Carpenter, UMKC Campus Facilities, 27683

University of Missouri-Kansas City; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Carpenter to join their Campus Facilities Management team. This role involves performing journey-level construction, maintenance, and repair of campus structures. You will ensure all work meets industry standards while conducting periodic inspections to uphold quality and safety. With a vibrant community and a supportive work environment, this position offers competitive benefits and a hiring incentive, making it a great opportunity for those passionate about construction and maintenance.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Educational Discounts

Qualifications

• 4+ years experience in carpentry or building trade.
• Strong knowledge of tools, methods, and materials.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and repairs on campus structures.
• Construct and install fixtures using various tools.

Skills

Carpentry

Blueprint Reading

Heavy Lifting

Tool Knowledge

Education

High School Diploma

Vocational Training in Building Trade

Tools

Carpenter's Hand Tools

Power Tools

Job description

Apply for Job Job ID: 54980 Location: UMKC Volker Campus Full/Part Time: Full-Time Hiring Department: Campus Facilities Management (CFM) Learn more about our team here: https://www.umkc.edu/finadmin/campus-facilities/ Position Location: UMKC Volker Campus Job Description: We are seeking a skilled Carpenter to join the Campus Facilities Management (CFM) team. In this role, you will perform journey-level construction, maintenance, repair, and alteration of campus structures and equipment. Your expertise will help ensure that all work meets industry standards and project specifications, with periodic inspections to uphold quality, safety, and accepted standards of the trade.

Key Responsibilities

1. Perform repair, service, and maintenance of the physical structure of one or more buildings.
2. Perform or assist with construction, maintenance, repair, alteration of campus structures, equipment, and other building components and accessories. Assemble materials and tools. Clean, sharpen, and adjust tools as required.
3. Construct, erect, install, and repair structures and fixtures of wood, plywood, and wallboard, using carpenter's hand tools and power tools in conformance with local building codes. Prepare layout, using rule, framing square, and calipers. Mark cutting and assembly lines on materials, using pencil, chalk, and marking gage. Shape materials to prescribed measurements, using saws, chisels, and planes. Assemble, cut, and shape materials and fasten them together with nails, dowel pins, or glue. Verify trueness of structures with plumb bob and carpenter's level.
4. Study blueprints, sketches, or building plans for information pertaining to type of material required and dimensions of structure or fixture to be fabricated, as well as preparation of cost estimates, maintenance of records, and reports.
5. May perform or assist in performing tasks such as erecting metal or wood frameworks, covering sub-floors, installing floors, roofing, windows, doors, partitions, hardware, and other fixtures, as well as building stairs and laying out partitions.
6. Perform construction, maintenance, repair, and alterations of the building structure. May repair woodwork, install screens, cabinets, and window glass, repair doors and door closures.
7. Utilize a variety of tools and mechanical equipment for repair, maintenance, and service of the building. Notify supervisor of tasks requiring other trades staff.
8. Assist with preparation of cost estimates, material orders, reports, and maintenance of records.
9. Perform other duties as assigned.

Shift: 7:00am to 3:30pm, Monday through Friday Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent, with comparable knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Four years of work experience and training in a building trade, including apprenticeship or vocational training.
• Knowledge of tools, methods, and materials used in the trade.
• Valid Missouri driver's license.
• Ability to read blueprints, plans, and drawings.
• Ability to lift heavy objects (50-75 lbs.), shovel snow, climb ladders, and operate heavy equipment.
• May require wearing a respirator or SCBA depending on work performed.

Anticipated Hiring Range: Commensurate with education, experience, and internal equity. Position eligible for a $1,500 hiring incentive. Application Deadline: Open until filled; review begins immediately. Community Information: Kansas City offers a vibrant mix of arts, nightlife, shopping, sports, and renowned cuisine, especially barbecue. UMKC campuses are centrally located near popular neighborhoods and attractions. Benefit Eligibility: This position is eligible for university benefits including medical, dental, vision, retirement, paid time off, disability, parental and caregiver leave, and educational discounts. For details, visit https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits Equal Employment Opportunity: The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ADA accommodations can be requested by calling 816-235-6910.