Structural Trades Technician, Carpenter

Milton Hershey School; Hershey (PA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

Milton Hershey School in Hershey, PA, seeks a full-time Carpenter–Structural Trades Tech II to join the Facilities team. Focus areas include carpentry, roofing, painting, masonry, flooring, and general building maintenance.

The schedule is 1:00 pm–9:30 pm, onsite, with shift differential; bargaining unit with Local OPS-464. Qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent and at least 5 years in commercial/residential carpentry and facilities maintenance (or 2 years trade school + 3

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum 5 years of commercial and residential carpentry and facilities maintenance experience, or 2 years of trade school with 3 years' experience.
• Valid PA Driver's License; CDL Class B preferred.
• Experience with masonry structures and fencing is a plus.
• Ability to read blueprints, layouts, and order supplies.
• Experience with renovations/remodeling in commercial and residential spaces.
• Strong organization and ability to manage multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Install, repair, maintain, and inspect carpentry items such as doors, windows, ceilings, and countertops.
• Design and build cabinetry and casework; perform general facility maintenance.
• Maintain safe, functional spaces for students and staff; engage with students.

Skills

Carpentry

Blueprint reading

Equipment operation

Facilities maintenance

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Description

Milton Hershey School (MHS) is one of the world’s best pre-K through 12th grade private schools, where approximately 2,200 students from disadvantaged backgrounds are provided with a cost-free home and a top-notch career-focused education. Thanks to the generosity of Milton and Catherine Hershey in 1909, the school is fully endowed today, with the resources to ensure students can thrive. The school has prepared over 12,000 graduates to lead fulfilling and productive lives and is expanding to serve more students.

MHS is seeking a full-time Carpenter – Structural Trades Tech II to join the team. The primary focus of this role will be carpentry work, including roofing, painting, masonry, flooring, and general building maintenance. This position also requires proficiency in all structural trade disciplines. The ideal candidate will possess journeyman-level skills, demonstrated through a professional examination with a minimum score of 70% and a successful practical skills test. This role requires the ability to perform corrective, proactive, and preventive maintenance across campus facilities, including equipment and infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities: Install, repair, maintain, and perform maintenance and inspections on items related to carpentry, including:

• Doors and hardware (electronic latches, panic hardware, and various locking mechanisms)
• Windows and hardware (with security screens and various locking mechanisms)
• Ceilings and wall partitions (wood, metal, drywall, and bathroom)
• Countertops (Formica, Corian, Surrell)
• Design and construction of cabinetry and casework
• Perform general facility maintenance, ensuring safe, functional spaces for students and staff.

Work Schedule: Full-time Monday - Friday 1:00 pm - 9:30 pm. (40 hours per week with 2 days off). Availability to work 1st shift (7:00 am - 3:30 pm) during the training/onboarding period.

Salary: this is year-round, onsite position with pay at $40.95 an hour, plus shift differential. Bargaining unit position with Local OPS-464.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in commercial and residential carpentry and facilities maintenance, OR 2 years of trade school and 3 years of relevant experience
• Proficiency in working with large equipment.
• Valid PA Driver’s License (CDL Class B preferred).
• Experience with masonry structures and fencing.
• Knowledge of playground equipment is a plus.
• Ability to read blueprints, create layouts, and order supplies.
• Experience with renovations/remodeling in commercial and residential spaces.
• Strong organizational skills, including the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Basic knowledge using Microsoft applications.
• Willingness to proactively engage with students.
• Must demonstrate high integrity, as all MHS staff serve as role models for students.
  

Schedule

Full-time

Job Type

Standard

Job Posting

Aug 3, 2026

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Milton Hershey School does not discriminate in admissions or other programs and services on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, sex, religious creed or disability. .Equal Opportunity Policy