Carpenter Apprentice or Journeyman - Utah State University

Overview:

The Carpenter assists or serves as a coordinator for projects, assists or directs teams as assigned by Foreman, and performs carpentry work in the maintenance, repair, and construction of campus facilities on assigned locations. The candidate accomplishes this by applying acquired skills and positive attitude in conjunction with advanced technical knowledge, the ability to analyze and understand unique project requests or customer concerns, and established leadership skills.

 

Benefits Include:

• Half Tuition for Employees and Dependents
• 14.2% Retirement Contribution
• 13 Paid Holidays
• 12 days of accrued Sick Leave
• 12 days of accrued Vacation Leave
• And more      

Responsibilities:

Carpenter Apprentice:

• Assists in or repairs and maintains various parts of building by applying the necessary procedures and construction specialties in fixing: floors, windows, ceilings, roofs, walls, partitions, stairways, and other structures on assigned locations.
• Assists in or performs duties associated with a variety of new construction, remodeling, and repair projects including: insulation, cabinets, shelves, wood or metal frame walls, suspended ceilings, roofing, masonry, and concrete work.
• Accomplishes a variety of finish work by trimming, fitting and installing windows, doors, sheet rock, moldings, baseboards, paneling, laying laminated plastic counters and ceramic tile, attaching hinges, catches, and other finish work as required.
• Ensures proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment and supplies; promotes continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices.
• Cleans equipment, shop area and work site.
• Performs miscellaneous duties as assigned, such as assisting locksmiths in basic assignments.

Carpenter Journeyman:

• Prepares labor and materials estimates for repair and renovation projects.
• Assists in monitoring, ordering, and maintaining inventory of supplies and equipment.
• Coordinates projects and schedules work to ensure timely completion and quality standards, as needed.
• Performs customer service duties by checking in and following up with customers and ensures that their needs are met.
• Assists in the development and training of less-senior shop personnel.
• Leads, guides, and trains other technicians in applicable procedures and techniques.
• Coordinates and participates in various meetings and committees to enhance and develop the Facilities department and resources.
• Repairs and maintains various parts of buildings by applying the necessary procedures and construction specialties in fixing: floors, windows, ceilings, roofs, walls, partitions, stairways and other structures on assigned locations.
• Performs duties associated with a variety of new construction, remodeling, and repair projects including: insulation, cabinets, shelves, wood or metal frame walls, sheet rock, suspended ceilings, roofing, masonry, and concrete work.
• Accomplishes a variety of finishing work by trimming, fitting and installing windows, doors, sheet rock, moldings, baseboards, paneling, laying laminated plastic counters and floor tile, attaching hinges, catches, and other finish work as required.
• Prepares drawings and sketches for construction projects.
• Ensures proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment and supplies; promotes continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices.
• Cleans equipment, shop area, and worksite.
• Perform miscellaneous duties as assigned such as assisting locksmiths in basic assignments.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

 

For Carpenter Apprentice: 

• • Basic knowledge and understanding of building trades.
  • Pass the Weisen Test of Mechanical Aptitude. 

For Carpenter Journeyman:

• • Four years of directly related work experience. Incumbents must possess journeyman skills and/or a license.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Comprehensive knowledge of applicable codes, standards and regulations.
• Skill in the repair, maintenance, and construction techniques of all assignments common to the carpentry trade.
• Skill in the use of various hand and power tools common to trade.
• Mathematical computation skills.
• Skill in estimating time and material requirements of work projects assigned.
• Basic computer skills.
• Customer service skills.
• Skill in troubleshooting and repairing all types of carpentry problems.
• Ability to work without supervision.
• Ability to create, read, understand, and build to specifications from blue prints and schematic drawings.
• Ability to troubleshoot all types of construction problems.
• Ability to effectively communicate with co-workers and customers.

Required Documents:

Along with the online application, please attach:

1. Resume/CV to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under “Resume/CV”
2. Cover Letter to be typed/pasted at the end of your application

**Document size may not exceed 10 MB.**

Advertised Salary:Dependent upon experience, plus excellent benefitsADA:

The position requires considerable physical activity. Employees must have sufficient strength to perform the duties and responsibilities of the position including heavy lifting and/or pushing and pulling of heavy objects.  Employees must be prepared to assume uncomfortable positions such as crawling, kneeling, and squatting. Additionally, the work environment can include confined or narrow spaces. Employees must adhere to safety precautions and may be required to use protective equipment.

University Highlights:

Founded in 1888, Utah State University is Utah’s premier land-grant, public service university, with a strong commitment to excellence, access, and inclusion, empowering people to lead successful lives of involvement, innovation, and impact. Utah State provides high-quality education to 27,500-plus students locations throughout the state, including at three residential campuses, eight statewide campuses, and 23 education centers. USU Online educates students from all 50 states and 55 countries. For over 25 years, USU Extension has served and engaged Utahns in all of Utah’s counties. As an R1 research institution, Utah State is dedicated to advancing knowledge through research and scholarly activities, providing a high-quality undergraduate and graduate education at an affordable price.

 

Utah State is committed to cultivating a community of inclusive excellence where all perspectives, values, cultures, and identities are acknowledged, welcomed, and valued. We seek to recruit, hire, and retain people from all walks of life who will champion excellence in education, research, discovery, outreach, and service. We believe that promoting a strong sense of community and belonging empowers and engages all members of USU to thrive and be successful. Forbes recognized our commitment to employees when they named Utah State the best employer in Utah in 2023. Learn more about USU. 

 

The university provides a Dual Career Assistance Program to support careers for partners who are also seeking employment. Additionally, USU is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability, contact the university’s ADA Coordinator in the Office of Human Resources at (435) 797-0122 or hr@usu.edu. 

 

About the Region

U.S. News and World Report ranked Utah first for its strong economy, fiscal stability, education, and health care. Outstanding outdoor recreational opportunities abound throughout the state, including five national parks, 43 state parks and recreation areas, and 15 alpine ski resorts. The home of USU’s main campus, Logan, is a city of 54,000-plus people in a picturesque mountain valley 80 miles north of Salt Lake City. The Logan metro area claimed the top spot in the Milken Institute’s 2022 ranking for best-performing small cities in the nation. 

 

*updated 04/2024

Notice of Non-discrimination:

In its programs and activities, including in admissions and employment, Utah State University does not discriminate or tolerate discrimination, including harassment, based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by University policy, Title IX, or any other federal, state, or local law.

The following individuals have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the application of Title IX and its implementing regulations and/or USU’s non-discrimination policies:

 

Executive Director of the Office of Equity Matthew Pinner, discrimination@usu.edu, Distance Education Rm. 401, 435-797-1266

Title IX Coordinator Cody Carmichael, titleix@usu.edu, Distance Education Rm. 404, 435-797-1266

Mailing address: 5100 Old Main Hill, Logan, UT 84322

For further information regarding non-discrimination, please visit https://equity.usu.edu/, or contact:

U.S. Department of Education, Office of Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights, 800-421-3481, OCR@ed.gov

*updated 09/2023