Carpenter

  • State of Louisiana
  • New Iberia, Louisiana
  • Full Time

The University of Louisiana at Lafayette New Iberia Research Center specializes in the breeding, management, and importation of a diverse range of nonhuman primate species and offers a broad range of diagnostic, laboratory, and human resources for the development and characterization of nonhuman primate models for applied and basic research aimed at promoting human quality of life. We operate diversified animal housing systems include indoor/outdoor cages for housing small non-human primates in large family groups, outdoor corncrib/minicrib combinations for housing macaque and Cercopithecine species, and indoor single housing units for all non-human primate species

We're looking for a Carpenter to join our New Iberia Research Center (NIRC) Team. This position will play a vital role in the construction, repair, and maintenance of buildings and structures to ensure the functionality and safety of our facilities.

Two years of experience or training in the carpentry trade.

The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.

Job Duties:

In this role, you will:

  • Construct, repair, and maintain wooden structures such as partitions, doors, windows, furniture, and scaffolding

  • Read and interpret blueprints, sketches, or building plans

  • Select and order proper materials and tools required for projects

  • Install floors, walls, ceilings, and roofing components

  • Ensure that construction complies with applicable codes and safety regulations

  • Operate hand and power tools to perform tasks with precision and efficiency

  • Collaborate with other maintenance and construction staff as needed

  • Maintain clean and safe work environments throughout all job sites

Position-Specific Details:

Appointment Type: Probational

Work Location: University of Louisiana at Lafayette's New Iberia Research Center

Compensation: Minimum hourly rate $19.67

How To Apply:

No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.

To apply for this vacancy, click on the "Apply" link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.

Information to support your eligibility for this job title must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.

Contact Information:

For further information about this vacancy contact:

Taronsler Faye Cormier

Human Resources Specialist

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University of Louisiana at Lafayette Human Resources

Job ID: 488922703
Originally Posted on: 8/10/2025

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