Carpentry Supervisor, Campus Facilities

University of St. Thomas; Fort Snelling Unorganized Territory (MN); On-site; USD 41,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Remission

Generous Retirement Contributions

Comprehensive Health Coverage

Fully Paid Insurance

Paid Parental Leave

Job summary

The University of St. Thomas is seeking a Carpenter Supervisor within Facilities Maintenance to direct carpentry and locksmith work, coordinate maintenance projects, and supervise a team of tradespeople.

The role emphasizes efficiency, safety, and service quality across campus facilities. You will oversee daily operations, plan summer turnover housing maintenance, manage small renovation projects, and maintain strong communication with campus stakeholders to ensure work is completed on time and

Qualifications

• Formal carpentry training and apprenticeship completed.
• Or seven years of on‑the‑job carpentry with supervisory experience.
• Must possess a valid Minnesota driver’s license with no violations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily carpentry, painting, and locksmith operations; assign work and manage budgets.
• Plan residence hall turnover maintenance, coordinate with campus partners, ensure occupancy timelines.
• Manage small to medium renovation projects with schedules and cost estimates.
• Use CMMS to prioritize and close work orders, monitor backlog and reporting.
• Maintain customer communications and coordinate shutdowns and occupancy needs.
• Ensure OSHA, building, fire, and ADA/safety compliance; apply safety requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Minnesota driver's license

Education

Carpentry trade program + formal apprenticeship

Seven years of carpentry with supervisory experience

Job description

The University of St. Thomas is seeking a Carpenter Supervisor within Facilities Maintenance to direct carpentry and locksmith work, coordinate maintenance projects, and supervise a team of tradespeople.

The role emphasizes efficiency, safety, and service quality across campus facilities. You will oversee daily operations, plan summer turnover housing maintenance, manage small renovation projects, and maintain strong communication with campus stakeholders to ensure work is completed on time and