About the role
The Carpenter works with Facilities, Planning, and Management to keep all buildings in a good state of repair, including repairs to walls, ceilings, floors, windows, doors, roof systems, etc. This person will be responsible for helping to maintain a safe, attractive, and functional environment for students, faculty, staff and visitors to inhabit.
- Performs preparations and painting of interior and exteriors of buildings
- Performs repair and installation of doors
- Performs installation and repair of countertops, desk hardware, fire ext. hooks, thresholds, ceiling/floor tile etc.
- Performs installation and fabrication of steel posts, frames, etc.
- Keeps all gutters, drainpipes, and roofs clean, and patches holes in roofs as necessary
The ideal candidate will possess the following:
- Skilled in the installation of drop-ceilings, floor tiles, replacing window glass, hanging sheetrock, building walls using wood and metal studs
- Knowledge in cabinet building and minor welding
Application Review:
Review of applications will begin **July 6, 2026,**and will continue until the position is filled. Applications received bythis datewill receive priority consideration.
**Minimum:**Requires a high school diploma or GED equivalent and one year experience in carpentry work, including sheetrock work and painting of all types; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
**Preferred:**Two years of experience in the installation of drop-ceilings, floor tiles, replacing window glass, hanging sheetrock, and building walls using wood and metal studs is preferred.
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