Carpenter

George Washington University; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Retirement savings

Time off & leave

Tuition benefits

Job summary

George Washington University is seeking a skilled Carpenter for its Facilities Buildings & Grounds team at Foggy Bottom, Washington, DC. The role supports remodeling, fabrication, and repairs across campus with a 40-hour workweek and on-site duties.

You will follow blueprints, repair doors and furniture, lay flooring, install window glass, and help estimate project costs, while meeting DC Building Code safety standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED plus at least 1.5 years of relevant professional experience.
• OR a Bachelor’s degree or higher in a relevant field, conferred by the start date.
• Equivalent combinations of education, training, and experience will be considered.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Follow written job orders, blueprints, and sketches to build, restore, and repair doors, partitions, and walls to aid remodeling and alterations of buildings and offices.
• Build, repair, finish, and refinish furniture, including cabinets, bookcases, cornices, and paneling.
• Lay and repair linoleum and tile.
• Repair and remodel window frames and install window glass.
• Operate and maintain shop equipment and tools such as sanders, planes, lathes, power saws, and drills.
• Assign, inspect, and assist with work orders performed by peers on large jobs, ensuring safety standards and applicable D.C. Building Code regulations are followed.
• Assist with estimating the costs, time, manpower, and material needed for projects.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Valid driver's license

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree or higher in a relevant field

Equivalent combinations of education, training, and experience

Tools

Power tools

Shop equipment operation

Job description

Job Overview

Facilities Buildings & Grounds (FBG) is currently seeking a Carpenter to support the University’s mission and vision in Facilities Services. The position is part of GWU’s Division of Safety and Operations, maintaining property and grounds across all three campuses. Work hours are 7:00 am to 4:00 pm with a rotating holiday and weekend schedule.

Responsibilities

• Follow written job orders, blueprints, and sketches to build, restore, and repair doors, partitions, and walls to aid remodeling and alterations of buildings and offices.
• Build, repair, finish, and refinish furniture, including cabinets, bookcases, cornices, and paneling.
• Lay and repair linoleum and tile.
• Repair and remodel window frames and install window glass.
• Operate and maintain shop equipment and tools such as sanders, planes, lathes, power saws, and drills.
• Assign, inspect, and assist with work orders performed by peers on large jobs, ensuring safety standards and applicable D.C. Building Code regulations are followed.
• Assist with estimating the costs, time, manpower, and material needed for projects.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED plus at least 1.5 years of relevant professional experience.
• OR a Bachelor’s degree or higher in a relevant field, conferred by the start date.
• Equivalent combinations of education, training, and experience will be considered.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Proven leadership with integrity and success in prior roles, able to apply sound judgment and lead a diverse group of trades staff.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with ability to work collegially across all organizational levels.
• Sensitivity to academic disciplines and issues; ability to work across multiple settings and promote diversity in the workplace.
• Experience and appreciation for data and analytics required for meaningful management decisions.
• Comfort with matrix organizational structures and results‑oriented performance.

Personal Characteristics

• Commitment to GW’s values, intellectual integrity, honesty, and high ethical standards.
• Passionate, collaborative, strategic, and hands‑on with a roll‑up‑the‑sleeves orientation.
• Independent, self‑starter, hard worker, high energy, and highly responsive.
• Accountable and takes ownership of responsibilities and commitments.
• Open, direct communicator who prioritizes organizational interests.
• Strong intellect combined with practical common sense for effective execution.
• Initiative, strong desire to succeed, and ability to exert extraordinary effort.
• Adaptable to fast‑paced, high‑growth, entrepreneurial environments.
• Respectful collaboration with faculty and staff, establishing trust with institutional leadership.
• Seeks win‑win solutions to foster integration and collaboration.
• Positive can‑do attitude, flexible and receptive to change.

Benefits

GW offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, life & disability insurance, time off & leave, retirement savings, tuition, well‑being and voluntary benefits. For program details and eligibility, please visit https://hr.gwu.edu/benefits-programs.

Location and Schedule

Foggy Bottom, Washington, D.C. Full‑time, 40 hours per week. Onsite work is required with a rotating holiday and weekend schedule.

EEO Statement

The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.