Erects metal stud partitions; hangs suspended ceilings; hangs sheetrock and other wall coverings; frames windows and doorways; prefits and hangs doors; erects landscape modular partitions; and fabricates and hangs cabinets.
May erect small wooden structures not exceeding 20′ × 24′ in dimension, including roofs.
Maintains structures and structural features, tightening nuts, bolts, screws and other fastening devices; replacing nails and staples; resecuring wall coverings, shelving units and/or supports, cabinets and other components; and otherwise repairing existing units.
May remove and/or replace damaged, deteriorated structural features including doors, door frames and window frames; air conditioning cases; wall covering and ceiling tile; interior and exterior trims; and other materials and features.
Erects, installs, repairs, replaces, and maintains structures and structural features from ground/floor level to a height of four feet (4') without the use of scaffolding and above four feet with the use of scaffolding and/or ladders.
Provides information required to update drawings to accurately reflect current status and, as assigned, may assist in the technical training of an apprentice.
Determines inventory requirements for supplies, construction materials and replacement parts, and notifies supervisory personnel when (re)ordering is necessary.
Operates a motor vehicle to transport tools, supplies and materials to work sites.
Organizes assigned work so as to minimize materials and manhours required for proper completion of work, and instructs others in the operation of and preventive maintenance for all related tools and equipment.
Maintains the work area, all tools, all equipment, all supplies and any assigned vehicle(s) in a neat, clean and orderly condition and performs all work in accordance with established safety practices.
Performs additional duties as requested by supervisory personnel.
Short Job Description:
High school diploma or equivalent from an accredited institution.
Read and comprehend written instructions and safety regulations regarding the performance of job duties.
Sufficient writing and mathematical skills to prepare estimates and supply requisitions.
Ability to familiarize themselves with electronic communication devices for work orders and other communications.
Interpret complex blueprints, diagrams, written specifications and operating instructions.
Completion of a registered apprenticeship program, or an established, certified training program recognized by the University and/or written verification of a minimum of five (5) years experience at the journeyperson level in the trade.
Possession of a valid Michigan driver's license.
Ability to perform the essential functions of the job and use the tools of the trade.
Ability to complete a physical examination administered by the employer's designated physician.
One of the top-100 public universities in the United States, Western Michigan University is committed to being learner centered, discovery driven and globally engaged. Founded in 1903, what was once Western Michigan College became Michigan's fourth public university in 1957. Since then, WMU has undergone dramatic growth in size and stature. Today, the University offers more than 240 academic programs to students pursuing degrees through the doctoral level. More than 20 percent of its 25,000 students are enrolled in graduate course work, studying in disciplines ranging from atomic physics and graph theory to medieval literature and blind rehabilitation. Of 101 graduate offerings available, 30 lead to a doctoral degree.