Carpenter

State of Minnesota; Saint Peter (MN); On-site; USD 62,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Minnesota is seeking a skilled Carpenter for our Saint Peter campus. The role involves performing a range of carpentry tasks from rough framing to finishing work on doors, cabinetry, and floors.

Work is 7:00am–3:30pm, Monday–Friday, with a focus on remodeling, maintenance, and construction of building interiors. A valid Minnesota driver's license and apprenticeship or equivalent training are required.

Qualifications

• Valid MN Driver's License.
• Completion of an approved apprenticeship in carpentry.
• Four years experience as a carpenter.
• Completion of a two-year vocational/technical program in carpentry, plus two years of experience as a carpenter.
• Completion of one year of vocational/technical program in carpentry, plus three years of experience as a carpenter.

Responsibilities

• Repair damaged doors, windows, screens, window frames, locks, and door closures.
• Perform rough carpentry on remodeling sites by framing, hanging sheetrock, and installing window and door frames.
• Perform finish carpentry by constructing and installing new cabinets, casings, and jambs for doors and windows.
• Install countertops, ceiling tile, moldings and base boards.
• Lay carpet, floor tiles, and thresholds.

Skills

Carpentry

Blueprint reading

Construction equipment operation

Valid driver's license

Education

Approved apprenticeship in carpentry

Two-year carpentry program

One-year carpentry program

Tools

Construction equipment

Job description

• Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted: 08/22/2026
• Closing Date: 09/08/2026
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Direct Care and Treatment / DCT St Peter AFSCME
• Division/Unit: DCT Support Services / DCT St Peter Building Maintenance
• Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift; 7:00am - 3:30pm
• Days of Work: Monday - Friday
• Travel Required: No
• Salary Range: $29.93 - $34.52 / hourly; $62,493 - $72,077 / annually
• Classified Status: Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 202 - Craft, Maintenance, Labor/AFSCME
• Work Area: Forensic Mental Health Program & Minnesota Sex Offender Program
• FLSA Status: Nonexempt
• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: Yes

Working Title: Carpenter

Job Class: Carpenter

Agency: Direct Care and Treatment

• Job ID: 93841
• Location: St. Peter
• Telework Eligible: No
• Full/Part Time: Full-Time
• Regular/Temporary: Unlimited
• Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted: 08/22/2026
• Closing Date: 09/08/2026
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Direct Care and Treatment / DCT St Peter AFSCME
• Division/Unit: DCT Support Services / DCT St Peter Building Maintenance
• Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift; 7:00am - 3:30pm
• Days of Work: Monday - Friday
• Travel Required: No
• Salary Range: $29.93 - $34.52 / hourly; $62,493 - $72,077 / annually
• Classified Status: Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 202 - Craft, Maintenance, Labor/AFSCME
• Work Area: Forensic Mental Health Program & Minnesota Sex Offender Program
• FLSA Status: Nonexempt
• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: Yes

Direct Care & Treatment is unable to provide sponsorship for work visas. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States at the start of employment. DCT does not participate in E-Verify.

The work you'll do is more than just a job.

At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

Direct Care & Treatment is looking for a skilled Carpenter to join our team on our St. Peter campus. As the Carpenter you will perform all types of carpentry work, including skilled rough and finished remodeling, maintenance, repair, and construction of the building, cabinetry, or furniture.

Duties include:

• Repair any and all damaged doors, windows, screens, window frames, locks, and door closures
• Perform rough carpentry on remodeling sites by framing, hanging sheetrock, and installing window and door frames
• Perform finish carpentry by constructing and installing new cabinets, casings, and jambs for doors and windows.
• Install countertops, ceiling tile, moldings and base boards.
• Lay carpet, floor tiles, and thresholds.

Minimum Qualifications

• Valid MN Driver's License

And meet the requirement in one of the following areas:

• Completion of an approved apprenticeship in carpentry
• Four years experience as a carpenter
• Completion of a two-year vocational/technical program in carpentry, plus two years of experience as a carpenter
• Completion of one year of vocational/technical program in carpentry, plus three years of experience as a carpenter.

If you have completed an apprenticeship, you must provide the date of completion. All experience must include rough and finish carpentry to qualify. Carpentry skills will be assessed against the standards listed below:

• Ability to read and understand construction, remodeling and repair project plans, blueprints and specifications sufficient to draft, interpret, modify and follow to complete new construction, remodeling, and other carpentry projects by following standard construction practices of the carpentry trade.
• Experience in the installation and repair of commercial doors, door frames, and related hardware as well as commercial windows, frames.
• Experience with the installation of flooring.
• Experience with the construction and repair of cabinets, millwork and furniture.
• Experience in operating medium duty construction equipment

Preferred Qualifications

Our employees are dedicated to ensuring cultural responsiveness. Preferred candidates will have a variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures.

Additional Requirements

To facilitate proper crediting, please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held.

REFERENCE/BACKGROUND CHECKS - Direct Care & Treatment will conduct reference checks to verify job-related credentials and criminal background check prior to appointment.

EDUCATION VERIFICATION - Applicants will be required to provide a copy of their high school diploma at time of interview OR copies of their college transcript or college degree/diploma at time of