Carpenter (Entry Level) $21.50 / HR

Participate in the repair and maintenance of park rides and facilities using standard carpentry and construction methods.

Essential Job Duties :

Work as part of assigned crew performing rough and finish carpentry work as well as other facility repairs

Perform daily, weekly, monthly inspections, and routine preventative maintenance on the Joker roller coaster

Interpret and follow work orders and / or verbal instructions in order to complete assignments

Troubleshoot repairs and construction problems to determine best work method

Make a variety of repairs to buildings, roofs, fences, gates, walls, flooring, doors, stairs, carpet, fixtures, etc.

Build various items as assigned : shelves, framing, enclosures, fences, ramps, stairs, storage units, cabinets, etc.

Perform take offs for various projects

Adhere to all departmental and company safety policies; wear appropriate safety equipment as required

Communicate daily to department management the progress of assigned tasks

Assist in other Maintenance and Construction Trades as needed

Other duties as required

Minimum Qualifications :

Should possess a thorough operational understanding of carpentry procedures and methods as well as a working knowledge of building codes

Must possess a working knowledge of the safe use of hand and power tools and large power equipment including table saw, drill press, band saw, etc.

Must be able to read, write and understand English

Must possess a CA valid driver's license

Must be able to follow oral and written instructions

Must be able to read blueprints and interpret rough layouts or sketches, Must possess basic math skills

Must be able to work both indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions, able to work varied schedules to include weekends, holidays, and overtime as required by the operational needs of the Park

Must possess the mental and physical capacities necessary to safely perform the job duties; must be able to stand, walk, climb stairs and ladders, bend, kneel, squat, twist, push and pull and lift and carry a minimum of 50 lbs.; must be able to reach overhead

Must be able to safely perform work functions at heights in excess of 100'