Carpenter II

Macalester College seeks to hire a Full Time Carpenter II to work in its Facilities Services Department. This position combines a variety of responsibilities of carpentry and general building maintenance.

As a Carpenter II you will be part of the trades team that maintains college buildings and environments around campus. The trades group is responsible for all types of carpentry/general maintenance activities which include planning repairing constructing rebuilding and installing of wall and ceiling materials windows doors cabinetry restroom hardware stairs roofing and furniture in and around campus.

• Maintain repair and installation work on walls this could include. Metal or wood construction sheetrock and taping plaster repair marker and tack boards vinyl base millwork etc.
• Maintain repair and installation work on windows this could include. Glass glazing hardware storms screens shades blinds drapes millwork etc.
• Maintain repair and installation work on doors this could include. Glass glazing hardware locks storm doors screens thresholds etc.
• Maintain repair and installation work on flooring this could include. Carpet VCT flooring vinyl sheet flooring ceramic tile hardwood etc.
• Maintain repair and installation work on restroom equipment this could include. Partition panels ADA railings and grab bars shelving mirrors towel and soap dispensers etc.
• Maintain repair and installation work on ceilings this could include. Lay-in ACT spline ceilings plaster sheetrock etc.
• Follow safe work practices and all environmental health and safety policies and procedures.

• Minimum of 5-8 years of experience that includes
• Successful completion of accredited carpenter apprenticeship program of 7000 hours or equivalent full-time carpenter experience as accepted by industry standards.
• Minimum of two years of consecutive full-time current employment as a journeyman carpenter with demonstrated combination of commercial and residential construction experience.
• Possesses demonstrated knowledge of carpentry and general maintenance activities including the proper sequential order of repairing constructing rebuilding and installing of: windows doors flooring walls and ceiling materials.
• Possesses demonstrated knowledge and experience in safely operating commonly used hand tools power tools and shop wood working machinery.
• Some locksmith experience to include building cores cutting keys and repair and replacement of door hardware is preferred but not required.

Compensation:

The hourly wage for this position will be $38.07 depending on experience.

Benefits:

At Macalester we are proud to offer excellent comprehensive employee benefits. Here are some highlights:

• Outstanding vacation and sick time packages plus an additional 10 holidays.
• Generous employer contribution to Health Savings Account.
• Free primary care for most services through Nice Healthcare when enrolled in a Macalester health plan.
• Access to the athletics fitness facility wellness coaching and activities.

These are just some of the great benefits Macalester has to offer! To see our full benefits packages and options please visit our Benefits Page.

Satisfactory completion of a criminal background check is a condition of employment.

Application Guidelines:

For best consideration please submit your resume through the Macalester Employment Opportunities webpage. This is an immediate need and the review of applications will begin immediately.

Jaclyn Howard

Talent Acquisition Manager

Macalester is dedicated to the goal of building a culturally diverse and pluralistic staff committed to working in a multicultural environment and strongly encourages applications from everyone who would add richness to our community including people of color individuals with disabilities women and LGBTQIA individuals.

Founded in 1874 Macalester College provides students with the inspiration insight and experience to become successful and ethical leaders. Located in flourishing St. Paul Minnesota Macalester enrolls over 2000 students from across the country and around the world. Macalester is a preeminent liberal arts college recognized for its student service and celebration of internationalism.

At Macalester we look at our employees through a whole-person holistic lens. With comprehensive benefits and well-being programs we provide and enable our community members to grow and care for themselves their families and one another. Our whole-hearted fidelity to community-building and social justice exemplify these ideals. Macalester College continuously prioritizes a culturally diverse and pluralistic community. We value individuals of all backgrounds and lived experiences.

Our rich blend of people holding varied identities enhances our strong commitment to multiculturalism and global citizenship. We seek candidates who reflect and strengthen our campus environment. Macalester invites and encourages everyone to apply who would add depth to our community including those from all sexual orientations races ethnicities national origins genders religions abilities and ages.