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Carpenter

Purdue University
Lafayette, IN Full Time
POSTED ON 11/7/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 12/7/2025
Job Description

Req Id: 36908
Job Title: Carpenter
City: West Lafayette
Job Description:
Job Summary

As a Carpenter for the Operations and Maintenance Department, you will:

  • Perform carpentry construction, installation, maintenance and repair.
  • Work from written and oral instructions using saws, drills, jointers, planers, routers, hand tools, and all of the shop power tools.
  • Install suspended ceilings, lay out floor tile, install doors and hardware such as locks, handles and closures.
  • Install laminate veneer to furniture and countertops, install and finish drywall.
  • Assist with or fabricate and install solid surface materials.
  • Contribute to Purdue's $600 million research enterprise by maintaining and enhancing facilities that support cutting-edge research and innovation

About Us:

When you join Purdue University, you join a community that keeps moving forward. For more than 150 years, we've been known for not only our groundbreaking work in STEM research, but also for our collective imagination, ingenuity and innovation. Our campus is a living laboratory, where your carpentry skills will directly contribute to creating and maintaining spaces that inspire learning and discovery

What We Are Looking For

Education and Experience:

  • High school diploma/GED is required.
  • 3 years of experience in carpentry construction, installation, maintenance and/or repair required.
  • Ability to work well with others and communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with supervisor, co-workers and customers.
  • Must have ability to perform basic mathematical calculations and able to read and interpret blueprints.

Skills needed:

  • Strong mechanical aptitude needed.
  • Knowledge of the relevant equipment, machines and tools is required to promote security and protection of people, data and property.
  • Must be able to install equipment to meet appropriate standards.
  • Attention to detail is required.
  • Basic computer skills and a familiarity with word processors and spreadsheets is necessary.
  • Must be able to lift and carry 25 to 50 lbs. frequently, and up to 60 lbs. or more occasionally.
  • Exposed to adverse conditions including hot and cold temperatures, loud noise, machinery, moving parts, sharp objects, low voltage electricity and steam pipes and tunnels.
  • Valid driver’s license is required.
What We Would Like You To Know
  • To learn more about Purdue’s benefits summary CLICK HERE
  • Purdue will not sponsor employment authorization for this position
  • A background check will be required for employment in this position
  • FLSA: Non-Exempt (Eligible For Overtime)
  • Retirement Eligibility: Non-exempt Defined Contribution Plan

Who We Are:

Purdue is a community built on collaboration, with global perspectives, Boilermaker pride and endless opportunity to live, learn and grow. Join us and contribute to our culture.

Career Stream
  • Fire, Police, and Skilled Trades 2 (SK2)
  • Pay Band S050
  • Job Code# 20002434
  • Link to Purdue University's Compensation Guidelines: https://www.purdue.edu/hr/mngcareer/compguidelines/index.php

Purdue University is an EO/AA employer. All individuals, including minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.

Education
Typically requires a high school diploma/GED
FLSA Status
Non-Exempt

Posting Start Date: 4/21/25

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