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Carpenter 3

Inside Higher Ed
Tallahassee, FL Full Time
POSTED ON 12/25/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/23/2026
Job Title: Carpenter 3

Location: Tallahassee, FL

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Full/Part Time: Full-Time

Job ID: 61633

Department

Facilities - Maintenance

Responsibilities

  • Performs repairs and replacement of floor tiles, ceramic tiles, and damaged carpet campus wide. Field measure, build and install, and or repair kitchen cabinets, vanities, and shelving units, along with general carpentry. Repair furniture tables, chairs, etc. Repair and or install new doors and hardware. Assist other trades as needed, ie, Locksmith, plasterer, and painters.
  • Use vehicles to carry supplies and travel campus wide to perform various skilled maintenance. Performs minor plaster and sheet rock repairs, including maintenance, but not limited to such tasks as doors, furniture, painting, and lock hardware.
  • Documents work performed and orders materials on appropriate departmental forms. Maintains tools and equipment, organizes and cleans assigned shop areas as required, and performs related work as assigned by supervisor.
  • Performs additional maintenance and supervises helpers as required.

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalency and ten years external professional experience.
  • Must have a Builder's License.
  • A valid State of Florida or Georgia Driver’s License or the ability to obtain upon hire.

University Information

One of the nation's elite research universities, Florida State University preserves, expands, and disseminates knowledge in the sciences, technology, arts, humanities, and professions, while embracing a philosophy of learning strongly rooted in the traditions of the liberal arts and critical thinking. Founded in 1851, Florida State University is the oldest continuous site of higher education in Florida. FSU is a community steeped in tradition that fosters research and encourages creativity. At FSU, there’s the excitement of being part of a vibrant academic and professional community, surrounded by people whose ideas are shaping tomorrow’s news!

Learn more about our university and campuses.

Anticipated Salary Range

The anticipated starting salary is $49,400, commensurate with experience.

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How To Apply

If qualified and interested in a specific job opening as advertised, apply to Florida State University at https://jobs.fsu.edu. If you are a current FSU employee, apply via myFSU > Self Service.

Applicants are required to complete the online application with all applicable information. Applications must include all work history up to ten years, and education details even if attaching a resume.

Veterans' Preference

Certain service members and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such service members and veterans, receive preference and priority, and certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for post secondary educational requirements, in employment by the state and its political subdivisions and are encouraged to apply for the positions being filled. Veterans' Preference applies to University Support Personnel System (USPS) positions only.

IMPORTANT: To claim Veterans' Preference, select “yes” to the question on the application questionnaire and upload a DD-214 (or equivalent), the Veterans' Preference Certification form, and other documentation if applicable with your online application before midnight of the position closing date.

Click the links for eligibility information and required documentation, or call FSU Human Resources at (850) 644-6034.

Considerations

This is an USPS (University Support Personnel System) position.

This position requires successful completion of a criminal history background check.

The work schedule is 8:00am to 4:30pm with 30-minute break.

Equal Employment Opportunity

FSU is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Salary : $49,400

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