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Salary : $73,985.60 - $91,332.80 Annually
Location : City of Santa Monica, CA
Job Type: Full-Time Regular
Job Number: 263006-01
Department: Public Works
Division: Facilities Maintenance
Opening Date: 08/31/2026
Closing Date: 9/18/2026 5:30 PM Pacific
Job Summary
Performs a variety of rough and finish carpentry in the construction, remodeling, repair and maintenance of city buildings and facilities.
Works under the general supervision of the Carpenter Crew Leader, arranging and performing routine assignments alone. Detailed instructions are received and work in progress is reviewed occasionally to frequently. May train and provide technical advice to Trades Interns, as assigned.
Representative Duties
Performs a variety of interior and exterior rough and finish carpentry to demolish, remodel, construct, repair and maintain buildings and structures.
Frames walls and door openings.
Installs drywall, tapes and mud walls. Patches stucco.
Installs wall and ceiling insulation materials. Installs drop ceilings. May assist with the installation of air conditioners and air duct systems.
Removes existing and installs various roofing materials. Repairs leaks and other damage.
Builds and installs wall and floor cabinets and counters. Installs and repairs plastic laminated tops.
Installs, replaces and repairs floor tiles. May install ceramic tile and carpet.
Installs windows. Hangs doors. Installs baseboards. Applies other finish carpentry techniques.
Installs, repairs and lubricates locks.
Secures condemned buildings by fencing and boarding up windows and doors.
Performs other building maintenance and preventative duties, as assigned.
Follows applicable safety rules and regulations.
Prepares materials lists.
Completes work orders and daily time logs.
Requests additional materials, as assigned.
Performs other related duties, as assigned.
Requirements
Knowledge, Abilities and Skills:
Knowledge of:
Various skilled rough and finish carpentry techniques.
Uniform Building Code.
Basic electrical and plumbing procedures.
Basic mathematics.
Safe work practices and procedures.
Principles of customer service.
Effective customer service techniques.
Ability to:
Train employees.
Perform journey-level rough and finish carpentry work.
Read and interpret blueprints, plans and drawings.
Operate power and hand carpentry tools and equipment.
Estimate needed materials, supplies, tools and equipment, as required.
Lift, carry and move large and heavy building materials.
Construct cabinets, hang doors and install drywall.
Take accurate measurements.
Lay out plans for framing, cabinet making, and other projects.
Perform tasks requiring manual dexterity.
Provide effective customer service.
Establish and maintain effective and cooperative working relationships with City employees and the general public.
Skill in:
Reading, writing and communicating in English at an appropriate level.
Dealing effectively with a variety of individuals.
Performing mathematical calculations at an appropriate level.
Education, Training and Experience:
Graduation from high school or the equivalent. Completion of an apprenticeship training program to obtain journey-level carpenter status is desirable.
Two years of recent, paid, work experience performing journey-level rough and finish carpentry work.
Licenses and Certificates:
Possession of a valid Class C driver license.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Work is regularly performed indoors and outside in climatic weather conditions. Moving objects, noise, dust, dirt, odors, and soil are constantly encountered. Slippery surfaces, high elevation, cramped positions and vibrations are occasionally factors. Chemicals, odors, oily conditions are frequently encountered. Work interruptions, dead- lines and emergency calls are also encountered. Physical demands include heavy lifting and carrying objects weighing up to 100 pounds, bending, reaching, and standing for long periods.
Supplemental Information
How to Apply:
Applicants must submit a completed on-line City Application along with any required supplemental application materials with the Human Resources Department by the filing deadline. If you do not submit your on-line application by the filing deadline, you will not be considered for this position. Please note, applications may be rejected if incomplete. Resumes, CVs and cover letters are not reviewed as part of the application screening process.
All materials must be received in the Human Resources Department no later than the filing deadline.
You may contact Clare Caldera with questions about this opportunity at
Selection Process:
All applicants must submit clear, concise and complete information regarding your work history and qualifications for the position. All applications will be reviewed and only those applicants determined to be most qualified on the basis of experience, training and education, as submitted, will be invited to participate further in the selection process.
Testing is expected to consist of the following and is subject to change as needs dictate:

• Written Exam - 100%
  
  • NOTE: The in-person exam is tentatively scheduled for Thursday, October 1, 2026

If three or more qualified City employees apply and pass the examination, a promotional list will be established in addition to an open-competitive list. If fewer than three qualified City employees pass the examination, the appointing authority, in accordance with the City's civil service rules and regulations, can decline to use a promotional list, in which case a promotional list will not be established for this position.
Note: Internal staff who submit transfer applications must notify the analyst in charge of the recruitment, via email, upon submission of their transfer application.
Background Investigation:
Candidates who have successfully completed all prior phases of the selection process will be subject to a thorough background investigation.
Inclusion & Diversity Statement
The City of Santa Monica is a progressive, inclusive and culturally rich community. As leaders in public service, we strive to be an employer of choice by attracting and retaining a highly talented workforce where people of diverse races, religions, cultures and lifestyles thrive. Our goal is to create a welcoming and inclusive environment where our staff are empowered to perform at their highest level and where their differences make a positive impact.
The City is an equal opportunity employer and strives to build balanced teams from all walks of life without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, ancestry, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state and/or local law. We aim to create a workplace that celebrates and embraces the diversity of our employees. Join us!
Special assistance with the application and examination process is available, upon request, for persons with disabilities. Call (310) 458-8246, TDD (310) 458-8696 (Hearing Impaired Only).
Please note the request for reasonable accommodations must be made to Human Resources at least three work days prior to the examination.
The City's liberal fringe benefits for full-time employment include sick leave, holiday and vacation pay, the Public Employees Retirement System, medical, dental and vision insurance, credit union, deferred compensation, tuition reimbursement, Dependent Care Assistance Plan and priority enrollment consideration at Hill & Dale Family Learning Center, Marine Park Child Development Center, and Santa Monica Early Childhood Lab School.
01
Do you possess a high school diploma or recognized equivalent?

• Yes
• No

02
Select the option below that best describes the amount of work experience you possess performing journey-level rough and finish carpentry work.

• Some experience but less than one year
• One year but less than two
• Two years or more

03
Describe your recent, paid work experience performing journey level carpentry work. In your response be sure to include (1) your job title, (2) employer, (3) dates of employment, and (4) specific duties performed.If you have no such experience, mark N/A.
04
Please describe the skilled construction tools and equipment you have used while performing carpentry work. If you have no such experience, mark N/A.
05
Have you completed an apprenticeship training program in carpentry?

• Yes
• No

06
If you responded "Yes" to the previous question, please describe.
07
Where did you learn of this opportunity?
Required Question