Carpenter

Why Join KANA

Kodiak Area Native Association (KANA) is a Tribal health organization committed to elevating the lives of the people we serve. At KANA, employees are more than staff members; they are part of a mission driven team committed to meaningful work, community impact, and long-term growth.

Benefits & Perks

• 401(k) retirement plan with a 7% employer contribution beginning in year two, paid regardless of employee contribution
• Paid Parental Leave
• 80% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Access to 20+ medical plan options through federal OPM benefits
• Employer-paid life insurance at 2.5x annual salary
• AD&D, short-term, and long-term disability coverage
• Generous paid time off and 13 paid holidays
• Free gym membership to the KANA Wellness Center
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition assistance and reimbursement programs
• Leadership development and internal advancement opportunities
• Eligibility for IHS and NHSC loan repayment programs (role dependent)
• Potential temporary housing assistance for relocating employees, based on availability

Position Overview

Responsible for performing skilled carpentry, construction, installation, repair, and maintenance activities throughout KANA’s owned and leased facilities. Ensures buildings, structures, fixtures, and workspaces are maintained in a safe, functional, and professional manner while supporting facility improvement projects and organizational needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Supports the organization’s mission and goals and quality standards. Incorporates KANA’s core values of Courtesy, Caring, Respect, Sharing, and Pride in all activities and decisions.
• Upholds KANA’s Code of Ethics by conducting professional activities with honesty, integrity, respect, fairness, and good faith in a manner that reflects positively upon the organization.
• Performs general and finish carpentry work, including measuring, cutting, shaping, assembling, installing, and repairing wood, metal, drywall, and other building materials.
• Constructs, installs, repairs, and maintains interior and exterior building components, including doors, windows, frames, walls, ceilings, flooring, cabinets, shelving, countertops, trim, and fixtures.
• Assists with facility renovation, remodeling, and improvement projects, including framing, drywall installation and repair, painting, finishing, and other related construction activities.
• Inspects facilities to identify damaged, deteriorating, or unsafe building components and recommends appropriate repairs or replacement.
• Reads and interprets construction drawings, blueprints, measurements, and specifications to determine project requirements and complete work accurately.
• Operates and maintains carpentry tools, power tools, machinery, and equipment in a safe and proficient manner.
• Estimates materials, supplies, and equipment needed for assigned projects and communicates purchasing needs to the appropriate supervisor.
• Coordinates with other Facilities personnel and contractors to support maintenance, repair, and construction projects while minimizing disruptions to facility operations.
• Ensures all carpentry and construction work is completed in accordance with applicable building codes, safety requirements, and organizational standards.
• Maintains a clean, organized, and safe work area, including proper storage of tools, equipment, and materials and appropriate disposal of construction debris.
• Completes documentation associated with the Zendesk system in a timely and accurate manner.
• Monitors facilities to ensure patients, employees, and visitors have a safe and functional environment while on KANA-owned properties; reports any safety or security concerns to the appropriate person or establishment.
• Greets and interacts with visitors, staff, and others in a professional and courteous manner.
• Travels to remote communities by small plane as assigned to complete work at KANA-owned or operated facilities.
• Available for on-call work and able to adjust to a changing work schedule based on emergencies and scheduled maintenance activities.

Qualifications

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and three (3) or more years of professional carpentry or construction experience. Experience in commercial building maintenance, facility renovations, finish carpentry, framing, drywall installation, and general building repairs preferred. Vocational training, apprenticeship completion, or an associate degree in carpentry, construction technology, or a related trade highly preferred.

Driver's License for the past three consecutive years with acceptable driving record.

Work Schedule

KANA’s standard work schedule is 37.5 working hours per week, consisting of 7.5 paid working hours per day plus a one-hour unpaid lunch break (8.5 hours on site per day).

Our Values

KANA’s work is guided by Courtesy, Caring, Respect, Sharing, and Pride. We seek leaders who embody these values in how they lead teams, steward resources, and serve the community.

Life In Kodiak

Located on beautiful Kodiak Island, this role offers the opportunity to build meaningful community connections while experiencing Alaska’s unique coastal lifestyle, outdoor recreation, and close-knit community.