Carpenter - 138086

Birch Aquarium at Scripps is a non-profit exploration center for Scripps Institution of Oceanography at UC San Diego. The aquarium showcases over 60 habitats of fish and invertebrates. The interactive museum features research discoveries by Scripps scientists and engages visitors of all ages.

Our goal is to promote conservation efforts that protect our ocean planet. We educate visitors on how our world works and inspire them to become stewards of the planet. Our conservation efforts are based on scientific research, and we aim to connect people with nature and with a shared sense of responsibility to care for our planet Earth.

Website: aquarium.ucsd.edu

Performs skilled journey-level carpentry work in support of the Aquarium-Museum facility, providing in-house carpentry expertise for fabrication, maintenance, repair, renovation, and upgrade activities across the entire facility. The position supports exhibit spaces, public and guest-facing areas, back-of-house operations, offices, classrooms, and other support spaces to ensure safe, functional, and well-maintained environments.

Responsible for the design, fabrication, assembly, installation, and repair of custom cabinetry, counters, shelving, workstations, furniture, and facility components. Performs finish and rough carpentry work including framing, drywall, doors, windows, flooring, and related building elements, working from blueprints, drawings, shop sketches, and written and verbal instructions.

Serves as a key in-house carpentry resource for the Facilities unit and Exhibits team, supporting planned and responsive maintenance, refurbishments, and renovations. Provides technical guidance and oversight to Facilities staff, Exhibits staff, students, volunteers, and semi-skilled labor performing carpentry-related work, enabling projects to be completed efficiently while maintaining quality, safety, and compliance with applicable codes and standards.

Collaborates with internal departments and coordinates as needed with UC San Diego Facilities Management and external vendors, helping reduce reliance on outside resources for routine and semi-complex carpentry work. Contributes to inspection of facility conditions, identification of repair needs, and implementation of improvements that support operations, visitor safety, and the overall guest experience. Maintains positive and cooperative working relationships with Aquarium-Museum staff and stakeholders.

• Ability to perform a full range of journey-level carpentry duties related to construction, repair, maintenance, renovation, and fabrication.

• Knowledge of the principles, practices, materials, tools, and equipment used in journey-level carpentry work.

• Skill in the safe and proper use of hand tools, power tools, and shop equipment used in carpentry work.

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings, schematics, and written and verbal instructions.

• Skill in fabricating, assembling, installing, modifying, and repairing cabinetry, furniture, fixtures, and structural components.

• Knowledge of standard methods for rough and finish carpentry, including framing, drywall, cabinetry, doors, windows, and related building components.

• Knowledge of applicable building codes, safety regulations, and standard trade practices.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a work group under general supervision.

• Ability to plan, organize, and complete assigned carpentry tasks within established timeframes.

• Ability to work safely in public areas and occupied facilities.

• Knowledge of safe work practices and hazard awareness in public and operational facilities..

• Ability to maintain tools, equipment, and work areas in a safe and orderly condition.

• Skill in applying standard carpentry finishes, including surface preparation, painting, staining, and sealing.

• Skill in coordinating carpentry work with other trades and departmental staff.

• Ability to communicate effectively with supervisors, coworkers, and other personnel.

• Ability to recognize unsafe conditions and take appropriate corrective action.

• Ability to maintain accurate records related to labor, materials, and work performed.

• Demonstrated competency with and commitment to fostering fairness, respect, and inclusion in alignment with the Principles of Community

• Must have valid driver's license and have a driving record that is in accordance with local policies/procedures.

• Must be able to lift over 50 lbs. and operate a variety of power tools.

Duties may require direct contact with children (defined as individuals under the age of 18); completion of the Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act (CANRA) training will be required. Must meet CANRA compliance requirements per the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act ("CANRA," Penal Code sections 11164-11174.4).

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Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts an offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of substantiated misconduct with a previous employer.

a. "Misconduct" means any violation of the policies governing employee conduct at the applicant's previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, or discrimination, as defined by the employer. For reference, below are UC's policies addressing some forms of misconduct:

• UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy
• UC Anti-Discrimination Policy
• Abusive Conduct in the Workplace