Carpenter

Seton Hall University; South Orange (NJ); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Carpenter to maintain and repair building structures on campus. This role involves using power tools, interpreting blueprints, and performing various carpentry tasks, ensuring all work is documented through an automated system. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of carpentry principles and techniques, along with a proactive maintenance approach. Join a collaborative environment where your skills will contribute to the upkeep of essential campus facilities and structures.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years experience as a journeyperson carpenter.
• Knowledge of residential, commercial, and construction trade techniques.

Responsibilities

• Maintains, repairs, and installs building structures on campus.
• Safely uses power equipment and hand tools for carpentry duties.
• Performs work through an automated work order system.

Skills

Carpentry principles

Power equipment usage

Blueprint interpretation

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Power saws

Saws

Sanders

Joiners

Table saw

Cordless tools

Job description

Carpenter

Job No: 496716
Full Time/Part Time: Full-time
Location: South Orange
Categories: Staff

Maintains, repairs, and installs all permanent building structures on campus. This includes but is not limited to: counters, doors, windows, floors, walls, ceilings, cabinets, and wood trim. The supervisor for this position is the Lead Person of the Carpenter's Shop.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Maintains, repairs, and installs all permanent building structures on campus. This includes but is not limited to: counters, doors, windows, floors, walls, ceilings, cabinets, projector screens, window screens & shades, and wood trim.

Replaces ceiling tiles and installs suspended ceilings.

Remodels existing structures per valid work order.

Safely uses power equipment and hand tools in the performance of carpentry duties. (power saws, sanders, planers, joiners, table saw, cordless tools, etc.)

Maintains inventory of supplies and material , such as wood, nails, ceiling tiles, and other parts.

Performs all work through an automated work order system and documents the hours and materials expended. Reports all deficiencies beyond his responsibility on work orders or to the Lead Person.

Install shelves as requested by a valid work order. Installs locking or security devices for electronic equipment.

Keeps Lead Person informed of all major jobs and any delays on major tasks.

Sweeps, vacuums, and cleans up work area after the completion of a job. Maintains tools so they are clean, operable, and stored properly.

Lifts heavy objects (over 50 pounds) on a regular/daily basis. Routinely works off scaffolding and ladders.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

Has knowledge of carpentry principles and their application to maintenance and repair activities.

Has knowledge of residential, commercial, and construction trade techniques such as: concrete form work, rough framing, and trim work.

Has a minimum of three years experience with carpentry functions, similar to the duties of a jouryneyperson carpenter.

Can read and interpret blue prints.

Desired Qualifications:

Proactive maintenance experience.

Attention to detail.

Self-starter.

Licenses and Certificates:

Valid NJ driver's license.

Salary Grade:

Maintenance (Local 68) - 03

Exempt/Nonexempt: Nonexempt

Physical Demands: General Office Environment

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Seton Hall University is committed to programs of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and the principles of affirmative action.


Advertised: 15 Apr 2025
Application Closes:

To apply, visit https://jobs.shu.edu/cw/en-us/job/496716/carpenter





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