Carpenter - Classroom Maintenance

Usmd; College Park (MD); On-site; USD 48,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Maryland, College Park is seeking a Maintenance Worker for carpentry to repair and maintain classroom surfaces, fixtures and seating across campus, and to configure spaces to meet required needs. This position performs journey-level carpentry and semi-skilled maintenance with safety as a priority.

Preferred applicants have a High School diploma or GED and four years of progressively responsible carpentry experience, with the ability to read blueprints and use tools effectively

Qualifications

• Four years progressively responsible carpentry experience.
• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Ability to read blueprints and follow specs.

Responsibilities

• Perform carpentry work at journey level.
• Repair and maintain classroom surfaces, fixtures, equipment and seating.
• Configure classrooms according to required needs.
• Ensure safety and wear PPE in all environments.

Skills

Carpentry & joinery

Blueprint reading

Math & measurements

Tools operation

Communication

OSHA safety awareness

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Carpentry tools

Measuring instruments

Job description

Job Description Summary

Organization's Summary Statement: Under general supervision, maintains and repairs classroom surfaces, fixtures, equipment and seating throughout the campus, and configures classroom spaces and seating according to required needs. Performs carpentry work at the journey level. Performs semi-skilled general classroom maintenance and/or preventive maintenance assignments. Preferences: High School diploma or GED desired.

Physical Demands: To work in, on, around, over and under fixed equipment and machinery; to work from ladders and scaffolding; to manipulate heavy equipment, tools, and supplies and/or exert force up to 70 lbs.; to concurrently manipulate multiple controls on equipment and machinery; to work in hazardous or irritating environments, confined spaces, and adverse weather or temperature conditions; to wear and work in personal protective equipment.

Normal work hours consist of four 10 hour days, Tuesday- Friday, 4PM-2:30AM. Personal hand tools are not required for this position. If brought to the job, the University is not responsible for the repair or replacement of lost, stolen or damaged personal property. This position is ineligible for telework. Licenses/ Certifications: Must possess and maintain a valid Maryland Class C Driver’s license or equivalent with fewer than 6 points.

Minimum Qualifications

EDUCATION:

EXPERIENCE: Four years progressively responsible experience in the carpentry trade.

OTHER:

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:

• Comprehensive knowledge of and skill in the methods and techniques of carpentry and joinery; of the qualities and characteristics of wood and materials worked like wood such as plastics and fiberglass.
• Thorough knowledge of and skill in basic mathematics including area, volume, weights, and the practical application of fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions; of OSHA regulations related to the carpentry trade.
• Skill in the use and maintenance of the tools and equipment of the carpentry trade; in measuring, cutting, and installing related materials.
• Ability to read, interpret, and work from blueprints, drawings and specifications; to prepare summaries and reports; to communicate effectively; to work in, on, around, over and under fixed equipment and machinery; to work from ladders and scaffolding; to manipulate heavy equipment, tools, and supplies and/or exert force up to 70 lbs.; to concurrently manipulate multiple controls on equipment and machinery; to work in hazardous or irritating environments, confined spaces, and adverse weather or temperature conditions; to wear and work in personal protective equipment.
• OTHER: Except for qualifications established by law, additional related experience and formal education in which one has gained the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for full performance of the work of the job class may be substituted for the education or experience requirement on a year-for-year basis with 30 college credits being equivalent to one year of experience.

Conditions of Employment

Candidates selected for employment may be subject to medical inquiries and/or medical examinations to determine ability to perform the job. Valid Maryland Non-commercial Class C or equivalent driver’s license may be required. Candidates selected. May be required to be trained to work with asbestos. Additional Job Details Required Application Materials: N/A Best Consideration Date: N/A Posting Close Date: September 16, 2026 Open Until Filled: No Visa Requirement: **This position does not provide sponsorship for Visa** Job Risks Not Applicable to This Position Financial Disclosure Required No For more information on Financial Disclosure, please visit Maryland's State Ethics Commission website.

Department VPA-FM-O&M-Classroom Maintenance Worker Sub-Type Staff Regular Salary Range $48,138.00 - $57,766.00

Benefits Summary

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Background Checks

Offers of employment are contingent on completion of a background check. Information reported by the background check will not automatically disqualify anyone from employment. Before any adverse decision, the finalist will have an opportunity to provide information to the University regarding disclosable background check information. The University reserves the right to rescind the offer of employment or otherwise decline or terminate employment if the information reported by the background check is deemed incompatible with the position, regardless of when the background check is completed.

Employment Eligibility

The successful candidate must complete employment eligibility verification (on Form I-9) by presenting documents that establish identity and work authorization within the timeframe required by federal immigration law, and where applicable, to demonstrate renewed employment authorization. Failure to complete employment eligibility verification or reverification within the timeframe set forth by law may result in suspension or termination of employment.

EEO Statement

The University of Maryland, College Park is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment.

Please read the University’s Equal Employment Opportunity Statement of Policy.

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EEO Statement

The University of Maryland, College Park is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment.

Please read the University’s Equal Employment Opportunity Statement of Policy.

Title IX Non-Discrimination Notice Resources

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