Carpenter

This job was posted by : For moreinformation, please see: Title:CarpenterDepartment:Facilities Services (CBU)Advertised Pay:$25.00/hourCampus Location:Washburn UniversityApplication Deadline:Application review will begin as applicationsare received and will continue until the position is filled. Applicantscan be assured of full consideration if submitted by February 12, 2026.Position Summary:This position performs the duties of a Carpenter.About Washburn University:Washburn University is a teaching-focused,student-centered, public institution located in the metropolitan settingof Topeka that has earned national recognition for its high-impactprograms for first-generation students. Washburn has a student body ofover 5,500 undergraduate, graduate, and law students, a significant andgrowing number of whom are first-generation and Pell-Grant eligible. TheUniversity has created educational pathways for all students to besuccessful and achieve their educational goals.Washburn is dedicated to recruiting and retaining a dynamic faculty,staff, and student body and cultivating a robust learning and workingenvironment and curriculum. We employ more than one thousand faculty andstaff on our campuses throughout Topeka and strive to offer competitivewages, an excellent benefits program, and a supportive culture and ahealthy work/life balance. Washburn seeks to create an environment thatreflects our core values for creating positive IMPACT: inclusion,modernization, partnership, achievement, community and 2024, Washburn was recognized as one of the best colleges in thenation to work for, according to Great Colleges to Work For program.Essential Functions:Employees are expected to use equipment to manufacturer and Universitystandards and to comply with University and OSHA policies andregulations.New employees must complete safety training within 6 months of hire.As assigned or requested via work orders, construct, repair and maintainstructures such as furniture, partitions, walls, platforms, paneling,siding, window frames, stairways, doors and door frames and otherstructures using hand and power tools and performing a variety ofconstruction duties, including but not limited to carpentry, plastering,ceiling tile and grid repairs; roof repairs such as wooden trim, soffitor shingle roof tiles; floor repair such as install small quantity offloor tiles or patch floor tiles; and masonry and minor demolition.Review building plans, blueprints, sketches, etc., estimate andrequisition type and quantity of materials required to completeprojects.Work with other facilities and University staff, offices, etc. tocoordinate activities to accomplish carpentry stall and maintain doors.Maintain and repair locks on doors, windows and furniture.Record and document completed tasks using Computerized MaintenanceManagement System spect completed work for quality standards, code and regulationcompliance.Recommend work process improvements to Facilities supervisors andadministrators.Assist with general maintenance activities as assigned.Provide service support for campus events.Maintain a professional, safe and clean work area.Snow removal duties as assigned.Required Qualifications:High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.Formal training in Carpentry.5 years of experience working as a Carpenter.Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.Ability to read and apply information from schematics and buildingblueprints.Valid Kansas drivers license with an acceptable driving record underUniversity standards.Physical Requirements:This position is designated a safety sensitive position and will berequired t o undergo drug screening.Ability to work from a ladder and/or a lift.Ability to respond to emergency service calls outside regularlyscheduled work hours.Ability to move and/or maneuver equipment and materials weighing as muchas 50 pounds.Preferred Qualifications:Skills as a locksmith.4 years of experience in Building Trades.Experience with a Computerized Maintenance Management System.Hourly, Full-time, Mon-Fri, 8am-4:30pmBackground check, driving history, and drug screen are required

Created: 2026-02-02