Performs coordinating services related to the inspection, planning, control and performance of carpentry maintenance and construction activities. Maintains shop and equipment, and performs the duties of a Maintenance Carpenter.

MAJOR DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Coordinates the work of carpentry shop Maintenance Carpenters and assigned utility staff.

• Coordinates the work of the Project Carpenter on renovation projects.

• Arranges the work of contractors performing maintenance and renovation projects.

• Investigates customer requests and complaints, determines and processes follow-up on action.

• Acts on TRU’s behalf as on-site supervisor and quality control for large internal renovation projects.

• Acts as TRU on-site representative / liaison for communication and direction with external consultants for large renovation projects.

• Plans and schedules preventative maintenance work on buildings and equipment.

• Maintains and processes documentation to control assigned work orders, budgets, accounts, contracts and projects.

• Inspects buildings and compiles building maintenance and condition reports.

• Prepares scope of work, cost estimates and schedules for assigned maintenance and renovation projects.

• Maintains carpentry shop and equipment.

• Provides detailed schedule updates to TRU management & project manager

• Performs duties of Maintenance Carpenter

REPORTS TO
Manager, Facilities Services

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION:

• Grade 12 or GED Equivalency

• Certificate of Qualification (Carpenter or Cabinetmaker) with Inter-Provincial Red Seal Endorsement

EXPERIENCE:

• Five years’ experience as a Maintenance Carpenter including a minimum of two years in an institutional environment plus one year in a coordinating capacity

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE OR ABILITIES RELATED TO THE JOB

• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing

• Ability to deal with others effectively

• Ability to coordinate the work of others, including external contractors

• Ability to interpret blueprints/drawings and prepare project plans and sketches

• Working knowledge of applicable building codes

• Thorough knowledge of carpentry techniques, tools, materials, quality control and safety requirements

• Ability to estimate costs of materials and labour

• Ability to adhere to project schedules and costs

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Minor conditions of continuous exposure OR major conditions of regular exposure; dust, heat and cold, noise and vibration, poor ventilation and restrictive workspace
• Outdoor conditions
• Heights, workplace hazards
• Travel required