Cabinetmaker II

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

• As Essential Personnel, you must be available in the event of school closings, delays, shutdowns and any emergencies, including clean up because of severe weather incidents. Performs snow removal activities as assigned. Such as shoveling, salting, etc. Maintenance Technicians are essential to the overall success of Liberty University and its day-to-day functions, especially during ongoing campus events such as, Orientation, Convocation, Commencement, and CFAW, summer camps, amongst other planned and unplanned events throughout the year. Must be available to work scheduled and unscheduled hours as emergency needs arise.

• Must be able to work 1st or 2nd shift, and must be able to be on a 7 day, “Available to work,” rotation as needed.

• Reports to work at the required time and performs duties as assigned by the Cabinet Shop Supervisor.

• Responsible for wearing the appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) while performing the job duties and responsibilities of the Cabinetmaker Tech II including but not limited to; protective eye wear, ear protection, hard hat, gloves, steel-toed boots with slip resistant soles, respirators/masks, reflective safety vests, and sunscreen.

• Responsible for wearing a harness with a lanyard and other PPE if operating aerial lifts to perform & complete assigned jobs.

• Sets-up and operatesa variety of woodworking machines and uses various hand tools to fabricate and repair wooden cabinets and high-grade furniture.

• Studies Blueprints or drawings of articles to be constructed or repaired, and plans sequence of cutting or shaping operations to be perform

• Marks outline or dimensions of parts on paper or lumber stock, according to blueprints or drawing specifications.

• Matches materials for color, grain, or texture.

• Sets-up and operates woodworking machines, such as power saws, jointer, mortiser, tenoner, molder, and shaper, to cut and shape parts from woodstock.

• Trims component parts of joints to ensure snug fit, using hand tools, such as planes, chisels, or wood files.

• Bores holes for insertion of screws or dowels by hand or using boring machine.

• Glues, fits, and clamps parts and sub-assemblies together to form complete unit; using clamps, or clamping machine.

• Dip, brush, or spray assembled articles with protective or decorative materials, such as stain, varnish, or paint.

• Install hardware, such as hinges, catches, and drawer pull.

• Follows all safety and housekeeping policies to ensure a safe working environment.

• Must provide own hand tools to perform and complete trade related tasks.

• Strictly adheres to Liberty University policies, representing the University in an exemplary manner.

• Works effectively as a team member, embracing and fostering LU’s Christian model and Mission–Training Champions for Christ.

• Other tasking as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES   

May supervise some Cabinet Maker I techs.

QUALIFICATIONS AND CREDENTIALS 

Education and Experience 

• This position requires a high school degree or GED.
• Minimum of 3+ years of related experience in cabinetmaking doing a variety of woodwork. 

ABILITIES AND COMPETENCIES ESSENTIAL TO THE FUNCTION OF THE JOB 

Communication and Comprehension 

• Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing to convey clear, well articulated information.

• Ability to understand, speak, and write English in order to convey messages and correspond in an articulate and professional manner.

• Possess public communication skills that allow professional representation of Liberty University.

• Strong organizational skills.

• Computer skillsare minimal, mostly developed on the job.

Physical and Sensory Abilities 

• May be to travel across campus, town and state or beyond.

• May be to sit to perform deskwork or type on a keyboard.

• Regularly required to hear and speak effectively to communicate orally.

• Regularly required to stand, walk, and climb stairs to move about the campus.

• Handle materials, reach overhead, kneel or stoop in order to conduct business.

• Regularly lift 75 or fewer pounds.

• Must be able to work well with the public and co-workers and present a positive attitude.

• Clean and professional appearance. Must be courteous, detail oriented. Self-motivated, diligent, and trustworthy.

• This position might require the use of and operation of aerial lifts or be willing and able to obtain aerial lift certifications, operate, and work from various aerial lifts and heights.

• Desire to work with a team to accomplish goals. Urgency to grow and improve.

• Certifications obtained while employed by Liberty University at the expense of the employer, returns back to the University upon voluntary termination (resignation) for the first 12 months after acquiring it.

• Must be able to work on weekends, holidays, and flexible daily/evening hours.

WORKING CONDITIONS 

Work Environment 

The working environment in which one will typically perform the essential functions of this position is a typical woodshop setting that includes dust, noise from shop equipment, hazards from power equipment and paint fumes. May require eye protection, ear protection and respiratory protection. Working environment may include facilitation of events outdoors occasionally.