Skilled Tradesman-Carpenter

Arkansas State University; Beebe (AR); On-site; USD 26,325 - 32,176; Full time

Job summary

Arkansas State University-Beebe is seeking a skilled carpenter to perform framing (wood and metal studs), drywall installation, suspended ceilings, solid and hollow core door installation, and concrete finishing. The role requires experience with carpentry tools and occasional support for other trades within the department.

Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma plus specialized schooling or on-the-job training and at least 5 years of related experience, along with a valid Arkansas

Qualifications

• High school diploma plus specialized schooling and/or on-the-job education in a specific skilled area.
• Minimum 5 years related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Suspended ceiling repair.
• Concrete finishing.
• Framing.
• Assist other trades to complete joint projects.
• Process daily work orders.
• General carpentry duties using hand and power tools.
• Repair and build structures using wood, sheet rock, and roofing.
• Maintain inventory on tools and parts specific to the trade.

Skills

Framing

Drywall installation

Ceiling installation

Door installation

Concrete finishing

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Power tools

Hand tools

Job description

Special Instructions

NOTE: If you are a veteran, disabled veteran, or spouse of a deceased veteran and would like Veteran’s Preference, we will need to see proof of status in order to grant that. Please see Veteran’s Preference section of the application for specific proof.

Applicants for this position with ASU-Beebe must have work authorization that does not now or in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the United States and with ASU-Beebe such as H1-B, F-1 (CPT/OPT), TN or any other status.

U.S. Department of Labor

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

ASU-Beebe is seeking a carpenter with skills in the following areas: Framing (wood and metal studs), drywall installation, suspended ceilings installation, solid and hollow core door installation, and the ability to finish concrete. Experience with all tools related to the carpentry profession is also required. This employee will also at times assist the other skilled trades within the department.

JOB DUTIES :

• Suspended ceiling repair
• Concrete Finishing
• Framing
• Assist other tradesman to complete projects that require multiple departments to work together
• Process daily work orders as assigned
• General carpentry duties using hand and power tools
• Repair and build structures using necessary materials, such as wood, sheet rock, and roofing
• Maintains inventory on tools and parts specific to assigned trade

Required Qualifications

High school, plus specialized schooling and/or on the job education in a specific skill area plus 5 years related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience and a valid Arkansas Driver’s License are required.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of methods, practices, and safety precautions in one or more of the skilled trades. Knowledge of the accepted practices, processes, materials, and tools of the various skilled trades. Knowledge of the laws and regulations relating to one or more of the skilled trades. Ability to provide mathematical and analytical skills necessary to do material estimates for one or more of the skilled trades. Ability to read and interpret blueprints, manuals, schematics, building plans, and/or work drawings. Ability to understand verbal and written instructions. Ability to maintain inventory on needed parts and tools for one or more of the skilled trades.

Preferred Qualifications

Minimum Salary or Salary Range

Minimum Salary or Salary Range $29,251

Physical Activities

• Stand
• Stand regularly
• Walk
• Walk regularly
• Sit
• Sit occasionally
• Use hand to finger, handle, or feel
• Reach with hands and arms
• Climb or balance
• Stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl
• Talk or Hear
• Taste or smell
• Taste or smell regularly

Physical Exertion

• Up to 10 pounds
• Up to 25 pounds
• Up to 50 pounds
• Up to 50 pounds occasionally
• Up to 100 pounds
• Up to 100 pounds regularly
• More than 100 pounds

Vision Requirements

Does this position have any special vision requirements? Check all that apply. Close vision, Distance vision, Color vision, Peripheral vision, Depth perception, Ability to adjust focus

This position will be subject to a pre-employment criminal, sex-offender registry background check. In cases where pre-determined, an additional financial/credit history/ background check may be required as well. Convictions that have been sealed or legally eradicated and misdemeanor convictions for which probation was completed and the case was dismissed, will be excluded. Disclosure does not constitute an automatic bar to employment. Factors such as dates of the offense, seriousness and nature of the violation, rehabilitation and position applied for will be taken into account.

Background Check Requirements Criminal Background

Arkansas State University-Beebe shall provide equal opportunity for employment to all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status, and shall strive to achieve full and equal employment opportunity throughout our campuses for faculty and staff. Our goal is to foster a workplace community where individuals are valued for their diverse backgrounds and differences.

Posting Number

Posting Number NC3262014

Open Date

Open Date 03/31/2026

Close Date

Open Until Filled No

Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Unofficial Transcripts

Optional Documents

• Other
• Proof of Veteran's Preference

ASU-Beebe is a public two-year college with its main campus located in Beebe, Arkansas on the 67/167 corridor approximately 35 miles north of the state's capital of Little Rock.

ASU-Beebe has campuses located in Beebe, Heber Springs, Searcy, Little Rock Air Force Base, and online.