Carpenter Assistant

Company Overview: 

Shrub Oak International School (www.shruboak.org) is a therapeutic day and residential school for autistic children, adolescents, and young adults with complex co-occurring conditions. Located in northern Westchester County, Shrub Oak offers unparalleled educational opportunities for autistic students in a family-centric, supportive environment. We offer a variety of programs to meet the needs of students across the spectrum, and our curriculum is based on the most advanced and successful evidence-based clinical and academic approaches in ASD education. 

Essential Functions: 

The Carpenter's Assistant will work under the direction of a Lead Carpenter, assisting with various carpentry tasks. Responsibilities include gathering and transporting materials, cleaning work areas and equipment, measuring and cutting materials, and positioning tools and equipment as needed. 

• Assist in installing walls, floors, and ceilings using materials such as wood, steel, metal, concrete, plastics, and composite materials. 

• Aid in installing window frames, doors, door frames, door hardware, and both interior and exterior trim. 

• Help erect scaffolding and ladders for assembling structures at elevated levels. 

• Accurately read and take measurements for carpentry projects. 

• Operate carpenter hand tools, machines, and power equipment as directed. 

• Assist in building or repairing cabinets, doors, frameworks, floors, and other wood fixtures using woodworking machines, hand tools, or power tools. 

• Assemble and fasten materials to create frameworks or props using hand tools, wood screws, nails, dowel pins, or glue. 

• Remove damaged or defective parts of structures and assist with repairs or replacements using hand tools. 

• Inspect ceiling or floor tiles, wall coverings, siding, glass, or woodwork for damage and defects. 

• Move materials around the job site as needed. 

• Cleanup worksite debris to maintain a safe and organized environment. 

Please note: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice. 

Requirements: 

Experience & Education: 

• High school diploma or equivalent. 
• Follows established safety rules and regulations, ensuring a safe and clean environment at all times. 
• Adheres to all health and safety requirements. 
• Aptitude in using appropriate tools for carpentry and construction tasks. 
• Manual dexterity and excellent balance to work on scaffolding, ladders, etc. 
• Conscientious with great attention to detail in all aspects of work. 
• Willingness to work overtime as required. 
• Sufficient vision (with correction) to read and observe both close and distant objects. 
• Ability to understand and follow oral and/or written instructions. 
• Ability to lift to 50 lbs., use tools related to the job, and work with cleaning solutions. 
• Requires physical capabilities such as walking, standing, climbing, reaching overhead, and bending. 

Skills & Abilities: 

• Exceptional written communication skills, particularly in documentation, progress notes, incident reports, and other related administrative tasks. 
• Exceptional verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey information clearly and effectively. 
• Ability and willingness to learn new skills and adapt to evolving needs. 
• Ability to display grit and resilience, maintaining composure under pressure. 
• Strong ability to process and retain information and to think critically and analytically during crises. 
• Demonstrated ability to multitask and manage competing priorities effectively. 
• Proven ability to succeed in a fast-paced, unpredictable environment. 
• Ability to obtain TCIS certification and complete/maintain all required training. 
• Previous experience in a carpentry or construction role is a plus. 
• Familiarity with working at elevated heights or in various environmental conditions. 
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team to accomplish tasks efficiently. 
• Bilingual (Spanish & English) preferred

Benefits: 

Available for full-time employees. An overview of our benefits: 

• Insurance coverage: Health, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance 

• Flexible spending account (FSA) 

• Paid time off (PTO) 

• 401k w/ company match 

• Tuition/Professional development assistance 

• Employee assistance program (EAP) 

• Employee discounts 

Physical Requirements/Demands: 
 

A workday regularly includes multiple or conflicting demands, deadlines, and time pressures; work regularly requires sustained concentration. Standing for sustained periods of time, bending, stretching, walking up and down stairs (building has 6 floors), around a hilly campus as needed, may also require walking between floors or between buildings at a moment’s notice. May need to lift/move boxes up to 25 pounds and move or rearrange furniture. 

Work Environment: 

We are a boarding school located on a 127-acre campus. The work environment will include both indoor and outdoor spaces, mostly inside the classroom or educational environment. May include work within the residential setting. The building has 6 floors accessible by staircases and elevators. 

EEO Statement: 

Shrub Oak is an equal employment opportunity employer. Shrub Oak International School is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  Reasonable accommodation will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to apply for a job or to perform the essential functions of their job. Please advise us if you require reasonable accommodation. 

Please note: 

SOIS maintains a smoke-free environment to ensure the health and safety of our students, employees, and community. Smoking or vaping of any kind is prohibited indoors, outdoors, and during off-campus activities, with enforcement measures in place, including smoke/vape detectors. Non-compliance will result in disciplinary action up to and including termination.