Job Details

Agency
Dept of Natural and Cultural Resources

Division
Historic Sites

Job Classification Title
Carpenter II (S)

Position Number
65026610

Grade
NC08

About Us

The North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources (DNCR) takes care of the things that people love about North Carolina. DNCR manages over 100 locations across the state, including 27 historic sites, seven history museums, two art museums, five science museums, four aquariums, 35 state parks, four recreation areas, dozens of state trails and natural areas, the North Carolina Zoo, the State Library, the State Archives, the N.C. Arts Council, the African American Heritage Commission, the American Indian Heritage Commission, the State Historic Preservation Office, the Office of State Archaeology, the Highway Historical Markers program, the N.C. Land and Water Fund, and the Natural Heritage Program. The Department's vision is to be the leader in using the state's natural and cultural resources to build the social, cultural, educational, and economic future of North Carolina. Everyone is welcome. For more information, please visit www.dncr.nc.gov. We encourage you to apply to become a part of our team!

Description of Work
This position functions primarily as a member of a crew and is responsible for accomplishing highly skilled carpentry work in repair, maintenance, and restoration of new and historic structures. This position serves in the Craft Services Unit and reports to the Maintenance/Construction Supervisor II. Employees in this unit are required to achieve and maintain a higher-than-normal level of expertise, particularly when addressing carpentry issues concerning historic structure maintenance or repair. This position requires overnight travel.

Key Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Work in this class involves the performance of carpentry work in the construction, maintenance, alteration, and repair of buildings, or in fabricating and repairing a variety of wooden articles and equipment. Work assignments are received from the foreman or other supervisor and are usually accompanied by sketches, specifications, or oral instructions; however, an employee in this class is required to perform work in accordance with established trade practices. New or unusual work assignments are accompanied by detailed drawings or oral instructions, and any irregular or difficult work problems are resolved through discussion with the foreman. Work is reviewed by a superior through inspection of completed work for quality and compliance with work orders.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Recruitment Range: $39,244.00 - $51,316.00

To receive credit for your work history and credentials, you must provide the information on the application form. Any information omitted from the application form, listed as general statements, listed under the text resume section, or on an attachment will not be considered for qualifying credit.

Candidates meet the minimum qualifications of this position if they meet the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement. Vacancy specific knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) and/or management preferences are not required. Applicants who possess the following are preferred:

• Working knowledge of the methods, practices, tools, and materials associated with the construction trades and experience and abilities necessary to independently perform at the sub-journey level or greater.
• Demonstrated experience in carpentry or directly related at least two of the following: timber framing, historic structure restoration or architectural repairs, millwork replication, modern construction techniques, structural framing, cabinetry, exhibit fabrication, structural carpentry repairs, concrete form construction, roofing repairs and/or deck construction.
• Demonstrated knowledge of building codes and/or ability to read blueprints and/or diagrams.
• Demonstrated experience supervising and/or assisting with organizing and prioritizing the work of crew members to manage multiple tasks and/or projects.

Position/Physical Requirements

• Must have a valid driver's license issued from within the United States or be able to obtain one within 90 days of employment.
• Must be available to work the schedule of Monday - Thursday 7am - 5:30pm.
• Must be able and comfortable working at heights, such as from scaffolding, ladders, aerial personnel lifts, and roofs.
• Must be able to work in confined spaces such as attics and crawl spaces while wearing a respirator.
• Must be able to lift up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
• Must be available for regular overnight travel.

Please note: Job postings close at 11:59:59 p.m. the night before the listed Posting End Date above.

***SIGN-ON BONUS BEING OFFERED***

A sign-on bonus of $1000 is being offered for eligible candidates. See eligibility at
*Payout contingent on funding availability

This position is statewide; however, the office location will be based

at:

Reed Gold Mine/Cabarrus County

9621 Reed Mine Road

Midland, NC 28107

Minimum Education and Experience

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an "equivalent combination of education and experience." If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.

High school or General Educational Development diploma

AND

and two years of experience in the construction or remodeling of wooden structures or in furniture repair or construction;

OR

an equivalent combination of education and experience

Section/Unit Description

The Craft Services Unit is responsible for the Division's Construction / Repair / Maintenance program for both equipment and facilities. All work within the Craft Services Unit is headed by the Division's Facility Construction Engineer who is under the direct supervision of the Division Director (Assistant Director of State Archives and History). Craft Services crew members typically work a four-day week, Monday - Thursday from 7:00AM - 5:30PM but are on call for emergencies or project call-backs that may occur outside of that schedule. Because of the geographic dispersion of our sites across the State and the nature of many projects, overnight travel is often required with some projects lasting for weeks or even months. Regular work travel is typically Monday through Thursday of a given week and may occur as much as three consecutive weeks throughout a month with the fourth week being local and a return to travel following that same pattern for the duration of a project.

Division Description

The Division of State Historic Sites was established to coordinate administration of the Department of Cultural Resources' State Historic Sites Program, which includes 27 historic sites across North Carolina and Division offices located in Raleigh.

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Supplemental and Contact Information

The Department of Natural and Cultural Resources (DNCR) selects applicants for employment based on required education and experience and job-related knowledge, skills, and abilities without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age (40 or older), disability, National Guard or veteran status, genetic information, political affiliation, or political influence.

We are an Employment First state, ensuring that people with disabilities have equal opportunities to succeed in the state government workplace. DNCR supports pay equity for women, establish paid parental leave for birth, adoption, and foster care, and implement fair chance policies. Join a team that welcomes, values, respects and supports all members of our work community.

Application Process

Be sure to complete the application in its entirety. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing this application.

• Information should be provided in the appropriate areas, to include the following: Education, including high school and all degrees obtained, Work Experience, and Certificates & Licenses. It is critical to our screening and salary determination process that applications contain comprehensive candidate information.

• Answers to Supplemental Questions are not a substitute for providing all relevant information within the body of your application. To receive credit for the supplemental questions, you must provide supporting information within the "Work Experience" section of the application, to support your answers.

• Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application. The hiring process may take several weeks.

• Be sure to complete the application in full. Applicants are unable to submit more than one application to an individual posting. Only one application received prior to the closing date will be accepted. Applications must be submitted by 11:59:59 PM on the night prior to the closing date

Degree/College Credit Verification

Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions. Transcripts, and degree evaluations may be uploaded with your application. If you have student loans, becoming a state employee includes eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Visit www.studentaid.gov to learn more.

Veteran's and National Guard Preference

Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD Form 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, along with the state application.

Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach an NGB 23A (RPAS), along with the state application if they are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing.

Applicants who are former member of either the NC Army National Guard or the NC Air National Guard, with honorable discharge and six years of creditable service must attach a copy of the DD 256 or NGB 22, along with the state application.

ADA Accommodations

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA), DNCR is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, DNCR will ensure that persons with disabilities, or known limitations covered by the PWFA, are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact the person indicated below.

Employment Eligibility

It is the policy of the State of North Carolina and DNCR that all employees provide proof of employment eligibility (immigration and naturalization) on the first day of employment. We participate in E-Verify (Employment Eligibility Verification System).

Sign On Bonus Eligibility

To be eligible for a sign-on bonus, the candidate must not have worked as a probationary, permanent, or time-limited employee in the last 12 months as an employee in North Carolina state government, including without limitation the judicial system, state executive branch agencies, and the university system, subject to the State Human Resources Act. Employee eligible for a sign-on must work at least 20 hours per week.

All Sign-on Bonuses are contingent upon budget and final eligibility determination as of the effective date of hire. Additional information regarding the Sign-on Policy can be found here.

CONTACT INFORMATION:

N.C. Department of Natural and Cultural Resources

Division of Human Resources

109 E. Jones Street, Raleigh, NC 27601

Phone: 919-###-####

EEO Statement

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.

Recruiter:
Mary McClintock

Email:

...@dncr.nc.gov