"Carpenter - Internal Applicant Only"

General Requirements

High school graduate or G.E.D. equivalent. Technical vocational training related to job duties would be helpful. Minimum of five years experience as a journeyperson level carpenter with ability to start a job from the beginning and follow through to completion or in a related field. Must have the ability to perform carpentry repair on building interiors, floors, walls, ceilings, doors, locks, and roofing. Additional education may be considered in lieu of experience.

Must be a current Sam Houston State University employee in order to be considered for this position.

Nature & Purpose of Position/Usual Duties

To provide journeyperson skills in the performance of carpentry and general knowledge of building construction. Responsible for construction of minor, major, or complex carpentry work which includes extensive repair work, using prints and performing completed construction assignments.

Primary Responsibilities

Duties include but are not necessarily limited to the following: Responsible for construction assignments, working from prints, sketches, or verbal descriptions. Responsible for job from beginning to end. Responsible for planning, layouts, cost estimates, and material ordering. Uses various complex carpenter skills needed for each job, including major roofing repair, cement projects such as slabs and walkways, brick and block repair, floor tile work, cabinet and furniture repair, metal stud construction, and hanging drywall, taping and floating, lathe and plaster repair and installing suspended ceilings. Performs general building maintenance, minor plumbing, electrical, installs and/or repairs door locks, door hardware and window hardware. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Department: Residence Life Maintenance

Occupational Category: Skilled Craft

Hiring Salary: Monthly-Staff

Categories: Facilities//Maintenance/Trades, Staff/Administrative