Carpenter Apprentice

Job Title
Carpenter Apprentice
Job Description Summary
Job Description
C&W Services is recruiting to fill an entry level position within the Carpentry Shop. This is an exciting opportunity at a large downtown Boston, class A office building. This person will work side by side with seasoned union employees to learn the skills necessary to support the shop, bringing with them a strong desire to learn and positive attitude, with the goal of moving up within the organization as opportunities present themselves.
Primary Purpose of Position: Promote and maintain a high standard in the operation and appearance of the property. Promote, establish, and maintain positive relations with tenants via proactive communication, routine follow-up, and a high level of customer service.
Essential Functions:

• Under the guidance of senior personnel;
• Ensure all front and back of house areas are maintained with exceptional care.
• Assist in the installation of acoustical ceiling tiles & grid repairs.
• Assist other engineers with assigned tasks.
• Assist in hanging pictures, white boards, televisions, etc.
• Install and/or repair base building window treatments
• Use tools for their intended purpose. Keep the shop, equipment rooms and common areas clean, organized, and safe.
• When assigned, follow inspection and service procedures outlined in the preventative maintenance and loss control guidelines. Conduct and/or provide support in the day-to-day completion, organization and accuracy of preventive maintenance and loss control
• Accurately complete tenant requests, repair work and related records for the respective site/buildings as required.
• Utilize a phone and/or tablet to use company systems, including but not limited to Angus CMMS and LogCheck.
• Employ service procedures and techniques in accordance with established procedures.
• Maintain logs on daily activities and events as required.
• Effectively communicate to the appropriate party/parties the status and activity of building operations and conditions and promptly report any potential or existing problems.

• Be available for various shifts, to fill in for other staff, and to work extended hours, nights, weekends, and holidays to ensure adequate building coverage and perform necessary repairs as needed. Respond to after-hours emergencies such as fire, flooding, severe weather, power outages and other related situations including clean-up activities per on-call procedures or as requested in critical situations

Non-Essential Functions:

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements and Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent educational certification preferred.
• Typically requires a minimum of 1-3 years of experience in a Maintenance or Construction related field.
• Ability to take direction and provide the support needed to accomplish assigned tasks.
• Ability to work independently and at times, with minimal/no supervision.
• Ability to organize and coordinate work efficiently and prioritize in a demanding work environment.
• Ability to participate in on-call schedule for after hour calls.
• Ability and desire to quickly learn OSHA, NFPA and Life Safety codes and regulations.
• Possess basic computer literacy for general day to day work and communication.
• Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing.
• Possess a basic knowledge of safe and efficient power and hand tools operations.
• Valid driver's license and satisfactory driving record when required

C&W Services is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position at Cushman & Wakefield, please call the ADA line at 1-888-365-5406 or email HRServices@cushwake.com. Please refer to the job title and job location when you contact us.