Carpenter

Ball State University; United States; On-site; USD 36,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Tuition discounts

Paid time off

Holiday pay

Retirement benefits

Job summary

Ball State University is seeking a Carpenter to join the Facilities Planning and Management team on the 2nd shift (3:30 PM–12:00 AM). The role involves constructing or remodeling university facilities, installing fixtures, and finishing surfaces with various tools.

The ideal candidate is flexible, service-oriented, and eager to learn. Ball State offers a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, retirement plans, paid time off, and tuition discounts for employees and families.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Apprenticeship in Carpentry or 4 years of verified carpentry experience considered.
• Valid driver’s license and insurability under university policy required.
• Ability to meet mental and physical requirements and age 18+.

Responsibilities

• Construct or remodel university facilities including finishes.
• Install/repair fixtures using power and hand tools.
• Build cabinets, casework, countertops, and related surfaces.
• Measure, cut, and assemble materials per plans; read blueprints.

Skills

Flexibility

Service skills

Willingness to learn

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Position Title

Carpenter

Compensation

$31.62 - $31.62

Department

Assoc VP Facilities Planning & Mgt_O (Kevin Ward

Start Date

09/30/2026

About this opportunity

Ball State University Facilities Planning and Management has an opportunity to work on the beautiful campus. This opportunity comes with excellent pay and a great benefits package that includes medical and prescription plans, dental, flexible spending and health savings accounts, paid time off, holiday pay, university-funded retirement, tuition discounts, and more.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate will be flexible, and will possess great service skills with a willingness to learn.

Hours

2nd Shift 3:30 to 12:00 midnight Monday thru Friday

Position Function

Under supervision, perform duties related to carpentry complying with appropriate regulations and codes.

Responsibilities

1. Construct and/or remodel University facilities. Clean, renovate, and renew, resilient, wood, and hard floor surface finishes, i.e., dust mop, sweep, wet mop, spot mop, scrub, polish and spray buff, strip, seal, wax, etc. Requires the physical ability to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, stand, walk, push, pull, lift, finger, grasp, feel, talk, hear, and exert in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, 50 pounds of force frequently, and 20 pounds constantly. Task requires the visual ability to distinguish colors and perceive depth. Task requires use of saws, jointer, shaper, planer, drill press, sander, drill, router, air-nailers and staplers, hand and power tools, filter mask, and hand, ear, and eye protection, etc. Employee is exposed to inside and outside environmental conditions, noise, vibration, etc. Task requires the mental ability to analyze situations, read, comprehend, follow, and provide written instructions and information, and receive, comprehend, follow, and provide oral instructions and information.
2. Install and/or repair new and existing fixtures of University facilities. Requires the physical ability to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, stand, walk, push, pull, lift, finger, grasp, feel, talk, hear, and exert in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, 50 pounds of force frequently, and 20 pounds constantly. Task requires the visual ability to distinguish colors and perceive depth. Task requires use of power and hand tools, filter mask, and hand, ear, and eye protection, etc. Employee is exposed to inside and outside environmental conditions, noise, and vibration, etc. Task requires the mental ability to analyze situations, read, comprehend, follow, and provide written instructions and information, and receive, comprehend, follow, and provide oral instructions and information.
3. Build and install cabinets, casework, furniture, counters, and plastic laminate tops. Requires the physical ability to stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, stand, push, pull, lift, finger, grasp, feel, talk, hear, and exert in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, 50 pounds of force frequently, and 20 pounds constantly. Task requires the visual ability to distinguish colors and perceive depth. Task requires use of power and hand tools, filter mask, and hand, ear and eye protection, etc. Employee is exposed to inside environmental conditions, noise, vibration, etc. Task requires the mental ability to analyze situations, read, comprehend, follow, and provide written instructions and information, and receive, comprehend, follow, and provide oral instructions and information.
4. Measure, cut, shape, and assemble materials as required using hand and/or power tools, sketch and/or estimate jobs and/or materials as required. Requires the physical ability to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, stand, walk, push, pull, lift, finger, grasp, feel, talk, hear, and exert in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, 50 pounds of force frequently, and 20 pounds constantly. Task requires the visual ability to distinguish colors and perceive depth. Task requires use of power and hand tools, filter mask, and hand, ear, and eye protection, etc. Employee is exposed to inside and outside environmental conditions, noise, and vibration, etc. Task requires the mental ability to analyze situations, read, comprehend, follow, and provide written instructions and information, and receive, comprehend, follow, and provide oral instructions and information.
5. Apply construction materials to floors, walls, ceilings and/or roofs of University buildings and facilities as required. Requires the physical ability to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, stand, walk, push, pull, lift, finger, grasp, feel, talk, hear, and exert in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, 50 pounds of force frequently, and 20 pounds constantly. Task requires the visual ability to distinguish colors and perceive depth. Task requires use of power and hand tools, filter mask, and hand, ear, and eye protection, etc. Employee is exposed to inside and outside environmental conditions, noise, vibration, etc. Task requires the mental ability to analyze situations, read, comprehend, follow, and provide written instructions and information, and receive, comprehend, follow, and provide oral instructions and information.
6. Fit, install and/or service doors, windows, glass, exit devices, door closures, automatic door openers, electrical and conventional lock sets and/or hardware as required. Requires the physical ability to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, stand, walk, push, pull, lift, finger, grasp, feel, talk, hear, and exert in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, 50 pounds of force frequently, and 20 pounds constantly. Task requires the visual ability to perceive depth. Task requires use of power and hand tools, filter mask, and hand, ear, and eye protection, etc. Employee is exposed to inside and outside environmental conditions, noise, vibration, oils, etc. Task requires the mental ability to analyze situations, read, comprehend, follow, and provide written instructions and information, and receive, comprehend, follow, and provide oral instructions and information.
7. Construct concrete forms; place and finish concrete as required. Requires the physical ability to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, stand, walk, push, pull, lift, finger, grasp, feel, talk, hear, and exert in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, 50 pounds of force frequently, and 20 pounds constantly. Task requires the visual ability to perceive depth. Task requires use of trowels, hand floats, edgers, groovers, brooms, filter mask, and hand, ear, and eye protection, etc. Employee is exposed to inside and outside environmental conditions, noise, vibration, oils, etc. Task requires the mental ability to analyze situations, read, comprehend, follow, and provide written instructions and information, and receive, comprehend, follow, and provide oral instructions and information.
8. Move and erect manual and power ladders, scaffolds, and other lift platforms as required. Requires the physical ability to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, stand, walk, push, pull, lift, grasp, hear, and exert in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, 50 pounds of force frequently, and 20 pounds constantly. Task requires the visual ability to perceive depth. Task requires use of hammer, wrench, screwdriver, pliers, filter mask, and hand, ear, and eye protection, etc. Employee is exposed to inside and outside environmental conditions, noise, vibration, oils, etc. Task requires the mental ability to analyze situations, read, comprehend, follow, and provide written instructions and information, and receive, comprehend, follow, and provide oral instructions and information.
9. Read and comprehend blue prints, drawings, diagrams, and sketches to insure proper specifications are followed, develop plans of action, and implement the work. Requires the physical ability to sit, stand, talk, hear, and exert up to 10 pounds of force occasionally. Task requires the visual ability to perceive depth. Task requires the mental ability to analyze situations, read, comprehend, follow, and provide written instructions and information, and receive, comprehend, follow, and provide oral instructions and information.
10. Acquire and maintain knowledge of various job related chemicals, environmental concerns, building codes, and new technology as required. Requires the physical ability to talk, hear, and exert up to 10 pounds of force occasionally. Task requires visual ability to read written materials. Task requires the mental ability to analyze situations, read, comprehend, follow, and provide written instructions and information, and receive, comprehend, follow, and provide oral instructions and information.
11. Clean and maintain department equipment and tools as required; clean and organize shop area as required; clean job site as necessary; report all damaged and missing equipment or tools to the Supervisor. Requires the physical ability to stand, grasp, feel, and exert up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, 50 pounds of force frequently, and 20 pounds constantly. Task requires use of filter mask, and hand, ear, and eye protection, etc. Employee is exposed to inside and outside environmental conditions, noise, vibration, oils, etc. Task requires the mental ability to analyze situations, read, comprehend, follow, and provide written instructions and information, and receive, comprehend, follow, and provide oral instructions and information.
12. Perform other related duties as assigned. May require any or all of the above-mentioned abilities.

Minimum Qualifications

1. High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
2. Successful completion of an apprenticeship program in Carpentry as approved by the Bureau of Apprenticeship Training or four (4) years of verified proof of Carpentry experience or equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable job knowledge can be acquired as determined by Ball State University.
3. Must be able to read and comprehend all specified policies and procedures for safety, hazardous materials information, and University policies and procedures, communications, and perform mathematical calculations.
4. Must possess and maintain a valid Driver’s License and be insurable under the university’s auto fleet policy.
5. Must be able to perform all mental and physical requirements as outlined in each job duty.
6. You must be 18 years or older.

Preferred Qualifications

1. Vocational school training
2. Two years’ experience in commercial and/or institutional door hardware, fixtures, and equipment.
3. Experience in cabinetry, mill work, and furniture assembly.

What we offer

At Ball State University, we understand the importance of balancing professional responsibilities with personal well-being. That's why we offer a generous paid time off program and 10 holidays a year. Plus, our paid parental leave (6 weeks) is there for life's most significant moments. We offer affordable health and dental insurance, robust short-term disability, long-term disability and life insurance plans, as well a range of retirement benefits to provide financial security to you and your family. These benefits ensure that you can focus on your work and personal growth without worrying about the unexpected. When you work for us, you are family. And to show our support of your family, we will cover 90 percent of your child's (or children's) undergraduate college tuition at Ball State. We do the same for you. In fact, we'll cover 100 percent of the tuition costs for you to earn your undergraduate degree and 80 percent of your graduate tuition. It's just one way we do our part to uplift you. Let's fly together toward a secure and prosperous tomorrow. Curious about our excellent benefits package? We have developed a calculator that shows you the value of our core benefits. Select the Total Compensation Calculator - Service and download our calculator spreadsheet. Goodness requires action to grow. We're dedicated to doing our part to keep goodness growing in Muncie, at our university, and as far beyond as possible. That's where you come in. When you join our team, you become part of goodness in action. Our main priority: uplifting students so they can discover their full potential. This is how we fly. There are about 3,000 full-time faculty and staff in the Ball State University work family. Each brings unique gifts to help us be the kind of institution we want to be. In return, we do our best to take care of them through comprehensive medical and dental plans, a Health Savings Account (which we contribute to), and a whole range of wellness, retirement, and other benefits like covering the cost of tuition at Ball State for you and your family. We can offer you more. Where you live matters just as much as where you work. We get it. That's why we've invested since the very beginning in making our hometown work. On campus, find state-of-the-art facilities and one-of-a-kind arts and cultural events. In Muncie, you'll find a warm and welcoming community with affordable housing and a vibrant downtown arts, food, and music scene. What could be better? You here - for starters. Ball State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, disability, genetic information, ethnicity, national origin or ancestry, age, protected veteran status, or any legally protected status. Ball State provides accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities who can perform the essential functions of the position. Contact Melissa Rubrecht, Director of Employee Relations, at 765-285-1823 for assistance. People and Culture Services Administration Building (AD), Room G008 2000 University Avenue Muncie, IN 47306 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Monday-Friday Phone: [phone] Fax: [phone]