Carpenter II (Journeyman)

Clemson; Seneca, Northern (SC, KY); Hybrid; USD 39,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Clemson University in Seneca, South Carolina, is seeking a skilled carpenter to perform maintenance, remodeling and repairs, using advanced carpentry techniques and leading in the absence of the lead.

Responsibilities include reading blueprints, fabricating wood components, installing doors, trim, shelving, and assisting with walls, ceilings, and drywall, while training and mentoring junior staff and ensuring safety compliance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and trade-related training or experience.
• Ability to read blueprints and plans.
• Strong safety compliance and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Promote a safe workplace and comply with safety policies.
• Design, build, install and repair structural woodwork, cabinetry, floors and ceilings.
• Read and interpret plans; estimate costs and materials for projects.
• Work with other trades to install accesses and scaffolding; maintain building components.
• Lead and mentor others; complete required training and licensing tests.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Safety awareness

Mentorship

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

**JOB SUMMARY:**Performs carpentry and related duties requiring routine and advanced degrees of professional skills and technical knowledge. Performs maintenance, remodeling and repairs involving carpentry. Provides training and mentorship to less experienced employees. Serves as lead in absence of lead. Subject to callback and unscheduled work hours as needed. Perform other duties as assigned.**JOB DUTIES:**10% Safety Promotes a safe workplace and safe work practices. Complies with all applicable OSHA safety mandates and enforcement of University LOTO & PPE policy. Complies with all EPA/DHEC rules. Promotes positive and productive relationships within and between shops.45% Carpentry Maintenance Designs, builds, installs and repairs structural woodwork, flooring, ceilings, and cabinetry. Maintains building appearance and structural integrity, including doors and window trim. Assists in constructing walls, remodeling, and hanging and finishing dry wall, installs and repairs all types of structures and performs related tasks involving interior and exterior finish of carpentry work. Installs structural components of buildings such as joists, braces, wood and metal studs, posts, columns and trusses. Installs and repairs ceilings, siding, wood and metal doors and windows. Installs and repairs walls and floors. Constructs and sets forms. Fabricates, installs and repairs interior components such as shelving, benches, lab tables, cabinets and partitions. Fabricates, refits, and installs doors, locks, and trim.20% Carpentry Construction Reads and comprehends plans and blueprints. Recognizes and selects appropriate lumber types and grades. Makes rough sketches. Estimates cost, time and materials of carpentry projects. Works with customers to provide them with a better product.15% General Maintenance Works with other trades to help them perform their jobs more easily and more safely. Creates accesses in ceilings, walls, and floors. Installs catwalks in ceilings, attics and over objects. Erects safe scaffolding to minimize use of tall ladders.10% Training and Mentorship Leads, guides, and/or trains others in applicable procedures and techniques. Completes the required training and testing to maintain applicable licensing, and compliance for industry and University.**JOB CODE:**KC40**EMPLOYEE TYPE:**Regular FTE Staff**Minimum Requirements:**A high school diploma or equivalent and formal training or trade experience that is directly related to the area of employment.**RESPONSIBILITIES:**JOB KNOWLEDGEComprehensive knowledge of theories, concepts and practices and ability to use in complex, difficult and/or unprecedented situations.SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIESNot responsible for supervising employees.BUDGETARY RESPONSIBILITIESNo fiscal responsibility for the department's budget.**PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:**Sit (stationary position) for prolonged period: 15%Walk or move about: 90%Ascend or descend (i.e. stairs, ladder): 60%Position self to accomplish task (i.e. stoop, kneel, crawl): 60%Move, transport, raise or lower 50 lbs or more: 70%Extends hands or arms in any direction: 80%Stand for Prolonged Period: 90%Use hands or feet to operate or handle machinery, equipment, etc.: 50%Communicate, converse, give direction, express oneself: 50%Recognize or inspect visually: 50%Use taste or smell to detect or determine particular flavors or odors: 10%Perceive, observe, clarity of vision: 75%**WORKING CONDITIONS:**Burn hazards: 45%Overnight travel: 10%Exposure to dust/fumes: 70%Wet and/or humid: 35%Noise: 60%Vibration: 60%Exposure to heat or cold: 70%Mechanical hazards: 50%Radiant hazards: 30%Exposure to bio-hazards (i.e. blood, bodily fluids): 20%Chemical hazards: 40%Electrical hazards: 40%**WORK SCHEDULE:**Standard Hours:40**COMPENSATION INFORMATION:**Expected Salary Range$39,300 - $42,279Salary is dependent upon several factors including, but not limited to, a candidate's previous experience, knowledge, skills and performance in accordance with Clemson's compensation guidelines.**ESSENTIAL PERSONNEL LEVEL:**Emergency Response - In the event of an emergency closure or modified operations, this position is required to respond in order to provide the University's initial response to the emergency situation, including the execution of mission essential functions. Some positions in this category may be required to work remotely or be on call.**JOB LOCATION:**Seneca, SC**APPLICATION DEADLINE:**October 6, 2026**MILITARY AND VETERAN:****Military Equivalency**: Clemson University is proud to allow educational equivalency for military technical certifications and trainings that directly relate to the job duties. **Veteran Preference:** South Carolina provides employment preference to eligible veterans for qualifying full-time permanent positions. To be considered, applicants must meet the minimum qualifications, have been discharged under honorable conditions, and indicate their veteran status in the application by uploading a DD-214 for confidential review. A request for Veteran Preference can be made via the application process. Please contact [e-mail] with any questions or issues.