Journeyman Carpenter
493836
Grand Forks, North Dakota, United States
FM-Cust/Maint
Facilities/Maintenance/Trades
Full-time Staff
Salary/Position Classification
40,000+ Annual,
40 hours per week
100% Remote Work Availability: No
Hybrid Work Availability: No
Purpose of Position
Perform journeyman carpentry and demolition work in the construction and maintenance of university-owned facilities.
All Facilities Management positions are subject to overtime & callback twenty-four (24) hours a day, seven (7) days a week, as needed/directed by supervisors/directors.
Duties & Responsibilities
Carpentry
Using available materials, standard carpentry hand tools and power-driven woodworking machinery:
Construct wood and steel stud walls, ceilings and floors
Install welded frame, knockdown and wood windows/doors • Perform minor concrete repairs • Install/repair residential and laboratory cabinets and countertops; install sinks, faucets and drains
Manufacture/assemble benches and shelving • Install solid-surface window sills and laminated counter tops
Make and install millwork for projects
Measure, estimate, assemble and install acoustical ceiling grid and panels
Install lever handles, mortise/cylindrical locks, panic device hardware and door closers for all mechanical and electronic door access (EDA) locks
Research and purchase materials using UND purchasing/procurement procedures
Coordinate on projects with other facilities trades
Install brick and concrete blocks; pour concrete floors/foundations and saw concrete with masonry saw
Grind concrete to remove safety issues
Install and repair various types of siding made of metal, vinyl, wood
Other duties, as assigned
Demolition Work
Remove walls, ceilings and concrete floors using demolition equipment
Clean-up and dispose of demolished materials
Required Competencies
Interact, communicate and collaborate with students, faculty, staff, and co-workers
Work independently and as a team and complete necessary training for this job classification
Comprehend and follow directions as well as use sound decision-making skills
Understand, speak, read and write English well enough to perform the functions of the position; including reading and communicating in regards to work orders, safety instructions
Withstand long periods of lifting, pulling, tugging, climbing, kneeling, working with hands overhead, without restrictions
Work in buildings containing asbestos materials
Minimum Requirements
Two years general carpentry experience and use of associated tools of this trade OR completion of carpentry course from an accredited technical school (must provide transcripts)
Basic computer use; Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word
Valid Driver’s License
Successful completion of a Standard Criminal History Background Check
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the US and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
This position does not support visa sponsorship for continued employment.
Preferred Qualifications
Familiarity with UND campus and buildings
Experience with FAMIS, facilities management software
Asbestos certification (must provide documentation)
Operate scissor, fork, and boom lifts as well as tele-handler
Proper setup and use of scaffolding
To Apply
Please submit resume and application materials by the closing date.
Position Benefits
Benefits include single or family health care coverage (UND pays the full premium), life insurance, employee assistance program, retirement plans with generous employer contributions, annual & sick leave in addition to 10 paid holidays.
Optional benefits include supplemental life, dental, vision, flexible spending account, supplemental retirement plans.
UND also offers an employee tuition waiver and a variety of professional development opportunities.