Carpenter

Location: Riverside
Posted on: June 23, 2025

Job Description:

Position Information Reporting to the Skilled Crafts Trades Supervisor in the Facilities Services Maintenance department, the Carpenter performs journey-level work related to the construction, repair, restoration, and installation of building structures and fixtures, furniture, shelving, cabinetry, drywall, and rough and finish work. Constructs partition walls, including setting of jams, doors, and hardware installation. Repairs and installs drywall and ceiling tiles. Designs, fabricates, installs and repairs cabinets, solid surface tops, and plastic laminates or wood veneers. Cuts and installs glass windows and mirrors, wood and metal doors, frames (wood and metal studs), refits doors, repairs ceramic wall and floor tiles, and makes repairs to various types of flooring and wall bases. Constructs and sets forms for concrete, finishes concrete, and makes repairs to broken concrete. Performs post and beam construction; builds, constructs, repairs, and installs stairs, decks, porches, wood fencing, and siding, etc. Performs building layout and demolition, as needed. Maintains clear and accurate documentation of all inspections, testing and maintenance (corrective and/or preventative) performed. Updates equipment documentation, specifications and drawings, as needed. Reviews and updates all shop logs, both paper and electronic according to updates and changes. Responds to emergency situations to mitigate and/or resolve immediate concerns or safety issues. Responds to emergency situations during or after hours for the purposes of resolving immediate safety concerns. Maintains a positive attitude and communicates effectively with colleagues, supervisors, staff, faculty and students. Performs all job duties in adherence with University and departmental safety guidelines. The full salary range for the Carpenter is $41.67 - $46.92 per hour. We base salary offers on a variety of considerations, such as education, licensure and certifications, experience, and other business and organizational needs. Applicants must have current work authorization when accepting a UCR staff position. Currently, we are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa for staff. As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements. Education Education Requirements High School Diploma. (Preferred) License Requirements Valid Driver License. (Required) Certification Requirements Completion of a certified apprenticeship program. (Preferred) Experience Requirements 4 years of journey-level experience as a carpenter performing specialized fine carpentry, furniture/cabinet making, framing, wood working and joinery, and/or completion of a certified apprenticeship training; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. (Required) Minimum Requirements Skilled use and maintaining of carpentry tools and test equipment such as manual and air hammers, compressors, drills, saws, concrete cutter, sanders, lathes, joiners, shapers, planers, etc. Ability to communicate and work effectively with co-workers, supervisors, and the general public, and provide exceptional customer service. Ability to prioritize work orders, routine work, emergency requests and ability to choose the proper materials or equipment to accomplish work in the most expeditious and safe manner and record information accurately as is necessary to perform the job responsibilities. Knowledge and ability to prepare layouts, build, and install building structures, set forms, fabricate, repair and install cabinetry, and perform post and beam construction, and all facets of rough and finish work. Knowledge of the Uniform Building Code, Industrial Safety Standards, code procedures. Willingness and ability to work weekends and holidays. Ability to work occasional scheduled and unscheduled overtime, emergency call-back, and a flexible schedule as needed. Ability to read, write and perform basic arithmetic calculations. Ability to follow verbal and written instructions. Knowledge of proper handling procedures of asbestos, mold, and lead paint. Ability to interpret documents such as complex technical procedures, instructions, manuals, specifications, blueprints and diagrams. Ability to withstand frequent exposure to extreme temperature conditions up to 125 degrees F (boiler rooms, steam pits, outdoor weather, etc.). Ability to work in confined and dusty spaces while wearing respirator or other required safety gear. Ability to work outdoors in extreme and inclement weather conditions ranging from high heat with humidity, to freezing, rainy, and windy conditions. Ability to work around and be exposed to unpleasant sights and smells, dangerous and/or hazardous substances. Ability and skill in estimating time, methods, and materials needed from construction documents, and ability to prepare accurate estimates. Ability to work from varying heights of up to 25 feet above grade; ability to lift up to 75 pounds; ability to perform repetitive lifting, stooping, kneeling, pushing, pulling and reaching. Ability to lift, load, carry, move and manipulate various building materials; Ability to utilize approprate safety devices, equipment and gear to safely perform physical requirements and duties. Preferred Qualifications Basic knowledge and technical skills with computer programs and applications (i.e. Microsoft Word, Excel, Design Cad 2, etc.). Knowledge of UC/UCR policies and systems. Ability to work with a diverse student, staff, faculty, and visitor population and ability to provide exemplary customer service. Additional Information In the Heart of Inland Southern California, UC Riverside is located on nearly 1,200 acres near Box Springs Mountain in Southern California; the park-like campus provides convenient access to the vibrant and growing Inland region. The campus is a living laboratory for the exploration of issues critical to growing communities' air, water, energy, transportation, politics, the arts, history, and culture. UCR gives every student, faculty and staff member the resources to explore, engage, imagine and excel. UC Riverside is recognized as one of the most ethnically diverse research universities in the country boasting several key rankings of which we are extremely proud. UC Riverside is proud to be ranked No. 12 among all U.S. universities, according to Money Magazine's 2020 rankings, and among the top 1 percent of universities worldwide, according to the 2019-20 Center for World University rankings. UC Riverside is the top university in the United States for social mobility. - U.S. News 2020 UCR is a member of the University Innovation Alliance, the leading national coalition of public research universities committed to improving student success for low-income, first-generation, and students of color. Among top-tier universities, UC Riverside ranks No. 2 in financial aid. - Business Insider 2019 Ranked No. 2 in the world for research, UCR's Department of Entomology maintains one of the largest collections of insect specimens the nation. - Center for World University Rankings UCR's distinguished faculty boasts 2 Nobel Laureates, and 13 members of the National Academies of Science and Medicine. The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories under state or federal law. It is the policy of the University of California to undertake affirmative action and anti-discrimination efforts, consistent with its obligations as a Federal and State contractor. For information about our generous employee benefits package, visit: Employee Benefits Overview

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