Journeyman Carpenter, UM Housing

Journeyman Carpenter, UM Housing


Salary: $29.44 Hourly
Location: Missoula Mountain Campus
Job Type: Hourly Staff Full-time
Job Number: 202400272
Sector: UM VP Student Success & Campus Life
Department: Housing, UM
Closing Date: 2/23/2025 11:59 PM Mountain
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit: 04 - Regional Council of Carpenters

Description


UM Housing invites applications for a Journeyman Carpenter to assist with the total maintenance of 770 residential apartments and 9 residence halls. The person in this role performs skilled maintenance rough and finish carpentry as required to properly maintain the housing units.

The University of Montana is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and has a strong institutional commitment to the principle of diversity in all areas. In that spirit, we are particularly interested in receiving applications from a broad spectrum of qualified people who would assist the University in demonstrating its five priorities for action: Place student success at the center of all we do; drive excellence and innovation in teaching, learning, and research; embody the principle of "mission first, people always"; partner with place; and proudly tell the UM story.

Examples of Duties and Responsibilities

Repair and construct wood articles

Install and repair floors - including carpet, vinyl and tile surfaces

Install and repair partitions, metal stalls, wood and metal cabinets, roofs, gutters

Perform counter top repair and replacement

Replace window glass and apply glazing, window screens, drapery and window coverings

Install various accessories related to residential units - i.e. mirrors, towel bars, closet rods

Hang sheetrock, any other work-related carpentry

Other maintenance areas as needed

Minimum Qualifications


Knowledge of:

Approved methods, materials, equipment and tools used in rough and finish carpentry.

All safety rules and procedures related to the trade

Ability to:

Read and interpret blue prints and work form drawings, blue prints, and sketches

Be self-directed, work independently with minimal supervision, plan ahead, anticipate problems and coordinate multiple jobs simultaneously.

Establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers and members of the crafts

Possess and maintain a valid Montana driver's license

Operate lifts, fork lift, other heavy equipment related to carpentry

Preferred Qualifications

Locksmith certification or ability to acquire it

Must possess or be able to obtain a valid Montana driver license

Physical Requirements
(Qualified candidates must be able to meet minimum requirements and perform the primary functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.)

Lifting: Ground to 36 inches, up to 100 pounds. Ground to overhead, up to 50 pounds.

Carrying: Front carry up to 120 pounds for 10 feet or less. One hand carry, up to 80 pounds, for 10 feet or less.

Pushing and pulling forces required (during the use of tools): 100 pounds sustained.

Static trunk forward bending and twisting from a standing, crouching or kneeling position while using tools.

Reaching with your arms in all directions, including overhead continuously, for at least 3 minutes.

Working in various positions (standing, squatting, kneeling, crouching, and crawling).

Balancing when climbing and working on a ladder or scaffold, or personnel lift.

Use of various grip circumferences and strengths as well as static grip positions during the use of various tools (4 1/2" to 5 1/2" circumference needing an average of 50 pounds of grip force) and while manipulating various work materials (maximum 100 pounds).

Manual steadiness, dexterity, speed, and coordination:

Arm-Hand Steadiness - The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while holding your arm and hand in one position.

Manual Dexterity - The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your two hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble objects.

Wrist-Finger Speed - The ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and wrists.

Physical Screen will be administered prior to a final offer of employment.

Additional Information


Position Number: 108020

Work Schedule: Full-time, 1.0 FTE (40 Hours a week), Monday through Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, 12 months/year

Probationary Period: Six (6) months minimum

Benefits Include: Insurance package, mandatory retirement plan, partial tuition waiver, and wellness program.

Screening of applications will begin after the closing date; however, applications will continue to be accepted until an adequate applicant pool has been established.

A complete application includes:

Detailed Resume - listing education and describing work experience

Three (3) Professional References - names and contact information

Must be eligible to work in the United State upon hire. Sponsorship is not available for this position.


Criminal Background Investigation is required prior to the offer of employment. In accordance with university regulations, finalists for this position will be subject to criminal background investigations. ADA/EOE/AA/Veteran's Preference. Reasonable accommodations are provided in the hiring process for persons with disabilities. For example, this material is available in alternative format upon request. As an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, we encourage applications from minorities, veterans, and women. Qualified candidates may request veterans' or disabilities preference in accordance with state law. References: References not listed on the application materials may be contacted; notice may be provided to the applicant. Testing: Individual hiring departments at UM may elect to administer pre-employment tests, which are relevant to essential job functions.

Employment Eligibility: All New Employees must be eligible and show employment eligibility verification by the first date of employment at UM, as legally required (e.g., Form I-9).



To apply, please visit https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/ummissoula/jobs/4824652/journeyman-carpenter-um-housing

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