Carpenter (Open Rank-Multiple Hires)

Florida State University; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Florida State University seeks a skilled Maintenance Worker responsible for carpentry, general repairs, and safe operation of hand and power tools across campus. The role includes installing cabinets, shelving, doors and hardware, and assisting other trades as needed.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent with at least two years of related experience and a valid driver's license. The position is within the Maintenance Department and involves campus-wide responsibilities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and two years of experience or a combination of post high school education and experience equal to two years.
• A valid State of Florida or Georgia Driver’s License or the ability to obtain prior to hire.

Responsibilities

• Builds, erects, installs, and repairs forms, structures, and other fixtures made from wood and other materials to assist with various types of construction projects.
• Installs and/or repairs kitchen cabinets, vanities and shelving units along with other general carpentry duties.
• Repairs furniture tables, chairs, etc.
• Repairs and/or installs new doors and hardware.

Skills

Carpentry

Hand tools

Power tools

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Driver's license

Job description

• Builds, erects, installs, and repairs forms, structures, and other fixtures made from wood and other materials as needed to assist with various types of construction projects. Installs and/or repairs kitchen cabinets, vanities and shelving units along with other general carpentry duties. Repairs furniture tables, chairs, etc. Repairs and/or installs new doors and hardware. Utilizes various hand and power tools to securely build assigned projects. Assists other trades as needed, such as locksmith, plasterer and painters.


• Operates vehicles to carry supplies and travel campus wide to perform various skilled maintenance. Loads and unloads necessary equipment and materials. Reviews plans and work orders to ensure correct completion of scope of work. Documents work performed and orders materials on appropriate departmental forms. Follows established safety rules and regulations and maintains a safe and clean environment. Moves necessary materials around job-site. Cleans up work site debris.


• Responsible for security, safety and maintenance of all equipment, supplies and vehicles. Maintains tools and equipment ensuring all hand and power tools are in proper working condition and reports maintenance problems to the supervisor. Organizes and cleans assigned shop areas. Prepares requests for materials and supplies.


• Performs additional maintenance and supervises helpers as required to include minor plaster, sheet rock repairs and replacement of floor tiles, ceramic tiles, and damaged carpet campus wide.

Department

Maintenance Department

Responsibilities

• Builds, erects, installs, and repairs forms, structures, and other fixtures made from wood and other materials as needed to assist with various types of construction projects. Installs and/or repairs kitchen cabinets, vanities and shelving units along with other general carpentry duties. Repairs furniture tables, chairs, etc. Repairs and/or installs new doors and hardware. Utilizes various hand and power tools to securely build assigned projects. Assists other trades as needed, such as locksmith, plasterer and painters.


• Operates vehicles to carry supplies and travel campus wide to perform various skilled maintenance. Loads and unloads necessary equipment and materials. Reviews plans and work orders to ensure correct completion of scope of work. Documents work performed and orders materials on appropriate departmental forms. Follows established safety rules and regulations and maintains a safe and clean environment. Moves necessary materials around job-site. Cleans up work site debris.


• Responsible for security, safety and maintenance of all equipment, supplies and vehicles. Maintains tools and equipment ensuring all hand and power tools are in proper working condition and reports maintenance problems to the supervisor. Organizes and cleans assigned shop areas. Prepares requests for materials and supplies.


• Performs additional maintenance and supervises helpers as required to include minor plaster, sheet rock repairs and replacement of floor tiles, ceramic tiles, and damaged carpet campus wide.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency and two years of experience or a combination of post high school education and experience equal to two years. Technical or vocational degree may substitute for experience.


• A valid State of Florida or Georgia Driver’s License or the ability to obtain prior to hire.

University Information

One of the nation's elite research universities, Florida State University preserves, expands, and disseminates knowledge in the sciences, technology, arts, humanities, and professions, while embracing a philosophy of learning strongly rooted in the traditions of the liberal arts and critical thinking. Founded in 1851, Florida State University is the oldest continuous site of higher education in Florida. FSU is a community steeped in tradition that fosters research and encourages creativity. At FSU, there’s the excitement of being part of a vibrant academic and professional community, surrounded by people whose ideas are shaping tomorrow’s news!

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Considerations

This is an USPS (University Support Personnel System) position.

This position requires successful completion of a criminal history background check.

Appropriate rank will be determined at time of appointment.

Equal Employment Opportunity

FSU is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.