Issued:	07/23/00	Classification Code # 73018
Supersedes:	04/23/74	FLSA NE

TITLE:

CARPENTER

GRADE:

T6

BASIC FUNCTION AND RESPONSIBILITY

To perform skilled work in the fabrication, installation and repair of structures and fixtures of wood, plywood, plastics, composition material and wallboard.

CHARACTERISTIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Cut, shape and smooth wooden components, using handtools and power tools, including sanders, jointer, routers, planers, saws, drill press and drills. Assemble, install, and repair structures and fixtures, including floors, walls, partitions, molding, window sash, cement forms, frames, platforms, baseboard, scaffolding, shoring, suspended ceilings, blackboards, bulletin boards, doors, and built-in bookcases, desks, and counters, using nails, screws, bolts, glue, clamps, braces and carpentry tools. Cut, shape and assemble wood sections according to blueprints or sketches. Lay floors, including asphalt tile. Install interior and exterior trim. Install and repair hardware, including hinges, lock units, venetian blinds, latches and door closures. Alter or repair furniture or fixtures, including chairs, desks, cabinets and bookcases. Set up, adjust and clean portable carpentry equipment. Read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, sketches and job specifications. Determine type and dimensions of wood stock to be used. Prepare records and service reports of materials and time expended.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

Receives supervision from a designated official.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

No supervisory responsibility.

QUALIFICATIONS

Graduation from high school. Considerable knowledge of the tools, methods and materials used in carpentry. Reasonable manual strength and dexterity. Ability to work from ladders and scaffolding.

This description is intended to indicate the kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty that will be required of positions that will be given this title and shall not be construed as declaring what the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position shall be. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under his supervision. The use of a particular expression or illustration describing duties shall not be held to exclude other duties not mentioned that are of a similar kind or level of difficulty.