Carpenter

Weber State University; Ogden (UT); On-site; USD 33,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Weber State University seeks a Carpenter responsible for providing essential carpentry services across various campuses. Candidates must possess a high school diploma and at least one year of related work experience. The position offers a competitive salary starting at $33,000 annually, alongside a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance and tuition benefits.

Benefits

Medical benefits

Dental insurance

Tuition benefits

Paid holidays

Vacation and sick leave

Qualifications

• 1 year of full-time related work experience required.
• Valid Utah Driver License is a condition of employment.

Responsibilities

• Provides basic carpentry services to all Weber State University campuses.
• Must complete WSU Driver Safety Training annually.

Skills

Ability to operate power tools

Basic experience in carpentry maintenance

Basic computing skills

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Weber State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment welcoming to all individuals. We strive to create a culture where everyone feels valued and appreciated. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected categories, such as disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, religion, national origin, veterans status, or others, as required by law and university policy (see Weber State University's Policy and Procedure Manual 3-32).

Position Information

Position Title

Requisition Number

Requisition Number S02099P

Position Category

Position Category Staff

Campus Location

Campus Location Weber State University - Ogden, UT

Hours per week 40

Months per year

Months per year 12

Pay Grade

Pay Grade N23

FLSA

FLSA Non-Exempt

Job Summary/Basic Function

NOTE : Position can be filled at any level of the approved career ladder depending on candidate qualifications.

The Carpenter provides basic carpentry services to all Weber State University campuses. The person in this position must complete WSU Driver Safety Training annually.

Required Qualifications

Required:

• High school diploma.
• One year of full-time related work experience.
• Ability to operate power tools and equipment normally associated with carpentry and carpentry maintenance.
• Basic experience with maintenance and repair of drywall, concrete, and plaster walls.
• Basic experience with carpentry and carpentry maintenance (e.g. door hardware, modular furniture, etc.).
• Basic computing skills.
• A valid Utah Driver License is a condition of employment.

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred:

• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to schedule work requests using Facilities Management’s CMMS work request system.
• Ability to read and understand blueprints.
• Knowledge of all applicable codes, standards and regulations.
• Knowledge of lift equipment operation (e.g. forklifts, scissorlifts), hazardous materials handling safety procedures, asbestos abatement and scaffold safety.

A successful candidate will be willing to

Background Check? Yes

Benefits Summary

WSU offers a generous benefits package that includes medical, dental, long-term disability, life insurance, retirement, a wellness program with release time and paid incentives, tuition benefits, free tickets to athletic and performing arts events, and paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave.

Job Open Date

Job Open Date 06/19/2025

Review Date

Review Date 06/30/2025

Job Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Notes to Applicant

If you are passionate about what you could offer and accomplish here at WSU , we would love to hear from you. The annual salary for this position starts at $33,000 and may go up from there depending on candidate qualifications. The position comes with a generous benefits package .

To apply, please complete the online application and attach a cover letter, current resume, and the names and contact information for three professional references.

For qualification determination, your application and/or resume must address the required and preferred qualifications and must contain average number of hours worked per week and the dates of employment (i.e., month/year to month/year or month/year to present). If your resume does not contain this information, your application may be considered incomplete.

Screening of applications will begin June 30, 2025. Position will remain open until filled.

Criminal background check required as a condition of employment.

Physical Activity of this position Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles etc., using feet and legs and/or hands and arms. Agility is emphasized. Important if the amount and kind of climbing required exceeds that required for ordinary locomotion., Maintaining equilibrium to prevent falling. Walking, standing or crouching on narrow, slippery, or erratically moving surfaces. Amount of balancing exceeds that needed for ordinary locomotion and maintenance of body equilibrium. , Bending body downward and forward by bending spine at the waist. This factor is important if it occurs to a considerable degree and requires full motion of the lower extremities and back muscles. , Bending legs at knee to come to a rest on knee or knees., Bending the body downward and forward by bending leg and spine. , Moving about on hands and knees or hands and feet. , Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction., Standing. Particularly for sustained periods of time. , Moving about to accomplish tasks, particularly for long distances or moving from one work site to another., Using upper extremities to press against something with steady force in order to thrust forward, downward or outward. , Using upper extremities to exert force in order to draw, haul or tug objects in a sustained motion. , Lifting. Raising objects from a lower to a higher position or moving objects horizontally from position-to-position. This factor is important if it occurs to a considerable degree and requires substantial use of upper extremities and back muscles. , Operate, activate, use, prepare, inspect, place, detect, or position. , Expressing or exchanging ideas. Those activities in which they must convey detailed or important instructions to other workers accurately or quickly. , Ability to receive detailed information with or without assistance., Repetitive motion. Substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.

Physical Requirements of this position

Physical Requirements of this position Heavy work. Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Visual Acuity Requirements including color, depth perception and field of vision.

Visual Acuity Requirements including color, depth perception and field of vision. Required to perform activities such as preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; using a computer terminal; extensive reading., Required to have close visual acuity to inspect small defects, small parts at distances close to the eye., Required to have visual acuity to perform activities such as: operating machines, (i.e. lathes, drill presses, power saws) where the job is at or within arm’s reach; skilled trades tasks of a non-repetitive nature, such as carpenter, plumber, mechanic. , Required to have visual acuity to operate motor vehicles and/or heavy equipment. , Required to have visual acuity to determine the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of the work assigned (i.e., custodial, food services,) or to make general observations of facilities or structures (i.e., security guard, inspection).

The conditions the worker will be subject to in this position.

The conditions the worker will be subject to in this position. The worker is subject to both environmental conditions. Activities occur inside and outside. , The worker is subject to noise. There is sufficient noise to cause the worker to shout in order to be heard above ambient noise level., The worker is subject to vibration. Exposure to oscillating movements of the extremities or whole body. , The worker is subject to hazards. Includes a variety of physical conditions, such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, moving vehicles, electrical current, working on scaffolding and high places, exposure to high heat or exposure to chemicals. , The worker is frequently in close quarters, crawl spaces, shafts, man holes, small enclosed rooms, small sewage and line pipes, and other areas that could cause claustrophobia. , The worker is required to function in narrow aisles or passageways.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
  • jobs.weber.edu
  • KSL
  • Chronicle of Higher Education
  • Higher Ed Jobs
  • Agency Referral
  • Personal Referral
  • Internal Job Posting
  • Advertisement/Publication
  • Other web advertisement
  • Other
• * Do you have or have you ever been issued a W# By Weber State University? Yes or No.If yes, please enter your W#(W followed by eight numbers).

  (Open Ended Question)

• * How many years of experience do you have in this type of position?
  • 0-1
  • 1-3
  • 3-5
  • 5-7
  • 7+
• * Do you have a valid Drivers License?
  • No Response
  • Yes
  • No

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• List of References with Contact Info
Optional Documents