Carpenter (FA26007)

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Working Title:

Carpenter (FA26007)

Institution:

Minnesota State University, Mankato

Classification Title:

Carpenter

Bargaining Unit / Union:

202: AFSCME - Craft, Maintenance, and Labor

City:

Mankato

FLSA:

Non Job Exempt

Full Time / Part Time:

Full time

Employment Condition:

Classified - Unlimited

Salary Range:

$28.71 - $33.07

Job Description

This position exists to perform professional, skilled carpentry and building repair to comply with standard building codes and accepted trade practices for the betterment of the Minnesota State University, Mankato residential buildings. This position also designs, fabricates, and repairs cabinets and furnishings of professional quality for the faculty and staff. Occasionally this position will provide backup and support for the general repair and maintenance needs. This position has been designated as weather and emergency essential. In the event of a University closure or emergency event, incumbent is required to report to work and respond as requested. Refer to Minnesota State Board Policy 4.4 Weather / Short Term Emergency Closings at: .

Minimum Qualifications

• Completion of an approved apprenticeship in carpentry OR three and one-half years experience as a carpenter, OR Two-year vocational/technical program in carpentry, plus two years of experience as a carpenter, OR one year of vocational/technical program in carpentry, plus three years of experience as a carpenter. If you have completed an apprenticeship, you must provide the date of completion.

  • All experience must include rough and finish carpentry to qualify.

• Carpentry skills will be assessed against the standards listed below.

  • Ability to read and understanding construction, remodeling and repair project plans, blueprints, and specifications sufficient to draft, interpret, modify, and follow to complete new construction, remodeling, and other carpentry projects; by following standard construction practices of the carpentry trade.

  • Ability to build, repair, and install cabinets, Formica, floors, windows and door frames, ceilings, interior trim, steel stud framing, furniture, fixtures, etc. sufficient to complete skilled finish and rough carpentry projects in the construction, maintenance, and repair of buildings and wood structures.

  • Ability to operate hand and power carpentry tools and equipment sufficient to build, remodel and repair buildings, wood structures, furniture, etc. and to ensure their safe and efficient operation to prevent injury, by inspecting the equipment daily and replacing worn parts; by sharpening blades and edges of hand and power tools; and by repairing or arranging for the repair of damaged or broken equipment.

  • Skills in record keeping sufficient to collect and report data and document and maintain an inventory of hand and power tools. Knowledge of shop math sufficient to estimate labor and material cost for planned projects, ability to requisition and select the necessary equipment and materials for completing construction projects. Organizational skills sufficient to plan and coordinate work activities and to prioritize, schedule and report on the progress of carpentry projects.

  • Oral communication skills sufficient to instruct and monitor the carpentry work of lesser-skilled employees, inmates, and residents and to train and direct them during the project, instructing on the appropriate use of equipment/tool use and carpentry techniques, by inspecting the quality of work performed by others, by providing constructive feedback on work performance, and by recording hours worked, materials and equipment used.

Preferred Qualification

• Greater than four years of experience in all phases of commercial carpentry/cabinetmaking.

• Two year trade school certificate

• Completion of a recognized four-year union apprentice program in commercial carpentry.

• At least six months experience in a commercial cabinet shop.

Other Requirements

Work safely at all times, which includes but is not limited to, participating and completing all required safety trainings, as well as performing all job tasks in accordance with Minnesota State University, Mankato policies and procedures utilizing appropriate tools, equipment and personal protective equipment.

The Minnesota State University, Mankato Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available for your review. This report is required by federal law and contains policy statements and crime statistics for the University. The policy statements address the schools policies, procedures and programs concerning safety and security. Three years worth of statistics are included for certain types of crimes that were reported to have occurred on-campus, or in other University affiliated locations. This report is available online at: . You may also request a paper copy from University Security at ..., or by emailing security@mnsu.edu .

This position requires a valid, applicable drivers license, as well as a DVS records check with an acceptable rating. Employees must have an active, valid, and, applicable drivers license if they drive a vehicle on state business. For further information, please refer to the Drivers License and Record Check Policy (HR/LR Policy #1419), which can be found at: .

This position requires a passing background check under Minnesota Statutes 299C.66 to 299C.71 Kari Koskinen Manager Background Check Act. It is expected that the employee maintains the ability to pass applicable background check throughout employment. It is the employees responsibility to notify the supervisor no later than the beginning of your next shift of any charges, allegations, convictions that may impact their standing under the applicable background check.

Physical requirements:

• Incumbent shall be able to lift and carry 50 pounds, twist, kneel, and bend, climb step ladders, climb ships ladders, and be able to service overhead equipment.

• Must have the ability to manipulate small parts and use hand and power tools.

• As part of this work the incumbent must be able to align parts and install fasteners such as screws, bolts, nuts, and clamps.

• Incumbent must be able to grip, lift, and manipulate moderately heavy objects such as electric motors, metal guards, and metal housings

Work Shift (Hours / Days of work)

Monday - Friday; 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM

Telework (Yes/No)

No - Based on the essential functions of this positions, MMB Policy #1422, and University policies relating to flexible work, this position is eligible for the following work modes:

Exclusively On Campus: A position that requires the employee to perform all their work at their campus work location.

About

More than 1600 talented faculty, staff, and 1600 student employees with a wide variety of skills and backgrounds, support university operations every day. Our faculty and staff enjoy excellent benefits, a team environment and challenging careers. As an affirmative action/equal opportunity institution, we are committed to supporting the continued growth of our diverse community.

Destination 2030 , the Universitys strategic plan announced by President Edward Inch in August 2023, commits the University to making transformative strides in four main areas: being a lifelong provider of access to an equitable and affordable education; being a leader in transformational learning generating inspired action; being a nimble and innovative steward of resources; and being a community of care built upon diversity, inclusion, and belonging.

Benefits Information:

At Minnesota State, we have a GREAT BENEFITS PACKAGE! Our generous benefits include 11 paid Holidays, Vacation Time, Sick Time, six weeks of Paid Parental Leave, low cost medical and dental insurance with low deductibles ($250 - $1500), a Pension Plan, 457(b) and 403(b) retirement plans and other retirement investment options, pre-tax medical and dental expense (with roll-over option) and dependent care accounts, employer paid life insurance, short and long term disability, as well as professional development and a tuition waiver program for employees and their dependents, etc. We promote the health and well-being of our employees and take work/life balance seriously.

Desired Start Date:

09-17-2025

Position End Date:

Open Date:

07-17-2025

Close Date:

07-29-2025

Posting Contact Name:

Lacie R Mitchell-Garza

Posting Contact Email:

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