Senior Carpenter: Complex Projects & Repairs

Dartmouth College; Hanover (NH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Dartmouth College is seeking a Carpenter III to perform maintenance and complex carpentry across academic and administrative facilities in Hanover, NH. The role requires planning, executing, and supervising high-level carpentry work while coordinating with staff and building occupants.

The candidate should bring 8–10 years of relevant carpentry experience, read blueprints, and be skilled with hand and power tools. A valid driver's license and ability to work overtime are needed.

Qualifications

• High School GED or equivalent required.
• Eight- to 10 years of relevant carpentry experience.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Able to plan, execute and complete complex projects.
• Must be proficient with hand and power tools.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and repair across campus buildings and utilities.
• Lead or assist carpentry projects, ensuring high quality standards.
• Read plans and sketches; create sketches as needed.
• Coordinate work with occupants and other trades personnel.
• Maintain tools and order materials for repairs.

Skills

Plan complex carpentry work

Read and interpret drawings

Shop math

Communication with occupants

High attention to safety

Able to work overtime

Driver's license

Use hand and power tools

Education

High School + 5+ years experience

Tools

Power tools

Hand tools

Machinery/Shop equipment

Job description

Dartmouth College is seeking a Carpenter III to perform maintenance and complex carpentry across academic and administrative facilities in Hanover, NH. The role requires planning, executing, and supervising high-level carpentry work while coordinating with staff and building occupants.

The candidate should bring 8–10 years of relevant carpentry experience, read blueprints, and be skilled with hand and power tools. A valid driver's license and ability to work overtime are needed.