Carpenter

About This Role:

Facilities Building Maintenance is hiring a carpenter position. The carpenter will repair, remodel, and construct all types of university interiors and exteriors of buildings including (but not limited to) classrooms, offices, hallways, restrooms, laboratories, and tunnels in order to update or repair the structure, to keep it usable by the public sector served, including the construction of new wood and/or metal-framed walls; construct, repair, remove, and install all types of flooring materials, including removal of nonfriable asbestos floor tile; construct, install, and repair windows, wood paneling, sheetrock, trim, and insulation; hang doors, cabinets, acoustic tile, suspended ceilings, and door frames. Minor repair/patching of roofs and gutters. 

Why Join Us:

Kansas State University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, life insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off – vacation, sick, and holidays. To see what benefits are available, please visit: https://www.k-state.edu/hcs/benefits

We Support Diversity and Inclusion:

Kansas State University embraces diversity and inclusion. The university actively seeks individuals who foster a collegial environment and cooperative interactions with coworkers, students, and others. The University is dedicated to promoting the Principles of Community.

Worksite Options:

This position is required to be performed on-site. Work is performed on employer premises or designated assignment locations.

Visit this link for K-State’s guidance and policies on remote work and flexible work arrangements.  Remote work agreements are required for all flexible work arrangements and are subject to review.

What You’ll Need to Succeed:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Requires two years of relevant experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Journey/advanced level experience in carpentry.
• Prefer experience in remodeling/renovation on a commercial scale. 
• Construction science coursework would be beneficial.

Other Requirements:

• Work requires considerable physical exertion in order to transport tools and supplies weighing up to 75 pounds unassisted on a repetitive basis during a normal workday to accomplish the assigned tasks.
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States at the time of employment.
• Valid driver’s license upon employment.

How to Apply:

Please submit the following documents:

1. Online application
2. Resume

Screening of Applications Begins:

Immediately and continues until the position is filled.

Anticipated Hiring Pay Range:

$18.00 per hour

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Kansas State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Background Screening Statement:

In connection with your application for employment, Kansas State University will procure a Background Screen on you as part of the process of considering your candidacy as an employee.