Carpenter, Physical Plant — Lead & Mentor (Salem)

Oregon Inc; Salem (OR); On-site; USD 58,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

The Oregon Department of Corrections is seeking a Carpenter, Physical Plant at Oregon State Correctional Institution in Salem. This full-time posting is limited to current ODOC or OCE employees and involves maintenance, repair, and construction work inside a correctional facility.

You will perform journey-level carpentry, supervise tasks, and ensure compliance with safety and security standards. A four-year carpentry background or apprenticeship and a valid Oregon driver’s license are required.

Qualifications

• Four years of experience as a skilled carpenter or completion of a four-year apprenticeship with form building, rough framing, and blueprint reading.
• Must possess a valid Oregon Driver’s License.
• Ability to coordinate and train staff in carpentry and maintenance work.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate, instruct, and train workers in proper carpentry and maintenance techniques.
• Perform journey-level carpentry, including construction, repair, and maintenance of buildings and fixtures.
• Ensure safety procedures and security requirements are followed.

Skills

General Carpentry

Building Maintenance

Blueprint Interpretation

Tool Management

Work Order Management

Safety Compliance

Leadership

Quality Control

Problem-Solving

Inventory Management

Job description

The Oregon Department of Corrections is seeking a Carpenter, Physical Plant at Oregon State Correctional Institution in Salem. This full-time posting is limited to current ODOC or OCE employees and involves maintenance, repair, and construction work inside a correctional facility.

You will perform journey-level carpentry, supervise tasks, and ensure compliance with safety and security standards. A four-year carpentry background or apprenticeship and a valid Oregon driver’s license are required.