Carpenter

Job Summary:

Under the general supervision of the Trades Supervisor, the Carpenter position duties include but are not limited to: maintenance, repair, installation and alteration of walls, doors, flooring and wall finishes, including all aspects of rough and finish carpentry within our Facilities Operation.

Work with a team of professionals focused on excellent customer service. Base hours are Monday through Friday from 8:00am – 5:30pm.

*Excellent Benefits *Paid Leave: Vacation, Holiday, Personal Holiday & Sick Leave *Terrific Retirement Plans *All tools are supplied

Responsibilities:

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.

• 5% Interprets blueprints and drawings to determine specifications and to calculate the materials and equipment required. Discusses project plan with customer/client
• 10% Gathers materials, prepares work area, and maintains equipment and supplies needed for jobs
• 65% Performs skilled carpentry work according to established trade standards and applicable building and safety codes
• 5% Reviews finished projects with client/customer. Maintains records and reports of work status and completion according to established deadlines and expectations
• 5% Cleans work area upon completion of projects according to established guidelines and expectations
• 10% Coordinates, collaborates with, and oversees the work of vendors, outside contractors, and physical plant staff

Tasks:

• Drive vehicles to efficiently transport staff, move supplies, and urgently respond to emergency situations.
• Provides support and assists as needed in the implementation of plans and procedures in the event of an emergency.
• Completes work in occupied or vacant University Housing spaces.
• Creates, promotes, and participates in a collaborative team environment.
• Utilizes and incorporates commercial construction techniques and materials to complete University Housing projects.

Institutional Statement on Diversity:

Diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation for UW-Madison. We value the contributions of each person and respect the profound ways their identity, culture, background, experience, status, abilities, and opinion enrich the university community. We commit ourselves to the pursuit of excellence in teaching, research, outreach, and diversity as inextricably linked goals.

The University of Wisconsin-Madison fulfills its public mission by creating a welcoming and inclusive community for people from every background – people who as students, faculty, and staff serve Wisconsin and the world.

Education:

Preferred
H.S. Diploma

Qualifications:

Required: Completion of a registered apprenticeship program approved by the Department of Workforce Development as a Carpenter, as defined on DWD website – https://dwd.wisconsin.gov/apprenticeship/occupations/carpenter.htm

Preferred: Five plus years of carpentry experience, repair/remodeling experience in residential or multi-family dwellings, and prior experience working within a University setting

License/Certification:

Required
Drivers License – Valid and Meets UW Risk Management Standards

Preferred
Respirator – Fit Tested

Preferred
Lead Safe Renovator Certification

Preferred
OSHA 10 Certification

Preferred
Asbestos Operations and Maintenance (O&M) Certification

Preferred
Silica Awareness Certification

Work Schedule:

Flexible start time: primary schedule is Monday – Friday with hours between 8:00am and 5:30pm. Schedule will be determined upon hire.

Schedule alterations as operations and position expectations demand.

Work Type:

Full Time: 100%

It is anticipated this position requires work be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location.

Appointment Type, Duration:

Ongoing/Renewable

Salary:

Minimum $42.20 HOURLY
Depending on Qualifications
This has been identified as a Crafts Worker position. Crafts Workers may elect an increased vacation allocation with a corresponding reduction to the prevailing rate.

Vacation elections with corresponding prevailing rates below:
100 hours = $43.55 hourly
140 hours = $42.85 hourly
180 hours = $42.20 hourly

Additional Information:

A criminal background check will be conducted on finalist(s).

Please note that successful applicants are responsible for ensuring their eligibility to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without the need of employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of appointment.

How to Apply:

Please submit a resume within the online application system.
–
Candidates who apply for this position may be considered for other or future vacancies within this title, including those which may have a different work schedule from this vacancy.

University Housing may communicate with you about your application status using a text messaging service. To opt-out please reply “STOP” to text messages received or contact University Housing HR at [email protected] or 608-262-2766. Message and data rates may apply.

Contact:

Jennifer Mcfarlin
[email protected]
608-262-2766
Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1. See RELAY_SERVICE for further information.

Official Title:

Carpenter(FP037)

Department(s):

A85-UNIVERSITY HOUSING/RHF/MAINTENANCE

Employment Class:

University Staff-Ongoing

Job Number:

304370-CP

The University of Wisconsin-Madison is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, including but not limited to, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, or status as a protected veteran and other bases as defined by federal regulations and UW System policies. We promote excellence through diversity and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.

Employment may require a criminal background check. It may also require you and your references to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment.

The University of Wisconsin System will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the successful candidate will be released. See Wis. Stat. sec. 19.36(7).

The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report contains current campus safety and disciplinary policies, crime statistics for the previous 3 calendar years, and on-campus student housing fire safety policies and fire statistics for the previous 3 calendar years. UW-Madison will provide a paper copy upon request; please contact the University of Wisconsin Police Department.