The Charter County of Wayne is Michigan's largest county. We are home to 34 cities and nine townships. From Rockwood to Livonia, from Sumpter Township to the Grosse Pointes, each community in Wayne County offers residents and businesses a unique blend of opportunity to live, work, play and raise families. Headquartered in Detroit, our largest city and the automotive capital of the world, Wayne County offers a diversified economy and high standards for our residents' quality of life. Our history is rich and we take pride in being one of the most diverse communities that values culture, arts, and world-class amenities. Wayne County provides leadership that ensures the County operates efficiently, effectively, and responsibly. We provide transparently while building a stronger County inclusive of collaborations, innovation, and a clear focus on serving our residents.

DESCRIPTION OF MAJOR JOB DUTIES

The Carpenter will construct, erect, install, or repair structures and fixtures made of wood, such as concrete forms; building frameworks, including partitions, joists, studding, and rafters; and wood stairways, window and door frames, and hardwood floors. May also install cabinets, siding, drywall and batt or roll insulation. Includes brattice builders who build doors or brattices (ventilation walls or partitions) in underground passageways.

Required Tasks

• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics & diagrams.
• Work independently with little supervision & perform other duties as assigned.
• Operate Power Saws, planes, drills, router, etc.
• Repair/Replace lock and electric door operators.
• Repair/Replace entrance doors, windows and overhead doors.
• Maintain and repair roofs and siding.
• Remodel offices and other work areas.
• Repair office furniture and fabricate furniture.
• Construction storage building and booths.
• Fabricate doors, windows, cabinets, work benches, etc.
• Fabricate special concrete forms.

Educational Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Apprenticeship
• Licensing and/or Certifications: A valid carpenter's journeyman license