Carpenter Journeyman

Vigor Values 

Vigor expects all employees to enhance the atmosphere in which they work by living the Vigor Values every day.

Truth: We seek the truth, and we speak the truth
Responsibility: We act on what we know is right
Evolution: We seek mastery, and adapt to a changing world
Love: We care about the people we work with, and the world we live in

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES: Other duties may be assigned. Successfully performs work as an individual, as a member of a single craft, or a multi-craft work crew.

• Complies with craft and shipyard safety measures.
• Consistently exceeds Journeyman criteria.
• Responsible for assembling staging as directed.
• Responsible for all phases of scaffolding, shoring, and stair tower building.
• Works from ship specifications, work orders and applicable working drawings and blueprints.
• Researches and suggests written comprehensive condition found reports (CFRs).
• Responsible for being conversant in all quality assurance requirements.
• Responsible for installation of various types of insulation.
• Reads blueprints and performs layout work.
• Performs joiner work and installs marine panels, ceiling systems, doors, and jams.

ESSENTIAL SECONDARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Incumbent performs similar work in all areas of the Yard as the need arises.
 
KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES: 

• Communicates effectively, work independently or in a group.
• Ability to read, write, speak and comprehend English.

Working knowledge of the following processes:
 Fiberglass repair procedures
 Building pudding blocks
 Putting up blast protection
 Installation and repair of furniture and fixtures
 
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:
High School diploma or GED preferred. 5 years relevant work experience. Proven skills, work history and/or applicable education will be considered in lieu of work experience.

Journey Level Support
Demonstrated proficiency in 1 of the support groupings and knowledge of a core/main ship repair area (1 certification or equivalent) OR demonstrated proficiency of 2 support services areas. Requires some supervision to perform more complex jobs/tasks, but is able to perform majority of job duties independently, with minimal supervision.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES AND REGISTRATIONS:  
Four-hour fire watch certification, to be obtained within 30 days of hire.
HAZWOPER – First Responder Awareness Level.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Sitting: Standing: Walking: Crouching: Kneeling/Crawling: Stooping: Twisting, Climbing, Balancing, Leg/Foot Use (To repetitively operate machine controls), Reaching, Handling/Grasping, Fingering/Feeling, Pushing/Pulling, and Lifting/Carrying,

Talking, Hearing, Vision, Near Acuity (clarity of vision at 20 inches or less), Far Acuity (clarity of vision at 20 feet of more), Depth Perception (three-dimensional vision to judge distance/ spatial relationships), Field of Vision (if required to observe a large field of vision while keeping eye fixed on a given point for job performance or safety), and Smell,

INTERPERSONAL CONTACTS:

• Interaction/communication with others, Continually -- interacts with others to coordinate work effort and ensure safety.
• Works alone/independently, Frequently -- works in the company of others while performing construction tasks.
• Directs/supervises others, Not required.
• Repetitive work, Work consists of performing simple tasks, i.e., lifting/pulling construction materials throughout the day.
• Attention to detail, Must carefully use power tools to prevent harm to self or others. Must observe surrounding area while lowering supplies.
• Flexibility, Plan of action changes in the course of the day.
• Other mental/psychological demands, None.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: 

• Works indoors, Frequently -- works indoors, inside ship.
• Works outdoors, Frequently -- works outdoors constructing scaffolding for other employees.
• Safety equipment required, Uses hard hat, eye protection, safety harness, hearing protection, respirator.
• Other Exposures, May be exposed to smoke, fumes, free silica, asbestos, dust, oil, grease, and heights.
• Operation of equipment/tools/vehicles, Table saw, band saw, planer, jointer, wood lathe, drill press, sanders, tape measure, overhead crane, fork lift, miscellaneous hand tools (hammer, screw driver, etc.).
• Required hygiene standards, Per company standards.
• Other, None.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.