Salary : $40,526.26 – $46,809.79 Annually
Location : Southeast Dallas, TX
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: HRNCS-CPNTR-PKR
Department: Park & Recreation
* Org (REQUIRED): 3857 Bond Program-Park Construction
Opening Date: 06/26/2023
Closing Date: 7/11/2023 11:59 PM Central
Position Purpose
Welcome to the City of Dallas!The City of Dallas is one of the largest employers in the DFW Metroplex.
We offer growth opportunities and a chance to make a difference in our community.
What do we offer?
A competitive salary, five-year vested pension plan, great benefits package that includes health, vision and dental insurance, pet insurance, tuition reimbursement, qualifying childcare assistance, paid time off and more.
Join our diverse workforce and help us in providing excellent service to the residents of Dallas while building a rewarding career.
Overview
The Carpenter performs entry-level carpentry maintenance and construction work on City facilities and spaces to maintain the buildings, public areas, and structures in good repair.
Essential Functions
- Assists, supports, and participates in carpentry work with crew chief in the fabrication and maintenance of wood structures and equipment; assembles stages and risers for special events, provides maintenance and wood working expertise for structures, and performs other carpentry skills.
- Participates in various building maintenance activities including repair and replacement of doors, frames and locks, masonry repair, tile repair, modular office furniture, and rest room partition repair; ensures safe, effective, and fully operational facilities and equipment.
- Installs and repairs chain link fences to ensure fences are functional, monitors and repairs park structures and other wood facilities.
- Assists with carpentry maintenance including minor cabinetmaking, woodwork, and minor drywall work to make needed building repairs or additions.
- Constructs barricades to provide traffic control at public events; performs concrete work to construct sidewalks and retainer walls.
- Calculates bids and determines carpentry supplies, reads floorplans, and measures jobs.
- Assists with other trades as needed to maintain and repair buildings or structures; provides assistance and support with seasonal maintenance of facilities ensuring good repair, safety, and functionality.
- Performs any and all other work as needed or assigned.
Knowledge and Skills
- Knowledge of power tools and their proper usage.
- Basic knowledge of construction practices.
- Basic knowledge of general carpentry and woodworking
- Must be able to use carpenter’s hand tools, saws, and electric sanders.
- Ability to read blueprints.
- Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
- Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.
Minimum Qualifications
Experience
6 months of experience.
Licenses and Certifications
Texas Driver’s License
Education
High School Diploma, GED
Supplemental Information
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by personnel assigned to this classification and is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skill required. The salary listed on this job posting is the starting salary range; amount offered will depend upon qualifications.
To view the employee benefits offered by the City of Dallas
01
Do you have a minimum of six (6) months of experience in carpentry?
- Yes
- No
02
Do you have a valid Texas Driver’s License?
- Yes
- No
03
Do you have the knowledge/experience working with the following tools/equipment listed below? Please check all that apply.
- Carpenter’s Hand Tools
- Saws
- Electric Sanders
- None of the above
04
Do you have the knowledge/ability in any of the following listed below? Please check all that apply.
- Basic knowledge of Construction practices
- Basic knowledge of general carpentry and woodworking
- Ability to read blueprints.
- Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
- None of the above
05
If required, are you able to obtain a Texas Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) prior to completion of probation?
- Yes
- No
06
If required, are you able to work overtime?
- Yes
- No
07
If required, are you able to work in inclement weather conditions?
- Yes
- No
Required Question