Carpenter - Entry

University of Florida • Gainesville, FL

7d • Onsite

About The Position

This position assists with installing, repairing, and preventatively maintaining various building components including ceiling tiles and grids, fixed classroom seating, windows, window frames, and screens. The role also involves working with flooring, counter tops, metal and wood doors and hardware, concrete, block, brick, and plaster. The Carpenter supports other trades, maintains shop equipment, and operates a UF vehicle. This position is considered Essential Personnel.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• State of Florida Class E operator license (required).
• Criminal background check (required).
• Post-offer health assessment (required).
• Beginner knowledge of safe work practices in maintenance and repair work.
• Skill in using hand tools and equipment.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Ability to drive or walk to customer/trouble locations.
• Ability to move or lift weights (such as ladders, tools, and equipment) weighing up to 100 pounds with assistance.
• Ability to climb.
• Ability to reach above shoulders frequently.
• Ability to kneel.
• Ability to bend repeatedly.
• Ability to pull and push repetitively.

Nice To Haves

• None above minimum qualifications

Responsibilities

• Assists with installing, repairing, and preventatively maintaining ceiling tiles and ceiling grids.
• Assists with installing, repairing, and preventatively maintaining fixed classroom seating, windows, window frames, and window screens.
• Assists with installing, repairing, and preventatively maintaining various types of flooring, vinyl and ceramic tiles, wall bases, and molding; assists with building counter tops.
• Assists with installing, repairing, and preventatively maintaining metal and wood doors and doorframes, mortise locks, hinges, exit devices, door closers, handicapped door operators, and other door hardware.
• Assists with pouring, forming, and finishing concrete; laying block and brick; and repairing plaster.
• Supports other trades and contractors.
• Cleans and maintains shop and all related equipment.
• Operates UF vehicle (truck).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED