Carpenter

Are you looking for a position with a work/life balance? Do you want to earn four (4) weeks off during your first year of employment? Do you want low and no cost health insurance options? If you answered "yes" to any of these questions, you need to complete your application now. Work for the city you love!!!
   
The Public Works Department is actively seeking a Carpenter.
 
Did you know as a City of Jacksonville employee, you would also have twelve (12) paid holidays and a personal leave day as well? In addition, health insurance, dental, vision, life insurance and flexible spending plans are also available. City of Jacksonville employees are also eligible for Federal Student Loan Forgiveness after ten (10) years of public service and on-time payments.
 
This is skilled craft work in the construction, alteration, repair and maintenance of buildings and fixtures. The work requires knowledge of techniques, methods, and procedures used in carpentry which involves the use of specialized skills or specialized equipment which is learned on the job or through specialized training. Contacts require courtesy, tact, and effectiveness in dealing with others, including contacts to request or provide information, ask questions, or obtain clarification. The work is semi-routine in that tasks are covered by procedures or precedents, but some latitude is permitted to consider the most appropriate method, technique, or procedure to follow. The work is performed inside and outside where there are some risks and hazards, but they are predictable and controllable. Operates hand and power tools and motor vehicles. The physical demands consist of walking, standing, sitting, bending, moving and lifting equipment and ladders weighing more than fifty (50) pounds, working from heights and includes exposure to dust, dirt, and other unpleasant conditions. The work is performed under general supervision where the work assignments are varied and although subject to standard practices and procedures, the worker is permitted some latitude to set priorities subject to superior’s approval.

• Constructs, alters, and repairs concrete forms, floors, stairways, roofs, partitions, doors, windows, screens, and wood fixtures.
• Designs and builds bookcases, chests, lockers, cabinets, and shelves.
• Cleans, sharpens, and repairs hand and bench tools.
• Repairs mechanical doors and locks.
• Performs masonry, glazing, roofing, and sheet metal work including forming and pouring concrete.
• Operates carpentry equipment and tools including ladders. 
• Ability to operate motor vehicles including one-half and one-ton trucks and vans.
• Demonstrates proficiency in the City of Jacksonville’s competencies.
• Performs related work as required.

• Knowledge of the techniques, methods, and procedures used in carpentry.
• Knowledge of the equipment, materials, and tools used in carpentry.
• Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions.
• Skill in the care and use of materials, tools, and equipment used in carpentry.
• Ability to read and apply job related materials.
• Ability to work from sketches and blueprints.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle.

• A two (2) year combination of education and/or experience involving carpentry.

LICENSING/CERTIFICATION/REGISTRATION: 

• A valid driver's license is required prior to appointment and must be maintained. 
• Must qualify for prior to appointment, obtain and maintain during employment in this class a City of Jacksonville Certification as a Public Driver.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS: 

• The probationary period for this class is six (6) months. 
• This classification performs safety-sensitive functions and is subject to pre-employment, random and other drug/alcohol testing programs as set forth in the City of Jacksonville's Drug Free Workplace Policy (0401).

A FULLY COMPLETED ONLINE APPLICATION IS REQUIRED. Apply at www.coj.net. A work history is required for all employment/volunteer work in which qualifications are being based. When meeting/basing qualifications on education, a copy of your college transcript, with your social blacked out, is required with your application. Transcripts do not need to be official, but must state your name, the school’s name, classes taken, grades received, type of degree, and date degree was conferred.  
 
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Certain servicemembers and veterans, and the spouses and the family members of such service members and veterans, receive preference and priority, and certain servicemembers may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements, in employment and are encouraged to apply for positions being filled.
 
If claiming veteran's preference, you must attach a DD-214 (Member Form-4 copy) or military discharge papers, or equivalent certification from the Department of Veterans Affairs listing military status, dates of service and character of discharge. You must also attach the Veterans Preference Certification Form and if applicable, the additional forms as noted here: http://www.coj.net/departments/employee-services/veterans-preference
 
If a candidate believes he or she was not afforded veteran’s preference, he or she may file a written complaint, within sixty (60) calendar days upon receipt of notification of the hiring decision, requesting an investigation to:
 
Florida Department of Veterans Affairs
Attention:  Veterans’ Preference Coordinator
11351 Ulmerton Road, Suite 311-K
Largo, FL  33778-1630
Email: VeteransPreference@fdva.state.fl.us

Salary : $44,435