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Salary : $48,635.00 - $86,135.00 Annually
Location : Gaithersburg, MD
Job Type: Career
Job Number: 11065
Department: MC Parks
Opening Date: 07/17/2026
Closing Date: 8/3/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Description
Position Overview
Join a skilled and mission-driven team dedicated to maintaining and improving public spaces that serve the community every day. As a Carpenter II, you will play a critical role in constructing, repairing, and preserving a wide range of facilities across parks, maintenance yards, nature centers, and public-use buildings. This is an opportunity to apply advanced carpentry skills while contributing to meaningful, visible projects.
About the Division
The Facilities Management Division is a team of over 100 professionals responsible for maintaining the Department's facilities, infrastructure, fleet, and major building systems. With an annual budget exceeding $13 million, the division supports both daily operations and long-term Capital Improvement Projects (CIP), balancing the demands of aging infrastructure with new construction and upgrades.
Within the division, the Carpentry Shop is a collaborative team focused on park renovations, structural repairs, and preventative maintenance. Projects include upgrading park buildings and shelters, and maintaining essential infrastructure across diverse environments.
About Montgomery Parks
Montgomery Parks is an award-winning park system and part of The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC). Supported by more than 800 dedicated employees, we care for 416 parks, trails, and natural spaces across Montgomery County, with team members working in a wide range of roles including park operations, public programs, planning, public safety, and administration. Our work is visible in everyday moments, from safe, well-maintained trails to welcoming parks and community programs. Careers with Montgomery Parks offer purpose, stability, and the opportunity to make a visible, lasting impact where people live, work, and connect.
Learn More About Montgomery Parks:
Examples of Important Duties
Skilled Carpentry & Construction

• Perform advanced carpentry work to construct, maintain, and renovate facilities and structures.
• Execute framing, installation, and finishing work ensuring all structures are square, level, plumb, and code-compliant.
• Measure, cut, drill, and shape materials with precision.
• Install and repair doors, windows, roofing systems, and structural components.
• Fabricate and install cabinetry, laminates, and detailed finish work.
• Perform concrete work including pouring and finishing.

Project Execution & Planning

• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and sketches to complete projects accurately.
• Assess repair needs and determine appropriate solutions.
• Estimate materials, tools, and timelines required for assigned work.

Tools, Equipment & Safety

• Safely operate tools and equipment including skid loaders, forklifts, man lifts, and scaffolding.
• Transport materials, tools, and team members to job sites.
• Ensure all work is performed in compliance with safety standards and regulations.

Minimum Qualifications

1. High School diploma or Certificate of General Educational Development (GED).
2. Completion of an approved carpentry apprentice program or four (4) years of progressively responsible carpentry experience.
3. Two (2) years of carpentry experience at the journey level.
4. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted, which together total six (6) years.
5. Valid driver's license in accordance with both State and Commission rules and regulations. Driver's license must be unencumbered by restrictions, revocations, suspensions, or points that could limit the employee's ability to drive Commission vehicles or perform driving duties required by the position of assignment.
6. Depending on area of assignment, a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with appropriate endorsements may be required and must be in accordance with both State and Commission rules and regulations.
7. Pass Commission medical examination.

Supplemental Information
Class Specification: Carpenter II
May be subject to medical, drug and alcohol testing.
Preferred Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of carpentry practices, building codes, and safety regulations (MOSH/OSHA).
• Experience leading or directing work activities of a trades crew.

Working Conditions
Occasionally performs work indoors and outdoors; exposure to varied weather conditions, confined spaces, heights, dirt, noise, dust, and fumes. Must be available to work during emergencies. Positions in this class occasionally remains in a stationary position, moves about inside the office and outside, operates vehicles, tools and equipment, ascend and descends ladders, positions self to complete manual work, pulls and uses fingers to perform carpentry work, moves equipment, tools and objects weighing up to 75 pounds.
Why Join Us
You'll be part of a skilled, supportive team that takes pride in craftsmanship and public service. Your work will have a direct impact on the safety, functionality, and appearance of community spaces used by thousands.
The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate a workplace culture of diversity, equity and inclusion without discrimination or harassment on the basis ofrace, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity, or any other non-merit factor.
Applicants with Disabilities under the Americans with Disabilities Act.
If you require accommodations or special arrangements due to a qualifying disability, please notify the Recruitment & Selections Services Unit at the time of applications at or 301-454-1411 (Maryland Relay 7-1-1)
M-NCPPC will make all efforts to reasonably accommodate you.
THE MARYLAND-NATIONAL CAPITAL PARK AND PLANNING COMMISSION
2026 BENEFIT SUMMARY FOR MERIT SYSTEM EMPLOYEES
The following benefit summary is provided for informational purposes only and is not, nor should be construed as an employment agreement with the M-NCPPC, implied or actual. It is not all-inclusive and is subject to change. Benefits listed are extended to all Merit System employees of the Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC). All plans are optional except the Defined Benefit and Long-Term Disability plans.
Eligibility
You have 45 days from your hire date to elect your benefits. Your coverage begins on the first of the month following receipt of your enrollment forms and required documentation.
Retirement Programs

• Defined Benefit Plan (Mandatory Participation) - Plan E excludes FOP members.

PlanEmployee ContributionPlan C9.5%* of base salary (FOP members only)Plan E4% of base salary up to maximum Social Security Wage Base (SSWB) and 8% in excess of SSWB.

• 457 (b) Plan (Optional) (Pre-tax and Roth)
• Traditional and Roth IRAs (Optional)
• Retiree Healthcare - Eligibility requires, at least 10 years of eligible service and continuous enrollment in M-NCPPC plans (or proof of continuous enrollment in comparable plans) during the 36 months immediately preceding your retirement date. Premium cost share based on years of service

Health Insurance Plans (FOP Members Pay 23% for Medical, Prescription and Dental and same as all other employees for Vision.) All other employees pay percentage below.*

• Medical
  • Kaiser Permanente Health Maintenance Organization (HMO) - (15%)
  • UnitedHealthcare Select Exclusive Provider Organization Health Plan (EPO) - (20%)
  • UnitedHealthcare Choice Plus Point of Service (POS) - (20%)
• Prescription - CVS Caremark - (15%)
• Dental - Delta Dental PPO and DeltaCare USA HMO - (20%)
• Vision - EyeMed - (80% of Low Option plan paid by Commission. Any balance paid by employee.)
  • Low, moderate, and high options are available. Frequency of covered services differs.

Flexible Spending Accounts (Employee Pays 100%)

• Medical Account - Maximum annual contribution: $3,300
• Dependent Care Account - Maximum annual contribution: $7,500

Long-Term Disability Insurance (Mandatory Participation)

• Employee Pays 20%: Commission Pays 80% (FOP Members Pay 100%)
• Benefits paid at 66 2/3% of base salary, maximum of $6,000/month

Supplemental Long-Term Disability Insurance (Employee Pays 100%)

• Benefits paid at 66 2/3% of base salary that exceeds $108,000; capped at $216,000

Basic Life and AD&D Insurance (Employee Pays 20%: Commission Pays 80%)

• Two (2) times base salary; maximum benefit is $200,000 for each
• Automatic coverage with opt-out provision

Supplemental and Spouse/Dependent Life Insurance (Employee Pays 100%)

• Supplemental - 1,2,3,4, or 5 times base salary; maximum benefit is $750,000
• Spouse/Dependent Combination - $10,000/$5,000, $20,000/$10,000, or $30,000/$15,000

Sick Leave Bank (Contribution and Benefit hours prorated for part-time employees)

• Employees have 60 days from date of hire to enroll.
• Employee contributes 8 leave hours each year
• Annually covers up to 688 hours for own serious medical condition, and 480 hours for parental responsibilities (birth, adoption or foster care), and 80-160 hours for serious medical condition of an immediate family member

Leave Programs

• Annual: 15 days per year
• Personal: 3 days per year (12-month waiting period)
• Sick: 15 days per year
• Holidays: 11 days per year

Other Benefits

• Credit Union
• Employee Assistance Plan
• Legal Services Plan
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Wellness Program
• Work-Life Program

For a more detailed description of benefits, please contact the Commission's Health and Benefits Office at or 301-454-1694.
01
Do you possess a valid driver's license in accordance with both State and Commission rules and regulations? Driver's license must be unencumbered by restrictions, revocations, suspensions, or points that could limit the employee's ability to drive Commission vehicles or perform driving duties required by the position of assignment.

• Yes
• No

02
Describe a complex carpentry project you completed that involved interpreting plans or blueprints. What challenges did you encounter, and how did you ensure quality and accuracy?
03
This role requires working across multiple projects and environments. How do you prioritize tasks and maintain safety and efficiency when managing competing demands?
04
Tell us about your experience operating construction equipment (e.g., lifts, forklifts, scaffolding) and leading or supporting a crew. How do you ensure work is completed safely and to standard?
Required Question