Parks Carpenter

Milwaukee County oversees operations from our Airport, Behavioral Health, Child Support, Combined Court Operations, Sheriff's Department, Community Reintegration Center, Human Services, Parks, Public Safety, Public Works, Fleet Operations, Transportation, and at the Zoo. Our departments are also dedicated to our Seniors and those with Disabilities in Aging and Disability Services, and Veterans in Veterans Services. Our employees also remain committed to serving the cultural, human, recreational, and social needs of the entire community.

Milwaukee County offers a wide variety of interesting jobs for people who want to make a difference in our community. Milwaukee County provides a competitive benefit package and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. If disability related accommodations are needed, please contact 414-278-3936. For submitted application inquiries please contact careers@milwaukeecountywi.gov. Please note: an online application must be submitted for consideration.

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Carpenter

Milwaukee County Parks

Hourly Pay: $39.56

Closing Date: 1/19/26 or upon receiving 50 applications

Job Summary: The Parks Carpenter is responsible for designing, building, installing, and repairing structures, fixtures, furniture, and other items using different types of materials including wood and steel to protect and enhance departmental assets.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Perform carpentry and related activities - Perform inspections of departmental assets for building code compliance and maintenance needs. Perform routine and emergency repairs of buildings and structures including but not limited to; doors, windows, roofs, walls, floors, ceilings, siding, bridges, fences, and wooden/timber structures.
• New Construction - Design and build new construction projects including but not limited to; show props, furniture, cabinets, signs, bridges, and buildings.
• Locksmith - Install, remodel, repair, and maintain lock mechanisms, door openers, closures, and hardware.
• Administrative - Utilize computer-based work order system for job asks, initiate work requests to other trades or divisions, and document work/inspections. Order materials and supplies in county procurement program.
• Special Projects - Participate on special carpenter related projects.
• General small tool maintenance and repair - To keep all power equipment and hand tools, consistent with the trade, in working condition.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Current resident of Wisconsin.
• Possession of a valid State of Wisconsin Driver's License, able to be maintained throughout employment.
• Possession of a High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Five (5) or more years of work experience as a Recognized Journeyman Carpenter.
• Completion of a Carpenter Apprenticeship or possession of a Recognized Journeyman Certification.
• The ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50lbs.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with blueprint design review.
• Experience with roofing, shingling, drywall, or specialized form construction.
• Experience with custom cabinet building.
• Possession of Asbestos Certification.

NOTE: This ORIGINAL APPLICATION is open to qualified residents of the State of Wisconsin at the time of application. Candidates need to submit a full account of their training and experience (i.e., by submitting an up-to-date resume or by fully completing the application) during the application process and may also be asked to take additional written or performance tests as part of the selection process.

APPLICANTS MUST POSSESS MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AT TIME OF FILING APPLICATION

Milwaukee County is committed to fostering an equitable working environment, free from discrimination and harassment, on the basis of any characteristic protected by law. We prohibit any form of discrimination, harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, pregnancy related condition, national origin, age, disability, FMLA status, sexual orientation, military status, marital status, or any other category or status that is now or in the future protected by federal, state, and local law. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing, background checks and pre-employment physicals subject to job requirements. If special accommodations are needed, please contact 414-278-3936.