Carpenter

State of Wisconsin; Union Grove (WI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid leave time

Health plan options

Pension plan with employer match

Employee assistance program

Job summary

The State of Wisconsin's SWC in Union Grove, WI is seeking a carpenter for construction and repair work including doors, windows, cabinetry, and roof maintenance. This role requires a carpenter apprenticeship certification or equivalent and a valid driver's license to operate a state vehicle.

Expect physical duties, a 6:30am–3:15pm schedule, and a comprehensive benefits package including paid leave, health plans, a pension, and an employee assistance program.

Qualifications

• Possession of a carpenter apprenticeship certification or equivalent status.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to drive a state vehicle.
• Knowledge of current building and fire codes.

Responsibilities

• Install, repair, and replace wood and metal doors, windows, and screens.
• Maintain roofing including minor repairs and materials.
• Build and repair cabinetry, shelving, partitions, etc.

Skills

Carpentry

Repair work

Door installation

Hardware knowledge

Education

Carpenter apprenticeship certification

Job description

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Work hours are 6:30am – 3:15pm, Monday through Friday.

As an employee of the State of Wisconsin, you'll have access to an excellent benefitspackage including:

• Paid leave time including vacation, sick, and holidays. Pay for craftworker positions is based on how many vacation hours you chose to elect for the calendar year. You’ll have the option to change your leave hours and compensation rate each year.
• Top rated health plan options starting at $47/month for single plans and $117/month for family plans, after 2 months of state service.
• Premium pension plan with at least a 7.2% employer match in 2026. Plus, a tax advantaged supplemental retirement savings plan which allows you to save money directly from your paycheck for retirement.
• A free and confidential employee assistance program that offers employees and their immediate family dependents a variety of tools, resources, and professional consultation services to support their health, goals, and overall well-being.

SWC is a state operated Intermediate Care Facility for Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities located in Union Grove, WI . SWC provides a wide variety of programs and services designed to assist and prepare individuals to live successfully in the setting that best meets their needs. SWC brings together a rich history and state of the art treatment approaches for the new millennium. Click here to see what working at SWC is all about!

Position Summary

This position is responsible for carpentry construction and repair work assignments at SWC. Example of duties include:

• Installing, repairing, and replacing wood and metal doors, windows, and screens.
• Maintaining physical plant roof to include minor repairs, shingles, and flat rubber.
• Building and repairing cabinetry, shelving, partitions, etc.

Salary Information

Pay is based on the number of leave hours selected in accordance with the Trade Rates Booklet in effect at time of appointment. $49.88 if 100 hours of leave, $49.11 if 140 hours of leave, or $48.33 if 180 hours of leave.

The pay schedule/range is 04-00. A 12 month probationary period is required. This position is represented by the Wisconsin State Building Trades bargaining unit. Current employeespay will be set in accordance with the contract and rate booklet.

All applicants who may be appointed to this position will be required to allow DHS to conduct a background check to determine whether the circumstances of any conviction may be related to the job being filled.

All appointees will be required to receive a TB test, which will be administered by SWC or medical personnel approved by the facility prior to their start date.

Thispositionhasphysical requirements which may include but are not limited to lifting up to 80 lbs to shoulder height, climbing ladders, bending, twisting, reaching, kneeling, stooping, standing, sitting and working on feet for extended periods of time. Applicants may be required to pass a physical evaluation to assess these requirements.

DHS does not sponsor work visas for this position, thus, in compliance with federal law, selected candidates will be required to verify eligibility to work in the United States by completing the required I-9 form upon hire. DHS is not an E-Verify employer nor a STEM-OPT eligible employer.

This position requiresthe ability to drive a State vehicle. In order to become authorized to drive a State vehicle, you must meet the requirements of the State of Wisconsin Fleet Vehicle Policy, which are:

• Must have a valid driver's license;
• Must have minimum of two years non-probationary licensed driving experience with a regular (Class D) driver's license;
• Must be 18 years of age.

Additionally, your driving record MUST NOT reflect any of the following conditions:

• Three or more moving violations and/or at-fault accidents in the past two years;
• Operating While Intoxicated (OWI)/Driving Under the Influence (DUI) citation within the past 12 months;
• Suspension or revocation of driver's license.

Qualifications

Minimally qualified applicants will have all of the following:

• Possession of a certification of completion of a carpenter apprenticeship approved by the Department of Workforce DevelopmentOR formal recognition of status by the appropriate international or local trade organizationOR informal training and experience equivalent to the formal apprenticeship and journeyman status (documentation of proof will be requested).
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and meet the requirements of the State of Wisconsin Fleet Vehicle Policy to drive a state vehicle.
• Knowledge of current building and fire codes.

Well-qualified applicants will also have the following:

• Training or experience in door installation and repair including hardware, pinning, and keying locks.

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DHS is an Equal Opportunity and ... Veterans are encouraged to apply. For complete information on Veterans’ hiring programs with the WI Department of Veterans Affairs, click here .

Deadline to Apply

The deadline to apply is September 10 th at 11:59 pm.