Carpenter

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Constructs, erects, installs, or repairs structures and fixtures made of wood and all other substitute materials including partitions, joists, studding, and rafters; wood stairways, window and doorframes, floor coverings, and acoustical ceilings to ensure adequate, safe and operable institutional facilities.

Key Job Responsibilities:

• Interprets blueprints and drawings to determine specifications and to calculate the materials and equipment required. Discusses project plan with customer/client

• Gathers materials, prepares work area, and maintains equipment and supplies needed for jobs

• Performs skilled carpentry work according to established trade standards and applicable building and safety codes

• Reviews finished projects with client/customer. Maintains records and reports of work status and completion according to established deadlines and expectations

• Cleans work area upon completion of projects according to established guidelines and expectations

Department: Facilities Management

Reports To: Associate Director of Facilities Management

Full-Time: 100%, University Staff - Skilled Trades/Crafts Worker, 12-month ongoing appointment, one vacancy

Additional duties specific to the position:

Perform building maintenance repairs, renovations and preventative maintenance to campus buildings.

• Perform semi-annual inspections of all campus building roofs and prepare condition reports for state system use.
• Make repair to roofing, flashing, masonry walls, parapet walls, copings and other building envelope details.
• Install and repair interior walls and partitions consisting of wood or steel studs with gypsum wallboard and/or paneling.
• Install and repair tile floors, wood doors and frames, door hardware, windows and window frames and hardware.
• Install and repair suspended and/or gypsum board ceilings.

Performs a variety of design functions for new or altered campus structures.

• Lay out modifications to existing buildings involving walls, doors, windows, ceilings and flooring.
• Design wood cabinetry to fit existing space or to meet the needs of other campus departments.
• Assist other crafts in building maintenance in the design and layout of lighting, plumbing and other construction necessary to provide a complete and usable facility.
• Estimate construction costs for a variety of projects and work orders.
• Make recommendations to the Director of Facilities Management, Facilities Superintendent, other crafts, and campus departments on materials and construction methods.
• Review drawings prepared by Architect/Engineer firms for campus projects and make recommendations for changes to the design.

Fabricate and install custom and pre-manufactured cabinets and counter tops.

• Work with customers in the design and layout of custom cabinets, furniture and counter tops.
• Custom construction and installation of wood cabinets and counters including plastic laminate, epoxy, solid surface and stone tops.
• Assemble and install pre-manufactured cabinets and furniture.

Coordinate and determine correct specifications for all on campus signage.

• Layout and engrave plastic and wood signs.
• Design and utilize the vinyl cutter to create signs.
• Work with vendors to provide and install custom signage.
• Assist in determining campus signage policy and needed upgrades for proper codes.

Coordinate and perform concrete work.

• Determine grade and layout for concrete work such as slabs and sidewalks.
• Set concrete forms, pour and finish concrete.
• Oversee contracted concrete work on campus.

Assist in door, window and lock repairs.

• Assist the locksmith in new door installations and repairs to existing doors.
• Assist in lock and window repairs when necessary.
• Handle all lock related issues during Locksmith’s absence including rekeying locksets, installing levers, locks and deadbolts, installing door hardware and modifying doors to accept locks.

Other Duties:

• Complete required trainings and professional development as assigned.
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of roof structures and ability to identify material failures.
• Skills in roofing and masonry.
• Ability to recommend methods of repair or application.
• Knowledge of construction standards and applicable State of Wisconsin building codes, cabinet design, and construction methods.
• Ability to operate and care for a variety of power tools such as saws, planers, jointers, routers, etc.
• Knowledge of job safety and occupational hazards.
• Ability to maintain a positive work atmosphere by behaving and communicating in a cooperative manner with customers, students, co-workers and supervisors.

• Knowledge of various types of lock and door hardware and ability to make repairs.

• Requires possible heavy lifting to OSHA standards of 50 pounds and at times 50 pounds above the shoulders.
• Must be able to bend, stoop, kneel and climb up and down without any impairment.

• Ability to safely climb, work on and operate step and extension ladders, mechanical lifts, and work/scaffold platforms, and to follow all safety regulations associated with them.
• Requires working outdoors exposed to all weather conditions.
• May expose worker to sounds and noise that are distracting and uncomfortable.
• Requires the wearing of special work clothing and common protective or safety attire or equipment as directed by department guidelines and/or supervisor.
• Ability to drive a vehicle for the purpose of conducting university business and meet the criteria for operation of state-owned-vehicles – Policy 615

Required Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent (e.g., GED)
• 5 years of experience in building trades
• Valid Driver’s License
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite

The University of Wisconsin-Superior does not offer H-1B or other work authorization immigration sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be independently, legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain their work authorization without the support or help of UW-Superior throughout employment. UW-Superior is not an E-Verify employer; therefore, it cannot employ individuals on the STEM OPT extension. If you have questions regarding this, please contact Human Resources.

Desirable Qualifications:

• Completion of a registered apprenticeship program approved by the Department of Workforce Development
• Lift Certified (Boom/Scissor)
• Forklift Certified

Compensation & Benefits: Salary for this position is: $43.00 per hour. This position offers a comprehensive benefits package, including generous paid time off, competitively priced health/dental/vision/life insurance, tax-advantaged savings accounts, and participation in the nationally recognized Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS) pension fund. For a summary of benefits, please see: https://www.wisconsin.edu/ohrwd/benefits/download/univstaff.pdf.

University of Wisconsin-Superior is a gold-level certified employer recognized by Family Friendly Workplaces.

Starting Date: As soon as possible

Contact Information:

For additional information about UW-Superior, visit www.uwsuper.edu;

For additional information about this position, contact Jodi Komarek at jkomarek@uwsuper.edu.

Application Process:

Review of all complete applications will commence at 4:30pm on July 6, 2026, and will continue until the position is filled.

How to Apply:

Click the “Apply” button to begin the application process or visit: https://www.uwsuper.edu/about/employment/. You will be prompted to log in or create a Workday account to continue.

Important: The application includes only one attachment field. Please upload all required documents in that single field—either as one combined file or as multiple files attached in the same upload area.

Applications will not be considered complete unless all required materials are submitted.

1.) Cover Letter

2.) Resume

UW-Superior, A Superior Place:

The University will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identities of ‘final candidates’ must be revealed upon request. According to the Attorney General, ‘final candidates’ under Wisconsin law means the five candidates who are considered most qualified for the position. See Wis. Stat. Sec. 19.36(7)(a).

Employment will require a criminal background check, and if you have prior work history within the last seven years with Universities of Wisconsin or State of Wisconsin agencies, a personnel file review check for employee misconduct. It will also require your references to answer questions regarding employee misconduct, sexual violence and sexual harassment. The University reserves the right to check references with notice given to the candidates at the appropriate time in the process.

Employment is subject to federal laws that require verification of identity and legal right to work in the United States as required by the Immigration Reform and Control Act.

For UW-Superior campus safety information and crime statistics, review the Annual Security Report or contact the University Police Department Safety at 715-394-8114 for a printed copy.

UW is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.