Construction Technician

DePauw University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer: Women, members of underrepresented groups, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Position will remain open until filled.

This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship at this time.

The Construction Technician position is responsible for performing work associated with interior and exterior building envelopes. This work includes, but is not limited to, construction carpentry, finish carpentry, roofing, wall finishing, flooring, doors and windows, furniture and cabinets, ceilings, and wall hangings. These areas of responsibility can require work as an individual or in a team setting.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Reasonable Accommodations Statement: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Essential Functions Statement(s)

• Rough carpentry: Construction of exterior and interior walls using lumber or metal stud, floor systems, roof systems, stairs, and entryways. Installation of drywall, underlayment, roofing, guttering, doors, windows, etc.
• Finish carpentry: Installation of various floor coverings such as carpet, tile, and hardwood. Installation and repair of ceilings and suspended ceiling systems. Installation of various wall coverings and finishing such as drywall and plaster finish, painting, staining, tile and grouting, etc. Installation of trim work.
• General construction and repair work: Including, but not limited to, installation of indoor and outdoor light fixtures, door and window hardware, and stair systems. Form building for concrete structures and flat work.
• The set up and safe use of wood shop machinery, electric and pneumatic tools, and various hand tools.
• Furniture and cabinet making and repairing.
• Window and door installation and repair.
• General locksmith services: Installing door and window hardware, changing lock cores, cutting keys.
• Installation of wall hangings, interior/exterior decorations, and signage.
• Special event backdrop and stage construction. Construction related to general event preparation.
• Other duties, as assigned.