What are the responsibilities and job description for the Building Trades Carpenter position at Truman State University?
Posting Details
Position Information
Position Title
Building Trades Carpenter
Job Responsibilities
Reports directly to the Building Trades Supervisor and is responsible for all types of interior and exterior carpentry and masonry work on campus. Also includes oversight of part-time student workers.
RESPONSIBILITIES
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Install and repair doors, windows, roofing, walls, ceilings, flooring, modular furniture, and other related structural and architectural items.
- Perform concrete installation work, including forms, reinforcing steel, placement and finishing, and repairs including removal and patching.
- Perform masonry work, including installation, repair, and tuck-pointing for structural and architectural brick and block.
- Assist in stage set-up for special events.
- Complete work order documentation upon completion of work.
- Initiate requests for necessary parts and supplies.
- Maintain orderly storage of tools, materials, and equipment.
- Clean shop areas as needed.
- Be available for emergency night calls.
- Be available for overtime and weekend scheduled events.
- Schedule and oversee work of assigned part-time student employees.
- Assume all other reasonable duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Building Trades Supervisor including some maintenance duties outside of specialty.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Ability to read and understand product instructions and cautions, work orders, and work safety procedures.
- Ability to use hand and power concrete, masonry, and carpentry tools.
- Ability to lift 80 pounds.
- Ability to climb ladders.
- Ability to understand and follow instructions given by supervisor.
PERSONAL INTERACTION
Daily contact is required with the Building Trades Supervisor concerning scheduled and unscheduled activities. Frequent interaction is required with coworkers and student workers. Frequent interaction is required with faculty, students, and staff who use campus facilities.
Required Qualifications
- Work history showing dependability and strong work ethic
- Minimum three years of prior professional carpentry work experience which must have been completed within the last seven years
- Ability to obtain a valid driver’s license
Preferred Qualifications
- Professional masonry work experience
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
S331P
Open Date
08/20/2026
Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Applications must be submitted electronically at http://employment.truman.edu/. For assistance with submitting an application, please contact Human Resources at 660-785-4031 or hrstaff@truman.edu. Final candidates will be expected to undergo and successfully pass a background check.
Review of applications will begin August 28, 2026, and continue until the position is filled.
Truman offers an attractive benefits package including: paid sick and vacation time; paid holidays; medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance; and retirement plan. Paid parental leave and tuition discount are available for eligible employees after one year. For more information, visit https://hr.truman.edu/benefits/.
Review of applications will begin August 28, 2026, and continue until the position is filled.
Truman offers an attractive benefits package including: paid sick and vacation time; paid holidays; medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance; and retirement plan. Paid parental leave and tuition discount are available for eligible employees after one year. For more information, visit https://hr.truman.edu/benefits/.
Salary
$18.38 hourly
Non Discrimination Statement
Truman State University is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in hiring, promotion, or any other employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal or Missouri law. We are committed to fair and equal treatment in all aspects of employment. Inquiries about these policies may be directed to the Institutional Compliance Officer, 660-785-4354, and titleix@truman.edu.
Truman is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. To request this document in an alternate form or to request an accommodation, please contact Human Resources, McClain Hall 101, 100 E. Normal, Kirksville, MO 63501, 660-785-4031 orhrstaff@truman.edu.
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Documents Needed To Apply
Required Documents
Optional Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- Other Documents
Benefits:
Health Insurance, Pension Plan, Sick LeaveSalary : $18