26-161 Carpenter 2 - Facilities Division

26-161 Carpenter 2 - Facilities Division

Salary

$49,819.00 Annually

Location

West Chester University, PA

Job Type

Regular / Full-Time

Job Number

26-161

Department

Finance & Administration

Division

Carpenter Shop

Opening Date

07/01/2026

• Description
• Benefits
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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.

The shift for the position is Monday to Friday, 6:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

West Chester University, a member of the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education, is a public, comprehensive institution committed to offering high-quality undergraduate education, selected post-baccalaureate and graduate programs, and a variety of educational and cultural resources for its students, alumni, and citizens of southeastern Pennsylvania.We are a community of educators dedicated to developing graduates who succeed personally and professionally and contribute to the common good.

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.

In supporting the mission of West Chester University, the Facilities Division designs, constructs and maintains a dynamic, safe, and sustainable campus to continually advance its nationally benchmarked living and learning community. Under the supervision of the Carpenter Shop Foreman, the selected candidate will perform journey level work in the carpentry trade. This position has a high focus on all aspects of carpentry and will also assist with roofing and masonry work as needed.

Responsibilities include:

• Ensure all carpentry work is in adherence to specifications and standards set by the University, Federal, State, and local municipalities.

• Read and interpret blueprints, construction drawings, specifications, and technical manuals.

• Estimate labor, materials, and time requirements for assigned carpentry projects.

• Participate in all interior/exterior carpentry work performed on campus.

• Maintain records of completed work orders, preventative maintenance, inspections, and material usage.

• Participate in all interior/exterior carpentry work performed on campus.

• Ability to work from heights using lifts (80 lbs.), bucket truck, ladders & scaffolding, both interior and exterior

• 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, install, repair, and maintain doors, frames, windows, cabinetry, furniture, partitions, ceilings, and flooring systems.

• Perform minor bathroom, office, kitchen classroom renovations.

• Ability to layout and install various types of flooring i.e. carpet, tile, wood.

• Operate and maintain advanced carpentry tools, woodworking machinery, lifts, and power equipment safely and efficiently.

• Respond to emergency maintenance calls involving structural damage, security concerns, or facility repairs.

• Coordinate work activities with facilities management staff, contractors, electricians, plumbers, painters, and HVAC personnel.

• Assist with event setups, classroom modifications, and campus improvement projects

• 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.

• Construct forms, mix and pour concrete, and apply different finishes in accordance to all building standards and codes.

• Assist mason with minor masonry work on buildings i.e. pointing, stone/block/stucco repair.

• Perform other duties as assigned

As a member of the Facilities Divisional staff, this position is deemed essential. Essential employees 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

• Five years of experience in the construction, installation, repair, restoration, or maintenance of structures and articles made from wood, composite, and wood substitute materials including two years performing skilled carpentry work in commercial, industrial, or multi-unit residential structures;

OR

• An equivalent combination of experience and training including two years performing skilled carpentry work in commercial, industrial, or multi-unit residential structures.
• Valid Driver License

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Knowledge of the methods, materials, and practices of the carpentry trade.
• Knowledge of regulations, building codes, and the safety and hazard precautions related to carpentry and construction.
• Knowledge of the care and use of hand, power, and industrial tools for the construction, installation, repair, restoration, and maintenance of structures and articles made from wood, composite, and wood substitute materials.
• Knowledge of the use and functionality of Microsoft Office Suite software.
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve structural issues in buildings.
• Ability to determine the proper grade, size, and type of lumber or wood substitute material required for a job.
• Ability to execute a variety of joinery techniques, such as miters, rabbets, dados, biscuits, and mortise and tenons.
• Ability to read and interpret HVAC, architectural, plumbing, and electrical system blueprints.
• Ability to perform math functions including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, algebra, and geometry.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally.
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing.

Preferred Qualifications

• Attended trade school for carpentry.
• Experience of 3+ years working for a general contractor.

Special Instructions

Salary and benefits are dictated by the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME) collective bargaining agreement.

Candidates should apply online athttps://www.schooljobs.com/careers/wcupa. Resume and a list of three references with contact information are required to be uploaded to the application for consideration.

Due to the nature of the position, employment visa sponsorship is not available.

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

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

Developing and sustaining a diverse faculty and staff advances West Chester University's educational mission. West Chester University is an Affirmative Action - Equal Opportunity Employer.

Email hrs@wcupa.edu for questions regarding the application process.

WCU proudly offers comprehensive employee benefits including health, vision, and dental insurance, generous retirement plans, many wellness programs, a tuition waiver for self and family members, and training, development and advancement opportunities.

• On the first working day, new employees are eligible to enroll in medical benefit plans and can choose between two PPO plans or an HMO plan.
• Supplemental dental, vision, hearing and prescription coverage is also offered to employees.
• The Get Healthy Wellness program rewards participants with reduced health care premiums and provides tools and resources to maintain good health.
• Flexible spending accounts allow employees to withhold income from their paychecks before taxes for reimbursement of approved medical and dependent care expenses.
• A University mission to support employee personal and professional growth.
• PASSHE tuition waiver lowers the cost of college expenses.
• Leave and time-off benefits include generous paid vacation, paid sick time, military leave and paid time off for most major holidays.
• Choice of two group retirement plans with generous employer contributions.
• Voluntary retirement plans offer two additional options to save and invest money for retirement and are available to all employees upon their date of hire.
• Group life insurance is provided at no cost to all permanent employees.
• Voluntary long-term disability insurance (LTD) and voluntary group life and personal accident insurance (VGLIP/AD&D) are available to employees.
• State Employee Assistance Program (SEAP) provides a wide range of free services including counseling, legal, and financial services.

The employee group for this position is American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME).

For additional benefit details please see the PASSHE EMPLOYEE BENEFITS PAGE .

The information is provided for general purposes only. Legal Plan Documents will govern any discrepancies that may arise. Benefits, benefit levels, and eligibility rules are subject to change. The benefits described are available to most employees; however, certain eligibility requirements must be met.

01

Have you attended trade school for carpentry?

• Yes
• No

02

Have you worked 3+ years for a general contractor?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer West Chester University

Address 201 Carter Drive, Suite 100

West Chester, Pennsylvania, 19383

Website http://www.wcupa.edu