Senior Facilities Carpenter

Under general supervision of designated Manager/Supervisor, install, maintain, and repair building roofing systems (slate, asphalt shingle, rubber, composites, built-up, standing metal seam, etc.). Responsible for providing excellent customer service and producing the highest quality assessments and roofing repairs. The UNH Roofer will be the lone roofing expert in the Facilities Operations Division, and as such, needs to communicate standards and assessments that lead the University investments within the roofing inventory. Provide expertise in the roofing field, and in coordination with our Asset Management group, evaluate and sustain the UNH roof replacement program in an efficient/cost effective manner. Participate in design and construction oversight of roofing projects.

1. High school education or equivalent
2. Valid motor vehicle operator's license
3. A combination of education, certifications, and work experience equal to 8 years, in all aspects of roofing, including but not limited to: slate, asphalt shingle, EPDM, composite, BUR, standing metal seam systems.
4. OSHA 10 certified
5. Ability to operate our UNH lift and understand safety procedures. Obtain and maintain an aerial lift certification.
6. Knowledge of applicable building codes/ordinances.
7. Knowledge of methods, tools and hazards of the trade. Knowledge of roof safety arrest and restraint systems.
8. Ability to inspect roofing materials, identify deficiencies/sources of leaks, determine malfunction and make necessary repairs.
9. Knowledge and ability to use computers, tablets, smart phones, and software systems to perform work duties.
10. Sufficient strength and physical dexterity to perform duties and responsibilities of this job, including heavy work with exposure to inclement weather conditions for prolonged periods of time.
11. Must be able to wear and use appropriate personal protective equipment as necessary.
12. Solid interpersonal and communication skills, both verbally and written, to effectively communicate with customers, team members, contractors and supervisors.
13. Desired certification: Drone certification/license

Salary is complemented by a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental, retirement, tuition, and paid time off.

The University of New Hampshire is an R1 Carnegie classification research institution providing comprehensive, high-quality undergraduate and graduate programs of distinction. UNH is located in Durham on a 188-acre campus, 60 miles north of Boston and 8 miles from the Atlantic coast and is convenient to New Hampshire's lakes and mountains. There is a student enrollment of 13,000 students, with a full-time faculty of over 600, offering 90 undergraduate and more than 70 graduate programs. The University actively promotes a dynamic learning environment in which qualified individuals of differing perspectives, life experiences, and cultural backgrounds pursue academic goals with mutual respect and shared inquiry.

The UNH Diversity Resource Guide with information and programming available in the seacoast area, New Hampshire, and the region can be found here: https://www.unh.edu/hr/diversity-resource-guide

Safety, Leadership and Training: Follow all building codes and recognized policies/procedures, techniques and safety precautions in the performance of your duties. Keep current on all required safety trainings, code updates and any additional certifications required. Participate, support and demonstrate Facilities Forward concepts which contribute to a positive work culture. Demonstrate leadership qualities during work activities Seek out professional development opportunities that will benefit the University and your technical skills to stay current and knowledgeable of best practices and future trends and technologies.

Service Calls and Customer Service: Respond to service calls and requests related to the repair, maintenance of campus roof systems. Ensure work is of the highest quality while meeting all building codes and safety requirements. Investigate leaks via interior examinations, take measurements and translate that to a roof top investigation to find roof deficiencies/solutions. Use work management software to maintain accurate records of work completed, materials used and time expended. May participate in the curtail rotation and as well as responding to emergency situations, including during off hours, if the need arises.

Preventative Maintenance: Perform preventive maintenance and repair/replacement work on roofing systems. Visually inspect roof anchor systems. Will update records in the work management software and provide equipment condition assessments. May participate in project management meetings regarding building renovations and new building plans. May also be tasked to write "scopes of work" for outside roofing contracts and may be responsible to oversee the completion of that work.

Construction Project Work: Will participate in design and construction oversight of roofing projects. Provide written documentation to UNH Facilities Project Managers when requested in support of UNH roofing projects