Carpenter

Posting Details

Posting Details

Job TitleCarpenter

Requisition NumberRE50883

Working Title

Department Name3CM00:Medical Center Physical Plant

Work LocationLexington, KY

Grade Level41

Salary Range$15.83-25.30/hour

Type of PositionStaff

Position Time StatusFull-Time

Required Education

HS

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Required Related Experience

6 yrs

Required License/Registration/Certification

None

Physical 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 HealthCare and Medical Center 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.

Shift

7:00am - 3:30pm (Monday - Friday)

Hours of work may vary dependent upon situational factors requiring night(s), weekend(s), and holiday(s) response.

Job Summary

Reporting 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 frame work, 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

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 / Abilities

MS Windows/Office; KRONOS; SAP

Demonstrated knowledge of all phases of construction and skill in the reading and interpretation of blueprints and drawings.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?No

Preferred Education/Experience

HS + 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 Preferred

Deadline to Apply07/27/2025

Our University Community

We 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.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.

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.