Journeyman Carpenter en Kalispel Tribe of Indians

Hiring Preference: The Kalispel Tribe of Indians is an Equal opportunity employer. Consistent with federal law, the Kalispel Tribe of Indians applies Indian preference in employment. It is the policy of the Kalispel Tribe of Indians to give preference in hiring, promotions, and transfers into vacant positions to qualified applicants in the following order: 1) Kalispel Tribal Members; 2) Descendant or Spouse of an enrolled Kalispel Tribal Member; 3) enrolled members of other Indian Tribes; 4) all other applicants. At-Will Employment: Employment with the Kalispel Tribe of Indians is at-will and can be terminated with or without cause, and with or without notice, at any time, either at the option of the employee or the Kalispel Tribe of Indians. Drug Testing: The Kalispel Tribe of Indians is a drug free workplace. All applicants are subject to drug testing at the time of hire and at unannounced times during employment. Background Investigation: All candidates and employees may be subject to a background investigation. 

Summary of functions:

Constructs and/or repairs Tribal facilities, homes and structures from bare ground through completion.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• For large structures and from prepared drawings, plans, manages, and leads the construction of Tribal facilities.
• For small structures, prepares or facilitates design and siting.  Performs construction from bare ground through completion.
• Ensures safety precautions and practices are observed at job site.
• Performs all construction in accordance with accepted codes and standards.
• Develops record drawings for constructed, repaired or renovated facilities, houses or items.
• Constructs items consistent with plans, specifications, drawings or oral descriptions provided by others.
• Assists scheduling and coordinating construction activities and crafts.
• Assists identifying, scheduling, and coordinating the procurement and delivery of materials and supplies.
• Constructs, repairs and/or installs concrete footings, building framework, sheathing, roofing, floors, ceiling, counters, cabinets, benches, partitions, doors, finish work, and similar items.
• Installs related items such as windows, tile, vents, sheathing, blinds, locks and similar items.
• Provides for the ongoing maintenance of Tribal facilities and homes.  Tasks include but are not limited to renovation, weatherization, painting, staining, cleaning, caulking, glazing and similar tasks.
• Ensures that Tribal elders and low income households are assisted with home maintenance and minor housing (structure) related emergencies.
• Monitors customer satisfaction of Tribal members and the Reservation facilities staff when accomplishing maintenance tasks.
• Maintains an inventory of tools, equipment and supplies.
• Assists with other construction tasks such as plumbing, electrical, masonry and mechanical.

Additional Functions:

• May operate snow plow equipment clearing Tribal roads and access to Tribal facilities and homes.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Supervision:

• The incumbent directly manages 1-4 Carpenters and Laborers as assigned and carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws.  Responsibilities include interviewing and training of employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; and addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of five years of experience at the journeyman carpenter level is required. The experience must demonstrate proficiency in independently constructing a small commercial buildings and/or residential units from bare ground through completion with little or no supervision.
• Experience must demonstrate high proficiency in finish carpentry that includes but is not limited to cabinet, counter, and trim fabrication and installation; sheetrock installation, finish, and texturing; wood preparation and finishing; and similar tasks.
• Successful completion of at least one year in formal carpenter apprenticeship or training program. Demonstrated experience as a journeyman carpenter may substitute for the training.
• Demonstrated job site project management and supervisory experience in the construction of commercial buildings and/or residences.
• Demonstrated ability to initiate and implement assigned construction or maintenance projects and to work independently with little supervision.
• Ability to read, understand and work from plans, drawings, blueprints, specifications, building codes and similar directions.
• Assists with the development of  basic plans, drawings and specifications adequate for the construction of specific projects.
• Must be proficient in the use of a wide range of hand and power tools including saws, hammers, drills, sanders, squares, levels, transits, etc.
• Must be proficient in the use of a wide range of fasteners including nails, staples, bolts, rivets, screws, etc.
• Must be proficient in sizing, installing and finishing a wide range of building materials including dimensional lumber, rough lumber, trusses, plywood, OSB, tile, grout, caulk, paint, carpet, insulation, drywall, etc.

Certificates, Licenses, Other Requirements:

• Must qualify for a Level III Tribal Work permit, including successfully passing drug testing and a background investigation.
• Motor vehicle operator’s license and insurance, and insurability under the Tribal vehicle insurance program.
• High school diploma or equivalent is required.

Work Environment:

• This position will require approximately 80% of the time in construction environments and 20% of the time in an office environment reviewing and developing plans and specification. Portions of job require extended periods of heavy lifting and overhead work
• This position requires the ability to bend, stoop, lift, carry and move items weighing up to 80 pounds.
• This position requires moderate levels of local and out of area travel.
• This position requires the ability to safely operate motor vehicles, power tools and equipment.

Disclaimer: Certain Licenses and Certification requirements can be obtained once hired.