Carpenter (2 positions)

Colgate University; Village of Hamilton (NY); On-site; USD 105,676,000 - 137,378,000; Full time

Job summary

Colgate University is seeking an on-site carpenter/journeyperson to construct, repair and maintain wood and masonry structures on the Hamilton campus. The role requires coordinating with campus customers, delivering quality trades work, and adhering to safety standards.

The position involves patching drywall, installing doors/windows, tile work, and operating power tools. Candidates should have a high school diploma, trade school credentials, or journeyman experience, with OSHA 10 preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with carpentry journeyperson level experience.
• Trade school certification or equivalent combined with field experience.
• OSHA 10-hour training preferred.

Responsibilities

• Constructs, erects, and repairs wood and masonry structures and fixtures.
• Patch sheet rock, plaster repairs, and perform trim work; cabinetry repairs.
• Install and repair various door and window systems; perform tile installations.
• Coordinate work with campus customers and other trades; maintain safety practices.

Skills

Carpentry

Sheetrock hanging/patching

Masonry and tiling

Door/window systems installation

Safety & PPE

Basic computer skills (Word, Excel, Gm

Education

High School diploma

Trade school certification

Carpentry journeyperson experience

OSHA 10-hour training

Job description

Work Arrangement type On-Site (Hamilton, NY) – expected to work fully at the designated campus/office location.

Hiring Wage/Salary Range

Hiring Wage/Salary Range JO-7: $36.88

Professional Experience/ Qualifications

• Experience with hanging and patching sheet rock, as well as plaster repairs.
• Experience in performing trim work, making cabinetry and furniture repairs, constructing framing, etc.
• Experience with installation and repair various commercial and residential door/window systems.
• Experience in varies types of suspension ceiling grids and tiles.
• Previous masonry and tiling experience.
• Experience interacting with team members and other campus constituents with a positive attitude.
• Experience working independently, as well as part of a team and coordinating with other trade shops.
• Must have basic computer skills including Microsoft Word, Excel, Gmail, with the ability to use computer programs to complete work order entries, material procurement, estimating, and other shop related activities.
• Commercial and Residential construction work settings.
• Able to work nights, weekends and holidays, as may be required.
• Must be capable of working in a setting with a diverse group of students, faculty, staff and visitors on a daily basis.
• Must be able and capable of learning new systems.

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated communication skills (verbal and written).
• Completion of Trade school desired.
• 10‑hour Osha training course
• Additional experience painting.
• Knowledgeable in NYS Building Codes.

Education

High School diploma (or equivalent) is required or a combination or education and experience from which comparable skills have been acquired is required.

At least one of the following is required:

• Certification from a 4 or 5 year accredited carpentry apprentice program and 2 years of carpentry journeyperson level field experience.
• Graduation from 2 year certified construction trade school plus 3 years of actively working in the carpentry field at journeyperson level.
• Proof of 5 consecutive years as a journeyperson carpenter in the field.

Certifications

A current valid driver’s license, in accordance with the University’s Driver Safety and Motor Vehicle Use Policy is required.

When extending an offer, Colgate University considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and organizational considerations.

Physical Requirements

• Outdoor work and occasional extreme temperatures as required.
• Responsible for following all procedures to conduct work activities in a safe manner including, but not limited to, wearing PPE required for specific duties and safe handling of chemicals and tools as outlined by University policies and / or the Facilities Management team.
• Responsible for immediately reporting any unsafe conditions to Management and / or Environmental Health and Safety.
• Required to wear a NIOSH (National Institute of Occupational Health and Safety) approved respirator and personal protective equipment.
• Ability to work in a variety of environmental conditions as needed including exposure to heights, high speed power tools.
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand, stoop, bend, reach and climb. Must be comfortable with exposure to heights (ladders, scaffolding, lifts).

Other Information

Colgate University bargaining unit employees must apply by 08/14/2026 to be considered.

Colgate University offers a competitive benefits package, with most benefits effective on the date of hire. Highlights include: medical, dental, vision, retirement contributions, paid time off, paid family leave, health & wellness, continuing education and professional development. We also offer unique perks, such as free parking, gym discounts, bookstore savings, athletic tickets, and access to cultural and recreational facilities. Explore the full benefits package on our Benefits page .

Department Statement

It is the mission of the Facilities Department at Colgate University to create the safest, cleanest, and most comfortable environment that further distinguishes Colgate University as a world‑class educational institution. We work hard as part of a unified team, to make everyone who arrives on campus feel welcomed.

“One team, one mission”

Accountabilities

The Facilities Department provides the physical environment, utilities, and facilities support services necessary to promote the educational and research activities of the university. To ensure quality service to our community, we provide strong coordination and communications between multi-functional groups and our customers, with a customer-oriented approach. Training and development of self‑directed teams promotes a work environment that encourages employee initiative, engagement and development.

Duties and accountabilities include:

• Constructs, erects, installs and repairs wood and masonry structures and fixtures of wood working from blueprints, drawings, written or oral instructions.
• Proficient in installation of multiple wall hangings (Vinyl, acoustical, draperies, etc.).
• Proficient with the use of hand and power tools, such as hammer, trowels, screw guns, table, chop saws, etc., essential to perform all assigned duties.
• Remove, hang, patch sheet rock, make plaster repairs, perform trim work and make cabinetry and furniture repairs.
• Mix mortar, build, erect and repair stone, brick structures such as walls, sidewalks, curbstones and perform ceramic and quarry tile installations.
• Perform associated preparation work (i.e. form and frame work, trim setting, erect scaffolding.)
• Conducts own layout for assigned jobs which includes estimating labor hours, materials and support staff needed and maintains accurate record of labor and materials ordered.
• Perform minor roof work and repairs.
• Prepare, tape and finish unfinished sheetrock or similar materials.
• Maintain a spirit of cooperation, exercising self‑discipline, diplomacy, and tact in dealing with all other university personnel.
• Perform repairs on door hardware and locking systems.
• Perform repairs on multiple different door and window systems. (IE. Hollow metal frames, Aluminum storefront, sliding, etc.)
• Work independently, without direct supervision, and coordinate work with others.
• Works under the direction of the carpenter foreperson.
• Work closely with campus customers to understand their needs, to coordinate and schedule work and close out jobs.
• Work closely with other Architectural Trades Journeypersons and help team members as needed.
• Oversee outside contractors work to ensure Colgate standards are met and must be able to oversee apprentices and/or summer and casual wage hires.
• Recording work order entries, material and labor, in a timely and accurate manner.
• Demonstrates ability to provide professional communications in all interactions, including face‑to‑face, phone, radio or written.
• Demonstrates ability to listen to customers and transfer to actual needs and appropriately provide solutions and information for all types of users.
• Demonstrates ability to diffuse the most challenging situations and remain calm and focused and elevate as required.
• Demonstrates use of all safety regulations (federal, state and local), as well as Colgate policies, practices and procedures to carry out duties in a safe manner related to carrying out duties.
• Demonstrates an ability to work as part of a unified team, with positive relationships with all members of the department.
• Demonstrates strong coordination and communication between multi‑functional teams to get the job done and done well.

Requisition Number

Requisition Number 2026S058Posting

Temporary

Temporary No

Work Schedule

Monday – Friday 7:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m., must be available for on‑call and scheduled overtime, including nights, weekends and holidays, as may be required.

Job Open Date

Job Open Date 08/07/2026

Job Close Date

Open Until Filled No

Special Instructions Summary

EEO Statement

The University recognizes that equal employment opportunity can only be achieved through demonstrated leadership. It is the Policy of the University to recruit, employ, retain, promote, and train employees on the basis of skills and experience, capacity to do the job, and valid job qualifications without regard to any characteristics protected by applicable local, state or federal laws.

Clery Act

CAMPUS CRIME REPORTING AND STATISTICS

The Department of Campus Safety will provide upon request a copy of Colgate’s Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. This report includes statistics as reported to the United States Department of Education for the previous three years concerning reported: 1. crimes that occurred on-campus; in certain off‑campus buildings or property owned or controlled by Colgate University; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from, the campus and 2. fires that occurred in student housing facilities. The report also includes institutional policies concerning campus security and fire safety, such as policies concerning sexual assault, life safety systems, and other related matters. You may access the report from the Clery Compliance web page at: https://www.colgate.edu/about/offices-centers-institutes/dean-college/campus-safety-staff/clery-compliance . Printed copies of this report may be obtained upon request from the Department of Campus Safety via e‑mail at [e-mail] .

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