Maintenance Technician Carpenter

UNIVERSITY OF LYNCHBURG•Lynchburg, VA

7d•$18 - $22•Onsite

About The Position

The University of Lynchburg is seeking a full-time Maintenance Technician – Carpenter to join the Operations Department. This role is responsible for ensuring a safe, functional, and structurally sound campus environment. The technician will serve as the primary expert for finish and structural carpentry, custom fabrications, and historic hardware preservation, while also collaborating with a multi-disciplinary team of trades specialists (electrical, plumbing, HVAC) and performing general campus-wide maintenance. Key responsibilities include structural repair, alteration, and aesthetic maintenance of campus facilities, fabrication and installation of various building components, troubleshooting and maintaining hardware and locking systems, assisting with campus event logistics, managing work orders through a CMMS, and adhering to safety regulations. The position also requires participation in an on-call schedule for emergency response and severe weather events.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent.
Minimum of 3–5 years of progressive journeyman-level experience in commercial, residential, or institutional carpentry.
Demonstrated experience working in a collaborative team environment alongside other core building trades (electrical, plumbing, or HVAC).
Valid driver’s license with a clean motor vehicle record maintained throughout employment.
Proficiency in using digital tools, mobile devices, or software platforms for tracking tasks or work requests.
Ability to regularly lift and carry up to 50 pounds independently (and heavier loads with assistance).
Comfort working at heights on ladders, scaffolding, or aerial lifts.
Physical stamina to kneel, bend, and navigate confined spaces in varying temperatures and extreme weather conditions.

Nice To Haves

Completion of a formal, recognized carpentry apprenticeship or a relevant trade school certification.
Previous maintenance experience within a higher education campus, healthcare system, or similar large-scale institutional environment.
Direct experience with commercial door hardware and locking systems.
Completion of OSHA 10-hour or 30-hour safety training.
Familiarity with the operational software platform Asset Essentials.
Advanced proficiency in reading blueprints, structural sketches, and technical drawings.
Expert command of standard hand tools, power tools, and stationary shop machinery.
Exceptional interpersonal skills with a proven track record of working effectively alongside peer specialists in other fields to achieve shared operational goals.
Strong verbal and written communication skills to interact professionally with a diverse campus community, including faculty, staff, students, and external contractors.
Sound analytical skills to evaluate structural issues, calculate accurate material estimations, and pivot quickly to address building emergencies in a dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

Lead the structural repair, alteration, and aesthetic maintenance of all campus facilities.
Fabricate, install, and repair cabinetry, shelving, doors, frames, drywall, acoustic ceilings, and architectural trim across historic and modern university buildings.
Work dynamically within a multi-disciplinary team of "specialists" (including Electricians, Plumbers, and HVAC Technicians) to diagnose campus building issues and execute complex, multi-phase renovation or repair work orders seamlessly.
Fulfill routine, daily general work orders assigned through the facilities management queue, performing basic preventative maintenance outside of the carpentry specialty when required by overall team volume and campus priorities.
Troubleshoot, install, and maintain commercial door hardware, closers, exit devices, and related mechanical security components across academic and residential structures.
Coordinate with the broader facilities management team to assist in the physical set-up, staging construction, and teardown for major university-wide milestones and events (e.g., Commencement, student move-in, and high-profile functions).
Utilize the university's Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) to track, update, and close work orders, accurately logging labor hours, material costs, and structural diagnostic notes.
Maintain strict adherence to all federal, state, and local safety regulations, including OSHA standards, fire/life safety codes, and proper personal protective equipment (PPE) protocols in the shop and in the field.
Serve as essential personnel to execute severe weather protocols, including campus-wide snow and ice removal operations, and provide prompt response to after-hours structural or facilities emergencies.