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Carpenter IBring your carpentry skills to work that makes a visible difference throughout Montgomery Parks. The Carpenter I constructs, repairs, maintains, and renovates park buildings, structures, and public-use facilities, helping keep these spaces safe, functional, and welcoming for employees and community members.Based in Gaithersburg, Maryland, this position completes routine carpentry assignments and supports larger projects involving rough and finish carpentry. The work includes framing, doors and windows, cabinetry, roofing, flooring, concrete, and other structural improvements across the park system. The Carpenter I also operates specialized tools and equipment and may guide maintenance employees who assist with carpentry projects.The Facilities Management Division is a team of more than 107 professionals responsible for maintaining Montgomery Parks' facilities, infrastructure, fleet, and major building systems. The division supports both day-to-day operations and long-term capital improvement projects, helping ensure park facilities remain safe, functional, and welcoming for employees and visitors throughout the park system.Within the division, the Carpentry Shop is a collaborative team focused on facility renovations, structural repairs, and preventative maintenance. Team members work on a variety of projects, including improvements to park buildings, shelters, and other essential infrastructure across Montgomery Parks, contributing directly to the quality and longevity of public facilities.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 1,000 dedicated employees, we care for 416 parks, including trails, and natural spaces across Montgomery County, with team members working in a wide range of roles including park operations, public programs, park 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: salary range listed above represents the earning potential for this position. Salary is commensurate with experience.Examples of Important DutiesCarpentry, Construction, and RepairPerforms rough and finish carpentry to construct, repair, maintain, and renovate Commission buildings and structures.Measures, cuts, drills, routes, shapes, and installs materials accurately while minimizing material waste.Completes framing, wall and floor finishes, cabinetry, laminates, shelving, countertops, moldings, and other custom carpentry work.Installs and repairs doors, windows, roofing, hardware, and acoustical systems, and pours and finishes concrete for construction projects.Project Planning and AdministrationReads and interprets plans, blueprints, schematics, drawings, and sketches.Assesses structural damage and defects and determines the repairs, tools, and materials needed.Plans and completes assignments efficiently while maintaining workmanship and project requirements.Receives, completes, and returns work orders; prepares required purchasing documentation; and may guide employees supporting skilled-trades projects.Equipment Operation and Workplace SafetySafely operates carpentry hand and power tools, skid loaders, lifts, forklifts, vehicles, and related equipment.Transports employees, tools, equipment, materials, and supplies to job sites and performs routine inspections and maintenance.Uses required personal protective equipment and follows applicable department, MOSH, OSHA, and Maryland traffic requirements.Maintains clean and orderly job sites, identifies hazards, verifies that equipment safeguards are in place, and reports safety concerns or damaged equipment.Minimum QualificationsHigh School diploma or Certificate of General Educational Development (GED).Completion of an approved carpentry apprentice program or four (4) years of progressively responsible carpentry experience.An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted, which together total four (4) years.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.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.Pass Commission medical examination.Supplemental InformationClassification Specification: Carpenter I (2413) 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.The salary range shown reflects the approved pay range for this position. Starting salary will be determined based on qualifications and experience. Bilingual candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.Very competitive and flexible benefits programs available! Get to know Montgomery Parks and the opportunities available: May be subject to medical, drug and alcohol testing. 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 of race, 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 (Maryland Relay 7-1-1) M-NCPPC will make all efforts to reasonably accommodate you.BenefitsTHE 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 ProgramsDefined Benefit Plan (Mandatory Participation) – Plan E excludes FOP members.Plan - Employee ContributionPlan C - 9.5%* of base salary (FOP members only)Plan E - 4% 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 serviceHealth 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.MedicalKaiser 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
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gaithersburg, MD, 20877, US
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