Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA)
Carpenter D
Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA), Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
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Carpenter D
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Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA)
This job opening is being used to fill current and future vacant positions in this classification at various shifts, locations, and assigned days off.
Order of Preference: Selection for Maintenance and Construction is based on fitness and ability with preference given to Maintenance and Construction District, System-Wide (L689), Authority-Wide, and external candidates.
Minimum Qualifications
High school diploma or possession of a General equivalency diploma (GED)
A minimum of two (2) years of carpenter or related craftsman work experience
Possession of a valid motor vehicle operator's license issued from the jurisdiction of residence
Certified and Experience Requirements After twelve months following the achievement of a particular grade level (i.e. Grades D, C, B, A and AA), an incumbent may be advanced to the next grade level provided he/she has taken and passed any required written or practical tests, acquired any required certifications, and has met acceptable fitness for duty, work record, and job performance requirements.
Certification/Licensure: Possession of a valid motor vehicle operator’s license issued from the jurisdiction of residence.
Preferred: N/A
Medical Group Complete the medical examination for this position, if required. The incumbent must be able to perform the essential functions of this position either with or without reasonable accommodations.
Mission Essential Designation In accordance with WMATA’s Continuity of Operations Plan (COOP), this job has been identified as critical to mission‑essential functions. Incumbents may be required to report to or continue to work in the event of authorized office closings or service suspensions due to severe weather, natural disaster, fire, operational emergencies or related events.
Summary Carpenters are responsible for performing skilled woodcraft work in the construction, alteration, renovation, repair, modification, and fabrication of WMATA facilities. The incumbent works with wood and wood substitutes for the framework, rafters, doors, paneling, interior and exterior trim, staircases, beams, and other high‑grade wooden items where accuracy, spacing, and fit are essential and structural soundness and appearance are important.
Essential Functions
Performs skilled woodcraft and related work activities in the construction, renovation, alteration, repair, maintenance or modification of WMATA facilities.
Works from and interprets complex plans, blueprints, and sketches; uses rulers, tapes, squares, planes, powered saws, routers, miter boxes, and other tools to perform work assignments.
Performs skilled tasks such as laminating, fine surfacing, plastic overlaying, steam bending, and grain matching. Fabricates templates and patterns and selects appropriate machine tools and materials.
Lays out work assignments, determines methods, techniques, and materials needed to effectively accomplish assignments, and ensures WMATA facilities are operationally safe, neat, orderly, maintained aesthetically appealing, and functional.
Completes required forms, tags, and other documentation that describes maintenance work and enters data into appropriate asset management systems. Prepares material requisitions for the supervisor's approval and ensures equipment, systems, and associated mechanical devices are maintained according to Authority and manufacturer standards.
Other Functions
Attends and passes required safety training classes and continuously learns industry best practices for working safely and efficiently.
Supports response efforts in emergencies by providing immediate repairs to protect Authority assets. Responds to and assists during severe weather emergencies, ensuring safety requirements are met or exceeded.
Evaluation Criteria
Skills and/or behavioral assessment
Personal interview
Verification of education and experience (including certifications and licenses)
Criminal background check (a criminal conviction is not an automatic bar to employment)
Medical examination including a drug and alcohol screening (for safety‑sensitive positions)
Review of a current motor vehicle report
Closing WMATA is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by applicable federal law.
This posting is an announcement of a vacant position under recruitment. It is not intended to replace the official job description. Job descriptions are available upon confirmation of an interview.
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Carpenter D
role at
Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA)
This job opening is being used to fill current and future vacant positions in this classification at various shifts, locations, and assigned days off.
Order of Preference: Selection for Maintenance and Construction is based on fitness and ability with preference given to Maintenance and Construction District, System-Wide (L689), Authority-Wide, and external candidates.
Minimum Qualifications
High school diploma or possession of a General equivalency diploma (GED)
A minimum of two (2) years of carpenter or related craftsman work experience
Possession of a valid motor vehicle operator's license issued from the jurisdiction of residence
Certified and Experience Requirements After twelve months following the achievement of a particular grade level (i.e. Grades D, C, B, A and AA), an incumbent may be advanced to the next grade level provided he/she has taken and passed any required written or practical tests, acquired any required certifications, and has met acceptable fitness for duty, work record, and job performance requirements.
Certification/Licensure: Possession of a valid motor vehicle operator’s license issued from the jurisdiction of residence.
Preferred: N/A
Medical Group Complete the medical examination for this position, if required. The incumbent must be able to perform the essential functions of this position either with or without reasonable accommodations.
Mission Essential Designation In accordance with WMATA’s Continuity of Operations Plan (COOP), this job has been identified as critical to mission‑essential functions. Incumbents may be required to report to or continue to work in the event of authorized office closings or service suspensions due to severe weather, natural disaster, fire, operational emergencies or related events.
Summary Carpenters are responsible for performing skilled woodcraft work in the construction, alteration, renovation, repair, modification, and fabrication of WMATA facilities. The incumbent works with wood and wood substitutes for the framework, rafters, doors, paneling, interior and exterior trim, staircases, beams, and other high‑grade wooden items where accuracy, spacing, and fit are essential and structural soundness and appearance are important.
Essential Functions
Performs skilled woodcraft and related work activities in the construction, renovation, alteration, repair, maintenance or modification of WMATA facilities.
Works from and interprets complex plans, blueprints, and sketches; uses rulers, tapes, squares, planes, powered saws, routers, miter boxes, and other tools to perform work assignments.
Performs skilled tasks such as laminating, fine surfacing, plastic overlaying, steam bending, and grain matching. Fabricates templates and patterns and selects appropriate machine tools and materials.
Lays out work assignments, determines methods, techniques, and materials needed to effectively accomplish assignments, and ensures WMATA facilities are operationally safe, neat, orderly, maintained aesthetically appealing, and functional.
Completes required forms, tags, and other documentation that describes maintenance work and enters data into appropriate asset management systems. Prepares material requisitions for the supervisor's approval and ensures equipment, systems, and associated mechanical devices are maintained according to Authority and manufacturer standards.
Other Functions
Attends and passes required safety training classes and continuously learns industry best practices for working safely and efficiently.
Supports response efforts in emergencies by providing immediate repairs to protect Authority assets. Responds to and assists during severe weather emergencies, ensuring safety requirements are met or exceeded.
Evaluation Criteria
Skills and/or behavioral assessment
Personal interview
Verification of education and experience (including certifications and licenses)
Criminal background check (a criminal conviction is not an automatic bar to employment)
Medical examination including a drug and alcohol screening (for safety‑sensitive positions)
Review of a current motor vehicle report
Closing WMATA is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by applicable federal law.
This posting is an announcement of a vacant position under recruitment. It is not intended to replace the official job description. Job descriptions are available upon confirmation of an interview.
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