Job Title: Maintenance Technician / Carpenter
Department: Facilities
Supervisor: Director of Facilities
Benefits Eligible: Yes
FSLA: Non-Exempt / Hourly
Summary:
St. Mark’s School of Southborough is seeking a Carpenter to perform carpentry duties as needed or directed, operating in conjunction with the other construction trades. This role will respond to calls quickly, complete daily work in a timely manner, and assist with larger projects throughout the year. It is a year-round staff position that requires occasional evenings and weekends.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Perform general maintenance and repair of buildings
- Construct, repair, install, and finish millwork, casework, or other wood products
- Construct partition systems, cabinets, worktables, bookcases, and other pieces
- Order construction materials, maintain an inventory of supplies and equipment, and keep a clean and orderly shop
- Remain updated on current building code requirements
- Troubleshoot issues with all types of windows, doors and hardware
- Move, relocate, and assemble office furniture
- Identify malfunctioning equipment and machinery as needed and discuss with supervisors or other team members to diagnose problems and decide on appropriate steps for repairs
- Perform general preventive maintenance on HVAC equipment
- Perform maintenance team tasks as directed including set-up and prepare tables, chairs, stages, and podiums for events on campus
- Perform ice and snow removal as directed
- Be part of the emergency on call team
Minimum Job Requirements & Skills Required:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Current Construction Supervisor license preferred
- 5+ years of experience in working in all aspects of carpentry methods, tools, and materials
- Understanding of construction means and methods
- Experience working with trade partners (plumbing, electrical, HVAC, carpentry, countertops, drywall tile and flooring)
- Carpentry and general construction trades skills
- Basic computer skills in MS Office and Google applications
- Effective and creative use of problem-solving skills
- Effective time management skills and ability to prioritize
- Exceptional customer relations skills
- Internal and external customer service focus
- Ability to communicate and work in a productive team environment
- Must be self-motivated
- Must pass a criminal background check
- Valid driver’s license required
Physical Demands:
The employee must be able to sit, stand, walk, climb stairs and ladders, crawl, stoop, bend, squat, pull, and use both hands-on repetitive tasks - including overhead tasks. They must also be able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds.
To Apply:
Interested applicants should submit a cover letter and resume to jobs@stmarksschool.org Attn: Human Resources, St. Mark's School, 25 Marlboro Road, Southborough, MA 01772 No phone calls please.
About St. Mark’s School
St. Mark's School is a coed boarding high school with approximately 375 students located 22 miles west of Boston and 12 miles east of Worcester. St. Mark's School educates young people for lives of leadership and service. Founded in 1865 as an intentionally small residential community, the school challenges its students to develop their analytic and creative capabilities by both inspiring their academic and spiritual curiosity and kindling their passion for discovery. We value cooperation over self-interest, and we encourage all members of our community to explore their place in the larger world beyond our campus.
St. Mark's School provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability or genetics, and any other characteristic or status protected by law.
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