Carpenter / Mill Cabinet Worker (Open and Promotional)

Salary : $107,723.20 Annually
Location : County of San Mateo, CA
Job Type: Regular
Job Number: T030M
Department: Public Works Administration
Opening Date: 08/03/2023
Description
The Department of Public Works is seeking experienced and highly motivated individuals to join their Construction Services Section as Carpenters/Mill Cabinet Workers.
Under general supervision, Carpenters/Mill Cabinet Workers perform journey-level skilled rough and finished carpentry work, including construction and repair of wooden structures and components; maintain, repair, and replace building hardware; and perform related Carpentry or cabinet making duties as assigned.
Ideal candidates for the current vacancies will have the following:

• Journey-level skills to perform routine repairs such as repairing doors, replacing glass in windows, patching roof leaks, and replacing ceramic and ceiling tiles in our County facilities
• Well-rounded carpentry experience
• Excellent customer service skills
• Ability to work independently without assistance

In the area of Construction Carpentry, duties include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Construct, remodel, maintain, and repair various types of buildings and structures
• Lay out work and cut, fit, and join lumber
• Lay out and build concrete forms; place and finish concrete
• Hang doors and install sash and window glazing
• Install wood flooring and lay floor tiles
• Install ceiling and wall systems to include metal framing and drywall
• Maintain, repair, and install wood fixtures and components of buildings
• Operate wood working tools and equipment and maintain them in proper working condition
• Maintain and replace door locks, door closers, and other building hardware
• Build and install interior trim and interior fittings, such as cabinet shelves, partitions, and bookcases
• Assist other trades as directed by supervisor
• Perform roofing repairs and maintenance
• Place and finish concrete
• Perform related duties as assigned

In the area of Mill-Cabinet Worker, duties include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Lay out work and cut, fit, and join lumber
• Build and install interior trim and finish carpentry work
• Fabricate and install complex finished hardwood cabinetry using non-dimensional hardwoods
• Operate power planers, lathes, saws, routers, and other power tools in working various hardwood shapes into dimensional sizes
• Fabricate and install laminated plastic counters
• Assist other trades as directed by supervisor
• Perform related duties as assigned

Important Information About These Positions
Carpenters are required to work at various locations throughout the County of San Mateo including County Facilities/Buildings, San Mateo Medical Center, Hall of Justice, Maguire Correctional Facility, Maple Street Correctional Facility, and Youth Services Center.
Candidates selected for Carpenter positions with the Department of Public Works will be required to complete an extensive security clearance package and undergo a thorough background check conducted by the San Mateo County Sheriff's Office prior to hiring. The selected candidates must be cleared to work in locked facilities that house incarcerated persons.
NOTE: The eligible list generated from this recruitment may be used to fill future extra-help, term, unclassified, and regular classified vacancies.
Qualifications
Education and Experience:
Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to qualify is:

• A minimum of 5-years of experience working in trades OR
• Completion of certified apprenticeship program with Journey-level status as a Carpenter or a Mill-Cabinet Worker

Licensure/Certification:

• Possession of a class C California driver license or equivalent

Security Clearance:

• Ability to pass an extensive background check and maintain jail security clearance

Knowledge of:

• Standard practices, materials, tools, machines, and equipment used in the carpentry and/or the millworker trade
• Basic provisions of the Uniform Building Code as it relates to carpentry construction standards
• Preparation of dimensional sketches and the fabrication of specified products
• Methods of fire stop caulking

Skill/Ability to:

• Use hand and power tools
• Read blueprints and work from sketches, plans, and specifications
• Perform layout work
• Estimate labor and material requirements for small jobs
• Follow written and oral instructions
• Keep records
• Work courteously and effectively with the public and with co-workers
• Bend, stand, and walk for extended periods of time
• Lift and carry equipment and supplies used in the course of the work, such as lumber, concrete, and fencing materials
• Obtain and maintain jail security clearance

Application/Examination
Open and Promotional. Anyone may apply. Current County of San Mateo and County of San Mateo Superior Court of California employees with at least six months (1040 hours) of continuous service in a classified regular, probationary, Confidential and Management extra-help/limited term, and SEIU or AFSCME represented extra help/limited term positions prior to the final filing date will receive five points added to their final passing score on this examination.
Apply immediately. This recruitment is open on a continuous basis and may close at any time. Selections may be made at any time within the process.
Applications for this position will only be accepted online. If you are currently on the County's website, you may click the 'Apply' button. If you are not on the County's website, please go tohttps://jobs.smcgov.org to apply.
The examination process will consist of an application screening (weight: pass/fail) based on the candidate's application and responses to the supplemental questions. Candidates who pass the application screening will be invited to a performance examination which will include a written exam (weight: 100%).
IMPORTANT: Please be sure to complete the employment application form in its entirety, including all current work experience as well as any experience, education, and training that may be related to the position of Carpenter/Mill Cabinet Worker. The employment application and responses to the supplemental questions will weigh heavily in the Application Screening process.
Depending on the number of applicants, an application appraisal of education and experience may be used in place of other examinations, or further evaluation of work experience may be conducted to group applicants by level of qualification. All applicants who meet the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination. All examinations will be given in San Mateo County, California, and applicants must participate at their own expense.
San Mateo County is centrally located between San Francisco, San Jose, and the East Bay. With over 750,000 residents, San Mateo is one of the largest and most diverse counties in California and serves a multitude of culturally, ethnically, and linguistically diverse communities. The County of San Mateo is committed to advancing equity in order to ensure that all employees are welcomed in a safe and inclusive environment. The County seeks to hire, support, and retain employees who reflect our diverse community. We encourage applicants with diverse backgrounds and lived experiences to apply. Eighty percent of employees surveyed stated that they would recommend the County as a great place to work. The County of San Mateo is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion at all levels.
Analyst: Dorothy Halley (08032023) (Carpenter/Mill-Cabinet Worker - T030)
Please visit for a complete listing of all benefits for this classification.
Benefits are offered to eligible employees of the County of San Mateo. All benefits are subject to change.
NOTE: Employees hired on or after January 1, 2013 may be subject to new Pension Reform retirement laws.
As an additional benefit, the County offers extensive training and development programs designed to improve skills and enhance career opportunities. Most programs are offered on County time at no cost to you.
County employees are also covered by the federal Social Security system and earn benefits for retirement based on salary and time worked.
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IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS: For your application to receive every consideration in the selection process, you must complete the employment application form in its entirety, including all current work experience as well as any experience, education, and training that may be related to the position of Carpenter/Mill Cabinet Worker. You must also respond to the following Supplemental Questionnaire. The employment application and responses to the supplemental questions will weigh heavily in the Application Screening process.

• I have read and understand this important information.

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Individuals chosen for Carpenter/Mill Cabinet Worker positions with the Department of Public Works will be required to obtain and maintain a security clearance as a condition of employment. This process includes undergoing a thorough background check conducted by the San Mateo County Sheriff's Office. The selected candidates may be required to work in locked facilities that house incarcerated persons.

• I have read and understand this important information.

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Do you have Journey-level experience as a Carpenter or Mill Cabinet Worker?

• Yes
• No

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How many years of experience do you have performing the duties of a Carpenter or Mill Cabinet Worker?

• More than 7 years
• 5 to 7 years
• 3 to 5 years
• 1 to 3 years
• Less than 1 year
• No experience, but willing to learn

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Do you have experience with estimating carpentry jobs? If so, please provide a detailed example from your work history that illustrates your experience with estimating. If you do not have this experience, please type "N/A".
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Providing outstanding customer service is an essential part of a Carpenter's job at the County of San Mateo. How many years of experience do you have working directly with customers?

• More than 5 year
• 3 to 5 years
• 1 to 3 years
• Less than 1 year
• No experience, but willing to learn

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Give a detailed example from your work history that illustrates your ability to provide excellent customer service.
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How many years of experience do you have performing the following routine repairs?
- repairing doors
- replacing glass in windows
- patching roof leaks
- replacing ceramic and ceiling tiles

• More than 5 years
• 3 to 5 years
• 1 to 3 years
• Less than 1 year
• No experience, but willing to learn

09
Have you completed a certified Carpentry Apprenticeship program?

• Yes
• No

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If you answered 'Yes' to the previous question, please provide details about where and when you completed a certified Carpentry Apprenticeship program. If you have not completed one, please type "N/A".
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Possession of a valid class C California driver license or equivalent is required for this position. Do you meet this requirement?

• Yes
• No

Required Question