Job Description:
Position Purpose
Facilities Management is an exceptionally talented team built from a diverse group of individuals who are passionate about providing the highest levels of quality craftsmanship, customer service, and teamwork through sustainable practices and who take pride in supporting the mission of the University and Facilities Management “We Care” principle values.
Performs journeyman level structural trades work related to general building and equipment maintenance, including carpentry, masonry, tiling, painting, and glazing. Incumbent to receive general directions and instructions from supervisor and must exercise independent and sound judgment to prioritize and complete work.
This position is considered essential, on-site. Personnel may be required to respond to campus emergencies both during and off shift.
Job Qualifications and Competencies:
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High School Diploma/GED
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4 years work experience in the Structural Trades
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Must possess a valid motor vehicle operator's license
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Must maintain licenses as a condition of employment
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Must possess a thorough knowledge of the structural trades and techniques, and the ability to apply the same skillfully.
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Must possess own hand tools and be knowledgeable in the care and use of tools and woodworking machinery.
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Must be able to read and interpret service orders and instructions.
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Ability to meet and effectively deal with others in the University community.
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Must be able to understand and follow standard procedures, and read blueprints.
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Must be physically able to lift and carry 50 pounds unassisted and possess the physical strength to perform strenuous work both indoors and outside.
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Must have the physical ability to walk throughout the campus and to climb stairs throughout the duration of the shift.
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Ability to climb and work from ladders, lifts, scaffolding, and staging heights up to 100 feet.
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Objective bench test and/or field test will be required
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May be required to have the ability to work in areas needing a respirator
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Willingness and ability to support a diverse and inclusive environment
All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background check and pre-employment screenings.
Benefits of Working at Brown:
Information on the Benefits of Working at Brown can be found here.
Recruiting Start Date:
2024-08-21
Job Posting Title:
Structural Trades Specialist
Department:
Facilities Management and Campus Operations
Grade:
Facilities Union Rates
Worker Type:
Employee
Worker Sub-Type:
Regular
Time Type:
Full time
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40
Position Work Location:
Onsite
Submission Guidelines:
Please note that in order to be considered an applicant for any staff position at Brown University you must submit an application form for each position for which you believe you are qualified. Applications are not kept on file for future positions. Please include a cover letter and resume with each position application.
Still Have Questions?
If you have any questions you may contact [email protected].
EEO Statement:
Brown University is an E-Verify Employer.
As an EEO/AA employer, Brown University provides equal opportunity and prohibits discrimination, harassment and retaliation based upon a person’s race, color, religion, sex, age, national or ethnic origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law, and caste, which is protected by our University policies.
What We Do
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With its talented and motivated student body and accomplished faculty, Brown is a leading research university that maintains a particular commitment to exceptional undergraduate instruction. Brown’s vibrant, diverse community consists of about 6,200 undergraduates, 2,000 graduate students, 490 medical school students, more than 5,000 summer, visiting, and online students, and over 700 faculty members.
Brown students come from all 50 states and more than 115 countries. Undergraduates pursue bachelor’s degrees in more than 70 concentrations, ranging from Egyptology to cognitive neuroscience. Anything’s possible at Brown—the university’s commitment to undergraduate freedom means students must take responsibility as architects of their courses of study.
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