Journeyman Carpenter

Job Title: Journeyman Carpenter
Location: Vienna, VA
Type: Contract
Work Model: Onsite Monday - Friday

Candidates must be able to pass both a credit and criminal background check.

The Journeyman Carpenter will perform hands-on commercial building maintenance, construction, installation, alterations, and repairs onsite in Vienna, VA. This role also has a project management and team leadership component, overseeing maintenance projects, coordinating contractors, reviewing blueprints, inspecting completed work, and ensuring compliance with building codes and safety regulations.

We are looking for a hands-on commercial carpenter with 5–10 years of journeyman experience who can do the actual carpentry work while also managing building maintenance projects, coordinating contractors, and overseeing quality, safety, and code compliance. This is more than a standard carpenter position; it combines skilled trades work with facilities project coordination and team leadership.

Responsibilities

• Analyze, determine, and complete building maintenance requirements including construction, alteration, installation, and repairs of buildings, equipment, and furnishings
• Construct cabinets, shelves, and other specialty items
• Perform preventive maintenance on the building and its furnishings
• Manage the Equipment Maintenance Program by developing and maintaining a preventative maintenance checklist, instructing staff, and monitoring compliance
• Train employees on equipment operation and serve as team lead if designated
• Research, document, communicate, and ensure compliance with local, state, and federal building maintenance regulations
• Serve as project manager for building maintenance projects, coordinate and direct work of assistants and contractors
• Conduct job analysis to determine project scope, requirements, and resources
• Select contractors through a competitive bidding process, analyze costs and quality, and recommend the most qualified candidates
• Ensure scheduled project completion by coordinating with customers, contractors, and staff
• Review technical documentation and blueprints from architects, engineers, and contractors
• Inspect work for quality and compliance with contract specifications
• Provide technical guidance to staff in trades such as electrical, maintenance, and plumbing
• Complete service orders and notify customers upon completion
• Assemble, disassemble, and repair furnishings and partitions according to manufacturer instructions
• Inspect building systems (roof, flooring, finishes, architectural elements), diagnose issues, and recommend solutions
• Make safety and code compliance recommendations to the Service Supervisor
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Requirements

• 5-10 years of experience in building maintenance or relevant field
• Must possess a valid driver's license
• Thorough knowledge of local, state, and national building codes
• Knowledge of tools, mathematics, safety regulations, materials, and standards related to carpentry
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively to gain cooperation from others
• Ability to lift, move, and set up tools, equipment, and furniture weighing over 50 lbs
• Desired: Extensive commercial electrical maintenance experience
• Successful completion of the Apprenticeship Program for carpenters or equivalent formal training
• Proven experience demonstrating thorough knowledge and performance at the journeyman level
• Effective interpersonal and verbal communication skills
• Desired: High school diploma or equivalent

System One, and its subsidiaries including Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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