Supervising Carpenter

California State University, Fullerton; Fullerton (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

California State University, Fullerton is seeking a Supervising Carpenter to lead the Carpenter Shop within Capital Programs and Facilities Management. The role requires journey-level carpentry skills, supervisory experience, and the ability to coordinate staffing and materials for multiple projects.

The position offers a Monday–Friday schedule, background checks, and a commitment to safety and service. Excellent English communication and customer-service mindset are essential for campus

Qualifications

• Two years of journey-lead carpenter experience.
• Strong supervisory practices and project coordination knowledge.
• Ability to direct skilled trades, plan staffing and materials, and keep records.

Responsibilities

• Lead Carpenter Shop activities for multiple projects.
• Coordinate staffing, materials, and equipment needs.
• Ensure accurate record-keeping and project scheduling.

Skills

Supervisory leadership

Customer service

English communication

Tools

CMMS

Job description

Supervising Carpenter

Classificaiton: Supervising Carpenter

Department: Capital Programs and Facilities Management (CPFM) within the Division of Administration and Finance is committed to planning, developing, and maintaining a safe, sustainable, and high-quality learning and working environment for the campus community. Facilities Management provides oversight of university resources and assets and is responsible for the development of the University's facilities including land use planning, capital improvement, project development, construction, as well as facilities operations and maintenance including custodial services, landscape services, building trade services, mechanical and electrical, and recycling services. We seek an exceptional individual to join our Carpenter Shop team as the Supervising Carpenter. The ideal candidate in this role should have a positive attitude and an active, energetic mind characterized by highly ethical practices and a commitment to inclusivity, openness, flexibility, integrity, and kindness.

Salary Range: $6,705 - $7,856 per month

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Essential Qualifications:

Previous experience equal to two years as a journey-lead carpenter. Possess a thorough knowledge of effective supervisory practices and techniques and a working knowledge of job design and work sequencing related to construction projects. Able to plan and direct the work of skilled crafts workers and their semi-skilled assistants; determine and coordinate staffing, material and equipment needs for multiple jobs and projects; and ensure accuracy and maintenance of assigned record-keeping systems. Ability to use a computer to complete work assignments. Ability to communicate effectively in English to a wide variety of people; excellent customer service skill.

A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily and is required for employment. CSU will make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to complete the background check satisfactorily may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience supervising a wide variety of skilled trades employees involved in the building trades. Knowledge of building codes and related regulatory requirements. Broad knowledge of construction methods and techniques. Experience with managing work and running reports in a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS). Exceptional communication skills that proactively manage client expectations and demonstrate a high level of customer service and professionalism.

Special Working Conditions:

https://www.fullerton.edu/civilrights/index.html#box5

Will carry master keys. Works on pitched and flat roofs. Works at heights using aerial lifts or other assisted equipment, such as scaffolding, etc. Requires journey level carpentry skills. Must be willing and medically capable of working with or around asbestos after receiving specific training.

Additional Information:

California State University, Fullerton is committed to fostering an environment where students, staff, administrators, and faculty thrive. We welcome individuals ready to make an impact on student and staff success to apply and become part of the Titan Community. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self-disclose.

Cal State Fullerton is an equal opportunity employer that prohibits discrimination based on regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity, national origin, or any other protected status.

As of January 1, 2022, the https://calstate.policystat.com/policy/10899725/latest/ prohibits the hiring of employees to perform CSU-related work outside the state of California.

Applicants will be required to disclose whether they have received a final administrative decision or final judicial decision determining that they have committed sexual harassment within the last 7 years only after a determination is made that they meet the minimum qualifications for the position, and before an offer of employment is extended. Applicants who reach the final stages of the application process must also sign a release form that authorizes the release of information by the applicant's current and/or former employers to the CSU concerning any substantiated allegations of misconduct.

Multiple positions may be hired from this recruitment based on the strength of the applicant pool.

If you are applying for a staff position, please note that you are not eligible to work concurrently in a staff position and an Academic Student position such as a Graduate Assistant, Teaching Associate, Instructional Student Assistant, or Student Assistant position.

Regular attendance is considered an essential job function; the inability to meet attendance requirements may preclude the employee from retaining employment.

Employee/applicant who applies for a position may be required to successfully complete job-related performance test(s) as part of the selection process.

California State University, Fullerton is not currently sponsoring any new H-1B petitions for staff, management, or faculty positions.

Application Deadline: Oct 15, 2026 (9:00 PM)