Carpenter: CREATING POOL OF APPLICANTS FOR PERMANENT AND EXTRA HELP

Illinois State University; Normal (IL); On-site; USD 46,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Illinois State University in Normal, IL seeks a journeyman carpenter to perform professional carpentry work. This posting creates a pool of applicants for permanent and extra help openings, with starting rate around $40.75 per hour.

Responsibilities include climbing to heights, lifting, kneeling, and safely using a variety of wood, fastening, and anchoring devices. Applicants must have a high school diploma or equivalent and relevant carpenter experience or apprenticeship, plus a valid driver's

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of a recognized carpenter apprenticeship or 4 years journeyman-level carpenter experience.
• Valid Class D or above driver’s license.
• Pre-employment physical after offer.

Responsibilities

• Perform professional carpentry work at the journeyman level.
• Climb to heights of 40' or more and/or depths.
• Lift up to 70 lbs.
• Carry drywall up to 8' unassisted and 12' with assistance.
• Kneel, crouch, and bend for extended periods.

Skills

Woodworking knowledge

Tool proficiency

Computer skills

Driver's license

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Carpenter Apprenticeship or 4 years journeyman experience

Tools

Carpentry tools knowledge

Job description

Title: Carpenter: CREATING POOL OF APPLICANTS FOR PERMANENT AND EXTRA HELP

Division Name: Finance and Planning

Department: Building Maintenance

General Summary

To perform professional carpentry work at the journeyman level.

Required Qualifications

1. High school diploma or equivalent.
2. Successful completion of a recognized carpenter apprenticeship program or four (4) years (48 months) of full-time journeyman-level Carpenter experience (the trade for this purpose shall include work normally performed by carpenters, millworkers, floor layers, and any other classifications encompassed within the scope of work included in these trade categories).
3. Valid Class D or above driver’s license.
4. A final candidate must complete a post-offer pre-employment physical exam. Employment is contingent on the successful result of the pre-employment physical.

Desired Qualifications

1. Familiar with various types of wood, fastening and anchoring devices.
2. Ability to determine what tool is used for various jobs, as well as properly and safely use them.
3. Must have proficient computer skills.
4. Valid state issued driver's license and be able to operate a motor vehicle.

Work Hours

Will vary based on openings (either extra help or permanent)

Functional Expectations

Must be able to complete the following with or without a reasonable accommodation:
1. Ability to climb to heights of 40' or more and/or depths (trenches, hoistways, etc.).
2. Ability to lift 70 lbs.
3. Ability to climb a minimum of 2 flights of stairs and/or 300 feet.
4. Ability to carry 8' of drywall unassisted and 12' of drywall with assistance.
5. Ability to lift weights of 60 lbs. overhead for short periods of time.
6. Ability to kneel, crouch, bend at waist for extended periods of time.

Proposed Starting Date

Will vary based on openings (either extra help or permanent)

Salary Rate / Pay Rate

$40.75 per hour

Optional Applicant Documents

Certification of Retirement Annuity

Special Instructions for Applicants

This job posting is intended to create a pool of qualified candidates for future permanent AND Extra Help openings. There may not be an actual opening at the time of application.

Important Information for Applicants

A final candidate (for a permanent position) must complete a post-offer pre-employment physical exam. Employment is contingent on the successful result of the pre-employment physical.

In order to be eligible for Veteran's Preference points on the exam, appropriate military service documentation, such as a DD214, may be sent by fax, mailed or delivered to Human Resources by the deadline date indicated on the posting.

Fax: [phone], Attn: Colette Homan
Address: Illinois State University
Human Resources
Campus Box 1300
Normal, IL 61790-1300

This position is represented by Carpenters Local 237.

Sponsorship: Applicants for this position must be currently legally authorized to work for Illinois State University in the United States. Illinois State University will not sponsor or take over the sponsorship of an employment visa for this opportunity. Illinois State University is not a qualifying employer for the STEM OPT benefit: only the 12-month OPT may be used to work at Illinois State University.

Information Specific to Benefit Eligible Employees Only:

University Benefit Highlights:
Insurance benefits, including health, dental, vision, and life
Retirement and supplemental retirement planning options
Tuition waiver benefits available to staff as well as their eligible dependents
Paid holiday/administrative closures during Thanksgiving and Winter Breaks
Paid benefit time
For more University Benefit information, including information regarding eligibility to participate in the State Universities Retirement System and the State of Illinois Group Insurance program can be reviewed here: https://hr.illinoisstate.edu/benefits/

Information Specific to Extra Help Only:

Employees are only paid for hours worked.

There is no guarantee that working as Extra Help will lead to or secure permanent employment.

Extra Help employees are paid prevailing rate per the trade. They may work full-time hours throughout their employment as Extra Help, however they are not to exceed 900 hours.

Benefits include time away from work for eligible employees and the option to participate in the University’s 403(b) Plan

Applicants for this position must be authorized to work in the U.S. without ISU sponsorship. Sponsorship for work authorization will not be considered for this position.

Contact Information for Applicants

Colette Homan
Human Resources
309-438-8848
[e-mail]

Important Information for Applicants

This position is subject to a criminal background investigation based on University Policy 3.1.30 and any offer of employment is contingent upon you passing a satisfactory criminal background investigation. You may not begin work until the criminal background investigation results have been received and cleared by Human Resources.

Illinois State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or other state or federal law you may request an accommodation by contacting the Office of Equal Opportunity and Access at [phone]. The Office of Equal Opportunity and Access will hold any confidential information you provide in confidence.

If you are having difficulty accessing the system, please call Human Resources at [phone].