Description

University of Kentucky

Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.

Posting Details Posting Details Job TitleCarpenterRequisition NumberRE52396Working TitleDepartment Name3CM00:Medical Center Physical PlantWork LocationLexington, KYGrade Level41Salary Range$15.83-25.30/hourType of PositionStaffPosition Time Status Full-TimeRequired Education

HS

Click here for more information about equivalencies:https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalenciesRequired Related Experience

6 yrs

Required License/Registration/CertificationNonePhysical Requirements

• Lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects up to and over 50lbs
• Standing or walking with objects up to 25lbs
• Working at heights above 4 feet; Confined spaces; Loud noises; Dusty; Hazardous chemicals, fumes, including waste; Hazardous tools and equipment.
• May work at various locations on the University Campus and transport
• materials and/or equipment to such locations.
• May be exposed to elements of weather and temperature extremes while on-the-job and when traveling to/from job site(s).
• Performs physical activities that require considerable use of arms, legs, and movement of the whole body, such as required in climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling of materials.
• Ability to work off scissor lift, aerial lift, scaffolds and ladders.

Shift7:00am 3:30pm (Monday Friday)
Hours of work may vary dependent upon situational factors requiring night(s), weekend(s), and holiday(s) response.Job SummaryReporting directly to the Facilities Maintenance Supervisor, this position:

• Inspects the worksite to determine materials, equipment, tool requirements, and methods to be used,
• Plans, lays out, assembles, finishes, and installs materials, equipment, and fixtures as required by the scope of the work
• Reads and interprets blueprints
• Performs new work inside/outside buildings, including rough/finish carpentry, metal, and wood stud walls, drywall, suspended ceiling systems, etc.
• Repairs and maintains structures, fixtures, and buildings
• Transports materials, tools, and equipment to the worksite
• Erects and dismantles scaffolding, as needed
• Performs case or fixture work, exterior/interior trim work, rough framing, concrete framework, bracing, forms, etc.;
• Replaces panes of glass, ceiling tiles, and doors
• Installs partitions, doors, windows, ceiling tiles, floor tiles, vinyl base, etc.
• Utilizes and maintains hand and power tools and equipment, including chisels, planes, saws, drills, and sanders to repair and erect structures.

In addition, the Facilities Carpenter:

• Is instrumental in designing, building, fabricating assembling, installing, and repairing structures, fixtures, furniture, and other items
• Installs, maintains, and repairs doors, windows, window hardware, floors, ceilings, partitions, office equipment/furniture, classroom fixtures/equipment, athletic fixtures/equipment, etc., adhering to accepted procedures and techniques of the carpenter trade
• Estimates height, width, length, and other proportions
• Selects materials, including wood, metal, plastic, fiberglass, drywall, etc.
• Works from blueprints and/or instructions from supervisor
• Joins materials with nails, screw, staples, or adhesives
• Installs cabinets and moldings, stairs, and other fixtures
• Utilizes hand tools, including level, rules, plumb bobs, framing squares, and surveying equipment to ensure everything is level and secure
• Operates power equipment, including saws, hammers, nail guns, staple guns, mixers, sprayers, sanders, cutting tools, etc.

Skills / Knowledge / AbilitiesMS Windows/Office; KRONOS; SAP
Demonstrated knowledge of all phases of construction and skill in the
reading and interpretation of blueprints and drawingsDoes this position have supervisory responsibilities? NoPreferred Education/ExperienceHS + 6 Years
Industrial or Technical Degree or Associate's Degree — Preferred.
Minimum of six years experience in building and general maintenance,
knowledge of carpentry trade terminology, construction materials, tools, equipment, and building products.
Vocational, apprenticeship, or journey-level experience — Highly Desirable.
Driver's License — PreferredDeadline to Apply12/07/2025Our University CommunityWe value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Define your understanding of "teamwork" and give a recent example of when you demonstrated being a team player at work.

   (Open Ended Question)

2. * Describe how your skills and experience make you a good fit for this position.

   (Open Ended Question)

3. * Describe your experience working on a multi-disciplinary skilled trades team to coordinate and perform job tasks required for carpentry in building and renovation construction.

   (Open Ended Question)

4. * Describe what motivates you to do your best and to pursue continuous improvement.

   (Open Ended Question)

5. * The essential job functions of this position require you to: work in a fast-paced environment; stand/walk for extended periods of time; lift, push or pull objects up to 50 pounds; and occasionally work at heights above four feet; work in confined spaces; work with exposure to loud noises,work with extreme temperatures, as well as work with hazardous chemicals and fumes. Can you perform these responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodations?
   • Yes
   • No

Applicant Documents
Required Documents

1. Resume

Optional Documents

PI280052614