Carpenter, Finish at Amentum

, , Iraq -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

08 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

08 Dec, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Carpentry, Blueprint Reading, Cabinetry, Construction, Remodeling, Repair, Safety Compliance, Time Management, Organizational Skills, Cross-Cultural Sensitivity, Communication Skills, Teamwork, Problem Solving, Equipment Maintenance, Quality Assurance, Emergency Response

Industry

Defense and Space Manufacturing

Description

The Carpenter (Finish) will be based at one of the three Amentum sites in Iraq and serve the Operations and Maintenance Support Services (OMSS) contract in support of the U.S. Department of Defense. This position will be responsible for the full range of rough and finished skilled carpentry work, including cabinetry. The Carpenter (Finish) will work from blueprints, specifications, drawings, and instructions to design, build, remodel, retrofit, maintain, and repair various types of facilities and structures. This position will report to the Carpentry Supervisor. The duties and responsibilities listed below are representative of the nature and level of work assigned and are not necessarily all inclusive. DUTIES: Responsible for maintaining a safe workplace and ensuring that safety is the highest priority in the workplace. Comply with all Environmental Health & Safety and Quality Assurance requirements and goals. Provide information and materials to these divisions as necessary to ensure adequate and legal documentation. Design, construct, remodel, retrofit, and repair interior and exterior structures made of wood, drywall, plaster, concrete, or brick. Design, construct, retrofit, and repair cabinets, tables, shelves, benches, partitions, flooring, door and window frames, and other types of furniture. May install and repair modular furniture. Secure furniture for earthquake preparation. Inspect completed work for conformance with specifications, requirements, and compliance with applicable building and safety codes and regulations. Inspect related work by subcontractors. Estimate cost, time, and materials for carpentry projects. Participate in the maintenance and operation of the carpentry shop. Clean, maintain, adjust, calibrate, and service equipment used in the performance of duties. Monitor work done by outside contractors for adherence to state and federal Code Requirements and report back to supervisor. Install, repair, and maintain building roofs. Assist in the writing of specifications for repairs and new construction. Maintain appropriate service and repair records. Research, purchase, and inventory equipment parts, chemicals, and supplies. Respond to routine and emergency calls for repairs and service. May train and direct the work of other classified staff in the area. Perform additional duties and projects as assigned. REQUIRED: Minimum Acceptable Experience Level: Three (3) years’ experience as a Journeyman Carpenter or equivalent carpentry experiences. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Read and interpret blueprints. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment that requires handling multiple tasks at a given time and rapidly adapting to changing priorities and schedules. Excellent organizational and time management skills. Knowledge of principles and processes involved in supporting carpentry functions at an overseas facility. Cross-cultural sensitivity with an international perspective. Computer skills, specifically in Microsoft Word and Excel. Ability to become an active and functioning member of a team. Ability to be innovative and be an agent for change. Expert communication skills to facilitate and disseminate information. Education: A high school diploma or GED and a Carpenter Vocational Diploma or completed an Apprentice program with a Journeyman Certificate or equivalent experience working as a finish carpenter. Passport, Licenses and Certifications: As part of pre-contingency requirements, by the time the visa process starts, candidates must possess a valid passport of home country with a minimum of 18 months remaining to expiration date with 8 blank pages. Valid drivers’ license from Home of Record. Journeyman Certificate Security Vetting: Must be able to obtain and maintain facility credentials/authorization. Note: US Citizenship is required for facility credentials/authorization at this work location. Language Skills: Satisfactory English proficiency to meet job requirements and to adhere and comply with safety, health, and security measures. Medical: Successfully complete and pass the medical and dental examinations as required by Amentum and our customer for deployment to Iraq. Must maintain physical and dental requirements for duration of deployment. DESIRED: Previous related overseas experience is highly desirable. Previous work experience in harsh environmental conditions is a plus. Experience working with Amentum. OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES Safety - Amentum enforces a safety culture whereby all employees have the responsibility for continuously developing and maintaining a safe work environment. As appropriate, each employee is responsible for completing all training requirements and fulfilling all self-aid/buddy aid responsibilities, participating in emergency response tasks, and serving on safety committees and teams. Quality - Quality is the foundation for the management of our business and the keystone to our goal of customer satisfaction. It is our policy to consistently provide services that meet customer expectations. Accordingly, each employee must conform to the Amentum Quality Policy and carry out job activities in compliance with applicable Amentum Quality System documents and customer contracts. Each employee must read and understand his/her Quality Management and Customer Satisfaction responsibilities. Procedure Compliance - Each employee must read, understand, and implement the general and specific operational, safety, quality and environmental requirements of all plans, procedures and policies pertaining to job. WORKING AND LIVING CONDITIONS: This position may be located in a war zone, in an environment with harsh and dangerous working and living conditions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may regularly be exposed to extreme and austere desert-like environment. Temperatures can reach 120- 130 degrees Fahrenheit/50-55 degrees Celsius during the summer months. Employees must be willing and able to perform regular job requirements in this austere, extreme environment, as well as willing and able to deploy to Iraq for extended periods. Work schedules are a minimum of 6 days per week and 10 hours per day, while some jobs have higher daily and weekly minimums. Employees must be willing and able to perform physical activities including, but not limited to, heavy lifting and moving of items, parts, assemblies, and equipment up to the safety regulation maximum; climbing in and out of equipment; crawling; and working outdoors. This includes being able to lift and carry 40 pounds of personal protective equipment for extended periods of time and being capable of running and ‘duck & cover’ during emergencies without putting oneself or others at risk. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Amentum is a drug-free workplace. Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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Responsibilities

The Carpenter (Finish) will perform a full range of rough and finished skilled carpentry work, including cabinetry, and will be responsible for designing, building, remodeling, and repairing various facilities and structures. The role also includes ensuring safety compliance and inspecting completed work for adherence to specifications and codes.