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THE POSITION Collaborate with a small team to maintain and enhance Fish & Boat Commission facilities across the state. As a Carpenter with our construction team, you will safely perform skilled carpentry work following standard trade practices at Fish & Boat owned facilities. This work plays an important role in advancing the Commission's mission to protect, conserve, and improve the Commonwealth's aquatic resources while expanding quality fishing and boating opportunities.

If you want to share your talents with an organization that values teamwork, craftsmanship, and community, this is the role for you. DESCRIPTION OF WORK In this Carpenter 2 position, you will focus on skilled carpentry work needed to complete a variety of construction, installation, repair, restoration, and maintenance projects for Fish & Boat Commission owned buildings across the state. Work contributes to safe, dependable facilities that help the agency carry out its mission.

Your responsibilities will include the following: Skilled Carpentry: Perform skilled bench work in the carpentry shop operating power saws, planers, jointers, miter boxes, sanders, and various equipment; inspect lumber for grade and quality Construction: Perform all phases of building construction work including concrete work; framing; setting metal studs; drywalling; painting; pouring floors and slabs; setting frame walls, joists, rafters, and trusses; finishing exterior and interior walls and ceilings; and other finish work. Work Planning: Create and communicate construction drawings and work layout, including the placement of utilities and supporting mechanical, plumbing, and electrical components, and identify potential construction concerns on the work site Project Coordination: Determine time, equipment, labor and material resources, and work methods needed to complete projects; keep basic records Interested in learning more. Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information: Full-time employment This position requires frequent overnight travel. Travel costs including meals and lodging expenses are paid by the Fish & Boat Commission. Work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.

Alternate Work Schedule (AWS) four day work week can be considered or necessary to support operational needs. Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position. Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.

You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices. REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Experience and Training Requirements: Five years of experience in the construction, installation, repair, restoration, or maintenance of structures and articles made from wood, composite, and wood substitute materials including two years performing skilled carpentry work in commercial, industrial, or multi-unit residential structures; or An equivalent combination of experience and training including two years performing skilled carpentry work in commercial, industrial, or multi-unit residential structures.

Special Requirement: This position requires possession of an active motor vehicle license. Additional Requirement: You must be able to perform essential job functions. How to Apply: Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position.

Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable

Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted. Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant's own experience, qualifications, and work. Applicants may use generative AI tools for preparation purposes only. Use of AI to misrepresent or falsify information, or to assist during interviews, is not permitted.

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If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date. The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania.

The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.