26-048 Trades Specialist Lead (Carpentry Emphasis)

West Virginia University at Parkersburg; Parkersburg (WV); On-site; USD 38,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement plan with matching

Health and life insurance

Paid holidays

Job summary

A community and technical college in Parkersburg seeks a Trade Specialist Lead with carpentry emphasis. This full-time role involves advanced carpentry projects, leading skilled trade teams, and ensuring safety standards. The position requires 2 years of experience and technical training. Benefits include retirement plans, health insurance, and a tuition waiver. Ideal candidates will demonstrate strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently.

Qualifications

• 18 months of technical or vocational training or equivalent education and/or experience.
• 2 years directly related work experience.
• Valid motor vehicle operator’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced carpentry work including repairs and construction.
• Lead and supervise multi-trade teams.
• Prepare estimates and monitor work progress.
• Ensure safe operation of tools and equipment.

Skills

Advanced knowledge of carpentry methods

Ability to lead and train team members

Strong problem-solving skills

Proficiency in computer use for communication

Education

Technical or vocational training

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Power tools

Woodworking machinery

Job description

Trade Specialist Lead (Carpentry Emphasis)

Position #26-048

WVU Parkersburg is a Community and Technical College located in Parkersburg, WV, with a branch in Ripley, WV, and Vienna, WV. We are not a branch of West Virginia University. We are dedicated to teaching and are accredited by the Higher Learning Commission to offer certificates, associate and bachelor’s degrees.

Benefits

• Retirement plan with 6% mandatory every pay (biweekly) that is matched 100%
• Health and life insurance plans through PEIA and flexible benefits through Mountaineer Flexible Benefits
• Annual and sick leave for full-time non-exempt staff, exempt staff, and 12-month faculty
• Minimum 12 paid holidays per year
• WVU Parkersburg tuition waiver (if eligible) for an employee, employee’s spouse or dependent of a full-time benefits eligible employee who is 24 years of age or younger

Posted: 04/17/2026 with an application deadline of 05/02/2026.

Employment Status: Non-Exempt/Classified/Hourly Staff, full-time regular, benefits eligible position.

Shift: Variable. Standard hours (8:00 am – 4:00 pm). Full time is considered 37.50 hours a week.

Other Essential Job Requirements

• This is an on-site position.
• Regular, predictable, and reliable attendance and punctuality are expected to ensure performance of the essential function of the job, including scheduled meetings and shifts
• May require working alternate hours or alternate locations upon request to support campus mission.

Primary Location: Main Campus – 300 Campus Drive, Parkersburg WV 26104

Pay Grade: 04 ($18.46 - $23.33 per hour) (Salary is commensurate with education and experience)

Function/Summary

The Trades Specialist Lead (Carpentry Emphasis) serves as the lead worker in the construction, maintenance, alteration, and repair of institutional facilities, with primary expertise in carpentry and woodworking. The position performs advanced carpentry projects such as building, installing, and repairing furniture, cabinetry, walls, doors, flooring, and other structural elements. In addition, the Trades Specialist Lead provides guidance and support to lower-level Trade Specialists and Maintenance Workers, and may assist with masonry, welding, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and general building trades work as required.

Minimum Qualifications

Education:

• Required: 18 months of technical or vocational training or equivalent education and/or experience.

Experience:

• Required: 2 years directly related work experience.
• Required: 6 months communication and interaction with diverse and various cultures.

Licensure:

• Required: Valid motor vehicle operator’s license.
• Preferred: Plumbers license.
• Preferred: HVAC license.
• Preferred: Electrical license.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Advanced knowledge of carpentry methods, tools, materials, and safety practices, including blueprint reading and construction drawings.
• Familiarity with related trades such as electrical, plumbing, masonry, and welding sufficient to coordinate or support projects.
• Ability to measure, cut, assemble, and finish wood, laminate, drywall, and other building materials to trade standards.
• Skilled in safely operating hand tools, power tools, woodworking machinery, and related equipment.
• Ability to inspect, troubleshoot, and repair structural elements and fixtures.
• Competence in basic mathematical calculations related to carpentry and construction.
• Ability to cross-train in other physical plant skill sets (grounds, HVAC, plumbing, equipment operation).
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Ability to lead, train, and mentor team members effectively.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and cooperatively as part of a team.
• Proficiency in computer use for communication, data entry, and work order tracking.
• Commitment to safety procedures, proper tool use, and hazard prevention.

Duties/Responsibilities

• 50% Carpentry & Skilled Trade Work – perform advanced carpentry work including construction, installation, repair, and finishing of doors, windows, flooring, cabinetry, partitions, furniture, and other wood structures; troubleshoot carpentry problems and complete repairs to trade standards; assist with related trades work (masonry, plumbing, electrical, welding, HVAC) as needed.
• 20% Leadership & Supervision – organize, assign, and coordinate the work of skilled, semi-skilled, and unskilled personnel on multi-trade teams; lead and train assigned personnel; assign specific tasks and evaluate results; inspect completed projects to ensure compliance with carpentry and building standards; participate in employee performance evaluations and recommend training and development opportunities; provide input to supervisors on scheduling, leave, and operational issues; may assume supervisory duties when required.
• 15% Planning & Administration – prepare estimates of time, labor, and materials; create bills of materials; monitor work progress to ensure adherence to cost and scheduling requirements; requisition materials, supplies, and equipment while ensuring cost-effective use; prepare reports on project status, daily operations, and resource needs.
• 10% Safety & Maintenance – ensure safe operation of work areas, tools, and equipment; conduct routine inspections and perform maintenance or repairs on tools and equipment; enforce adherence to safety standards, procedures, and regulations.
• 5% General – work overtime and respond to after-hours emergencies as needed; perform other related duties as assigned.

WVU Parkersburg is an Equal Opportunity Institution and does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, veteran status, religion, color, ancestry, or national origin in admission, employment, educational programs or activities. Further, faculty, staff, and applicants are protected from retaliation for making complaints or assisting in investigations of discrimination. WVU Parkersburg will take steps to assure that a lack of English language skills will not be a barrier to admission and participation in career and technical education programs. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. WVU Parkersburg provides a collegial and respectful environment that values the contribution of all faculty, staff, and students.