to advance your education with our tuition waiver program!
Pay is $18.94/hr for CL1, $20.48/hr for CL2, or $22.03/hr for CL3. The University offers a highly competitive benefits package that includes vacation, sick and holiday pay; health, dental and vision insurance; life insurance; short- and long-term disability insurance; a tuition waiver program for employees and their spouse or dependent child(ren); a 403(b) retirement plan with an employer contribution; and more. .
The work schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
We live our USM Service Promise of Student Focused Every Day and we are looking for a team member who demonstrates a commitment to this promise each and every day, and who supports our values: Respect & Care, Integrity, Equity and Responsiveness.
We are the University of Everyone – committed to building a culturally diverse team of leaders, faculty and staff. We welcome applicants who are multilingual. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply.
Job Information:
The incumbent performs duties related to maintaining the operations of the assigned structural trade by performing established preventative maintenance, troubleshooting structural and appearance issues, building and constructing structures and inspecting operational systems. Work is primarily non-routine in nature due to calls for service, and variety of assigned projects. Incumbent communicates with other University staff to schedule and plan projects. Incumbent understands the full scope of assigned structural trade(s). This is an essential position with the expectation of reporting to work during declared administrative leaves and administrative holidays, including campus closures due to the inclement weather.
Essential Job Functions:
- Operates hand and power tools associated with the carpentry trade
- Acts as secondary locksmith with basic knowledge of the trade to cut key and troubleshoot after hours door and lock problems for residential students
- Requisitions materials and supplies and orders from vendors
- Cleans, sharpens and performs preventive maintenance on tools and equipment
Qualifications:
Requirements:
- High school diploma or equivalent (G.E.D)
- Proven ability to work independently with minimal direct supervision
- The ability to lift up to 50 pounds frequently, and/or in excess of 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
- Must have valid State of Maine driver’s license that meets APL requirements for ability to drive and operate University vehicles and equipment.
Experience:
- To be considered for CL1, must have sufficient training necessary to perform essential job duties and at least one (1) year of related experience.
- To be considered for CL2, must have sufficient training/experience necessary to obtain appropriate licensure, i.e. at least three (3) years of related experience.
- To be considered for CL3, must have sufficient training/experience necessary to obtain appropriate licensure, i.e. at least five (5) years of related experience.
Other Information:
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To Apply:
Materials must be submitted via “Apply for position.” You will create an applicant profile and complete an application. You will need to upload a cover letter, resume. Finalist candidates will be asked to provide three professional references.
All required materials will be reviewed on an ongoing basis until positions are filled.
Appropriate background screening will be conducted for the successful candidate.
In complying with the letter and spirit of applicable laws and pursuing its own goals of diversity, the University of Maine System does not discriminate on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender, gender identity or expression, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship status, familial status, ancestry, age, disability physical or mental, genetic information, veteran or military status in employment, education, and all other programs and activities. The University provides reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.
Work Year Calendar:
Fiscal Year (12 Months)
Required Documents:
Cover Letter, CV/Resume
Expected Salary
Location
Portland, ME
Job Posting Date
Wed, 26 Jul 2023 03:58:27 GMT