Supervisor Carpenter

if you are hired provisionally in the supervisor carpenter title, you must take and pass the civil service exam when it becomes available to be eligible for continued employment.

the new york city department of homeless services (dhs) is the largest organization in the united states dedicated to preventing and addressing homelessness. In partnership with other city agencies and nonprofit organizations, dhs works to prevent homelessness before it begins, reduces street homelessness, provide temporary shelter, and connect individuals and families to stable housing with a focus on accountability, empathy, and equity.

dhs is committed to continuous improvement and employs innovative strategies to deliver high-quality services that support a swift transition from shelter to self-sufficiency. The agency manages hundreds of facilities and operates with a large team as well as a several billion-dollar budget to meet the diverse needs of new yorkers experiencing homelessness.

the facilities and logistics division (f&l) is responsible for providing both direct and indirect maintenance and repair services to city owned and operated facilities using in-house skilled trade-workers, maintenance contracts and purchasing operation. F&l is responsible for monitoring dhs shelters as it relates to the maintenance of building systems. The f&l guides shelter staff on ways to improve facility conditions, and the goal of this unit is to ensure funds are being spent on preventive and general maintenance to avoid premature failure of building systems.

• supervise the work of carpenters and other assigned personnel in the installation and repair work involving rough, finish and general carpentry; installation, repair, replacement of flooring, doors, building hardware, trim, window frames, sashes, partitions, drop ceilings, metal framing of wall and other related building components.
• make decisions related to work procedures; prepare work schedules and make work assignments.
• conduct field inspections in connection with carpentry installations and components of systems relative to work progress or need for alterations, maintenance, and repairs.
• prepare job orders and tool and material requisitions.
• supervise the complete operation of the department shop; consult with staff personnel, contractors, inspectors, and manufacturers' representatives in connection with department work.
• prepare reports and keep records.
• supervise and oversee carpentry work within homeless shelters and other related facilities.
• ensure all projects meet nyc dob, doh, and fdny safety standards and regulations.
• coordinate with other trades and departments to ensure project completion.
• review and interpret blueprints, sketches, and diagrams to plan construction projects.
• manage a team of carpenters, assigning tasks and monitoring progress.
• conduct inspections to ensure quality control and adherence to specifications.
• address and resolve any construction issues promptly.
• maintain inventory of carpentry tools and materials.
• prepare and maintain records of work performed and supplies.

proposed salary range for this position: $436.59 (daily).

hours/schedule: monday – friday 8am – 3:30pm.

• seven (7) years of recent, satisfactory, full time, paid experience as a carpenter, at least two (2) years of which must have been spent in duties of a supervisory nature; or satisfactory equivalent.

• minimum of 5 years of carpentry experience, with at least 2 years in a supervisory role. Proven experience in carpentry within commercial living dwellings. Extensive knowledge of nyc dob, doh, and fdny regulations. Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage and motivate a team. Excellent problem-solving abilities and attention to detail. Effective communication and interpersonal skills. Proficiency in reading blueprints and technical drawings.
  
  Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, if necessary. Familiarity with the specific needs and challenges of working in homeless services facilities. Experience in a government or public service environment.

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