Carpenter

Indiana University; Bloomington (IN); On-site; USD 51,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical and dental insurance

Health savings account contributions

Tuition subsidy for employees and family members

Generous paid time off plans

Job summary

Indiana University in Bloomington is looking for a Facility Operations team member. This role involves varied carpentry tasks including installation and repair of various structures and fixtures across the campus. Candidates should possess a high school diploma and have 5 years of relevant experience in carpentry.

The position offers a competitive wage of $27.29 per hour, comprehensive medical and dental insurance, generous vacation time, and a retirement plan. Indiana University is committed to inclusivity and equal opportunity.

Qualifications

• 5 years of journey level experience in carpentry or equivalent certification.
• Valid driver's license and ability to be insured by Indiana University upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Study blueprints to determine material needs.
• Perform carpentry, building, and maintenance tasks.
• Install fixtures and structures efficiently.
• Train apprentices and other workers.

Skills

Proficient communication skills

High degree of professionalism

Time management

Quality commitment

Adaptability

Knowledge of construction methods and materials

Blueprint reading

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Power tools

Hand tools

Job description

FACILITY OPERATIONS-IUB (BL-PHYP-IUBLA)

Capital Planning and Facilities (CPF) works to ensure that IU campuses are beautiful, functional, and sustainable supporting excellence in teaching, learning, research, and community engagement across the entire university. A unit within CPF, Facility Operations, maintains our physical campus to support research, teaching, and learning at Indiana University (IU) Bloomington. As a unit of Capital Planning and Facilities, Facility Operations provides wide-ranging services all with the goal of creating a beautiful, well-functioning campus.

RESPONIBILITIES

• Studies specifications in blueprints, sketches, or building plans to determine materials required and dimensions of structure to be fabricated.
• Builds or repairs doors, framework, floors, ceilings, shingle roofs, or other fixtures in buildings. Installs structures and fixtures such as roofing, walls, frames, ceilings, flooring dead bolts, keyed entry components, panic devices, closures using carpenter's hand and power tools.
• Performs millwork, cabinetry and finish carpentry by setting up and operating power tools and machinery to size, plane, joint and mold lumber to desired dimensions. Cuts tongues, grooves, bevels, beads or molding patterns. Cuts and installs custom moldings and trim.
• Uses hand tools and wood screws, nails, dowel pins, or glue to make framework or props. Fabricates and installs chalkboards, bulletin boards, blinds, and projection screens.
• Measures dimensions of area and determines plumb of walls or ceilings using plumb-line and level.
• Assembles, fits, and attaches glass to framing; attaches mounting strips and moldings to surface and applies mastic cement, putty, or screws to secure glass into position; applies glazing.
• Repairs Venetian blinds and roll shades using basic hand tools. Reinstalls to window if removed.
• Drives vehicle.
• Performs other general building maintenance as needed.
• Participates in the training of apprentices and/or other workers as needed.

EDUCATION

• High school diploma or equivalent (such as HSED or GED).

WORK EXPERIENCE

• 5 years verifiable journey level experience in the carpentry field OR Certificate in Department of Labor (DOL) apprenticed carpentry trade.

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES

• Valid driver's license and ability to be insured by Indiana University upon date of hire.

SKILLS

• Proficient communication skills.
• Maintains a high degree of professionalism.
• Demonstrates time management and priority setting skills.
• Demonstrates a high commitment to quality.
• Possesses flexibility to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment.
• Seeks to acquire knowledge in area of specialty.
• Highly thorough and dependable.
• Demonstrates a high level of accuracy, even under pressure.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to represent the company with external constituents.
• Ability to drive multiple projects to successful completion.
• Strong verbal communication and listening skills.
• Ability to build strong customer relationships.
• Knowledge of materials, methods, and tools involved in the construction or repair of houses, buildings or other structures.
• Equipment utilized: Tools of the craft both hand and powered. Examples- Glass cutter, putty knife, propane torch, stationary power equipment (table saw, mortise machine, planer, jointer, sander, lathe, radial arm saw, drill press, band saw, tenon machine) and hand-held electric tools (saws, planes, router, drills, jackhammer, grinder, sanders, etc.), tile cutters, tub saws, concrete finishing tools, spackling tools.
• Knowledge of applicable building codes, regulations or ordinances.
• Ability to read blueprints and schematics.
• Ability to work in a safe and efficient manner.
• Ability to use a computer.
• Ability to determine the appropriate tools and equipment needed on the job and use them safely.
• May be required to acquire and maintain asbestos abatement, supervisor certification or other OSHA required certifications.
• Ability to work with wide variety of cultures and backgrounds.

This role regularly requires the ability to effectively communicate. This role frequently requires the ability to handle equipment. This role frequently requires the ability to remain stationary and ascend/descend ladders/stairs. This role requires the ability to move objects weighing up to 25 pounds. The role requires the ability to detect items in close proximity as well as far away; discern between colors; detect objects in peripheral space of self; discern items in detail; and to have good depth perception. The person in this role must be able to perform the essential functions with or without an accommodation.

Bloomington, Indiana

$27.29 per hour ($56,763.20 annually)

BENEFITS

• Comprehensive medical and dental insurance
• Health savings account with generous IU contributions
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• Basic group life insurance paid by IU
• Voluntary supplemental life, long-term disability, critical illness, and supplemental accidental death & dismemberment insurance
• Base retirement plan with generous IU contributions, subject to vesting
• Voluntary supplemental retirement plan options
• Tuition subsidy for employees and family members taking IU courses
• 10 paid holidays plus a paid winter break each year
• Generous paid time off plans
• Paid leave for new parents and IU-sponsored volunteer events
• Employee assistance program (EAP)

Career Level: Mastery

FLSA: Nonexempt

Job Function: Engineering, Trades & Facility

Job Family: Licensed & Skilled Trades

Indiana University is an equal opportunity employer and provider of ADA services and prohibits discrimination in hiring. See Indiana University Notice of Non-Discrimination here which includes contact information.