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Location

West Chester, PA | United States

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Job description

Position Summary

Join a vibrant campus community whose excellence is reflected in its diversity and student success. West Chester University of Pennsylvania’s Facilities Division invites applicants for the position of Carpenter.

WCU proudly offers a positive and purposeful work environment; comprehensive employee benefits including health, vision, and dental insurance along with many wellness programs; a commitment to work-life balance including generous paid vacation, paid sick time, military leave and paid time off for most major holidays; and a University mission to support employee personal and professional growth including a tuition waiver for self and family members, training and development, and advancement opportunities.  We are a community of educators dedicated to developing graduates who succeed personally and professionally and contribute to the common good.

Under the supervision of the Carpenter Shop Foreman, the individual will perform journey level work in the carpentry trade and participate in all interior/exterior carpentry work performed on campus. This position has a high focus on all aspects of carpentry and will also assist with roofing and masonry work as needed. The carpenter will work with other members of the carpenter shop to complete tasks from start to finish with a high level of quality and workmanship.

Responsibilities include: 

• Ensure all carpentry work is in adherence to specifications and standards set by the University, Federal, State, and local municipalities
• Knowledge of how to properly Install, maintain and repair all types of roofing
• Maintain and repair all spouting, metal roofing parts, and flashing for buildings
• Maintain and repair roofing systems made up of asphalt, rubber, shingles, tile and slate
• Clean, maintain, repair and install rainspouts, eave boxes, gutters and roof drains
• Plan and layout work from blueprints, drawings, models or verbal instructions
• Utilize a variety of carpentry and masonry hand tools, portable and stationary power tools, and leveling and measuring instruments
• Install and repair countertops, cabinets, benches, partitions, floors, doors, building framing and a variety of finish trim work   
• Construct forms, mix and pour concrete, and apply different finishes in accordance to all building standards and codes
• Perform minor masonry work on buildings i.e. pointing, stone/block/stucco repair
• Construct wood/steel stud walls/partitions
• Install/repair structural foundations and supports
• Perform minor bathroom and kitchen renovations, installation of countertops, cabinets, fixtures, and partitions
• Install suspended ceilings and ceiling tiles  
• Perform skilled bench work operating power saws, joiners, wood lathes, planers, drill press, sanding and mortising machines
• Function as a lead worker over helpers and other maintenance staff regarding small-specialized projects performed on campus
• Providing on-the-job training and assistance to co–workers and helpers
• Ability to work from scissor lifts, bucket truck and man lifts, interior and exterior 
• Ability to estimate, install drywall, finish trowel or skim coat walls
• Ability to layout and install various types of flooring i.e. carpet, tile, wood
• Perform related work as assigned

This position is deemed "essential" and must remain or report to work during partial or full day closings of the university due to hazardous road conditions, emergency circumstances or for other reasons.

Minimum Qualifications

• Three years of experience in the construction, installation, repair, restoration, or maintenance of structures and articles made from wood, composite, and wood substitute materials

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• Successful completion of the Building Trades Trainee program (commonwealth title)

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• An equivalent combination of experience and training
• Valid Driver License

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working for a school district or university

Special Instructions

Candidates must apply online at  . Electronic submission allows for resume/ cover letter attachments.

Applicants must successfully complete the interview process to be considered as a finalist.

Developing and sustaining a diverse faculty and staff advances WCU's educational mission. The University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer encouraging diversity. Women, persons of color, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

All offers of employment are subject to and contingent upon satisfactory completion of all pre-employment criminal background checks.

About West Chester University of Pennsylvania

West Chester University (WCU) of Pennsylvania is among the top regional comprehensive public universities in the nation, serving more than 17,500 students at the undergraduate and graduate levels with a national reputation for excellence, value, and student success. Founded in 1871 as an institute for teacher preparation, West Chester offers more than 118 undergraduate and 103 graduate programs in more than 50 fields of study. In addition to the main campus in West Chester, the University offers programs through its graduate center, the Philadelphia campus, and online. Five colleges and two schools comprise the University: Colleges of Arts and Humanities, Business and Public Management, Education and Social Work, Health Sciences, and the Sciences and Mathematics, as well as the School of Music, and the School of Interdisciplinary and Graduate Studies. Located in Chester County (25 miles from downtown Philadelphia) the area combines the best of enjoyable daily living with easy access to the full spectrum of country and city attractions. We are a community of educators dedicated to developing graduates who succeed personally and professionally and contribute to the common good.

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