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Maricopa Community Colleges

Carpenter

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A Carpenter builds and repairs wood frameworks or structures for houses and buildings, or builds and installs wood cabinets, furniture or other fixtures. May specialize in residential, commercial or industrial carpentry.

$57,954 / year median in Arizona

+10% projected growth

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Job Description Job Description Carpenter Job
ID322934
Location Glendale Community College Full/Part TimeFull-Time Regular/TemporaryRegular Hiring Salary Range $22.28
  • $28.96/hourly, DOE Grade 112 Work Schedule Monday
  • Friday, 6am
  • 2:30pm
Summer Hours:
Monday
  • Thursday, 5am-3:30pm Work Calendar 12 Months Maricopa Summary 10 Colleges.
Unlimited Opportunities. The Maricopa County Community College District is one of the largest community college systems in the nation. Home to 10 individually accredited community colleges and 31 satellite locations, we proudly serve students in every corner of the Valley. Each day, our dedicated faculty, staff, and administrators, live out our vision—creating excellence in education for a better world. We focus on people—not profits. With 100% acceptance, zero rejections, and affordable tuition, we provide the flexibility and support our students need to succeed in and beyond the classroom. Discover how we're changing college. We don't just support our community—we help build it. We are the largest provider of workforce development training in the state. The activities of our colleges and their students support one out of every 28 jobs in Maricopa County. Learn about our economic impact. We believe our employees are our most valuable asset. Our 10 colleges and District Office support nearly 10,000 jobs and careers throughout Greater Phoenix. Join us in making a real difference in the lives of over 140,000 college students each year. Benefits Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) is committed to providing a competitive and comprehensive benefits program that supports our employees' and their families' health and well-being. Tfore, the MCCCD benefits support every stage of life and are designed to meet the diverse needs of our community. Explore the wide range of benefits and perks available to eligible employees at
MCCCD:
Affordable and Comprehensive Benefits Package:
Nationwide Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
Paid Time Off:
Vacation, Sick Leave, and Personal Time 20 Paid Observed Holidays Company-paid Life Insurance, AD&D, and Short-Term Disability plans, with the option to purchase supplemental coverage Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) Pension, including Long Term Disability and Retiree Health Insurance with 100% employer-matching contributions
Optional Retirement Plans:
403(b), 457(b), Roth 403(b), Roth 457(b) Tuition Reimbursement for employees and dependents Annual Professional Development Funding Flexible Work Schedules
Employee Health & Wellness Programs:
District-Wide Wellness Program with Workshops and Webinars Monthly Health & Wellness Calendar and Newsletter Virta Diabetes Reversal Program and Support Groups Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Sight-On-Site Eye Care Services Pre-Retirement Planning Events Qualifying Employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (potential loan forgiveness for federal Direct Loans after meeting repayment requirements and working full-time for an eligible employer) Job Summary The Carpenter performs journey-level rough and finish carpentry work to support construction, remodeling, and maintenance projects across a community college campus. Responsibilities include installing and repairing drywall, wood and metal stud framing, and suspended ceilings; removing and relocating walls, doors, windows, and mirrors; and completing tenant improvement work and space reconfigurations. The role also involves millwork and cabinet construction and repair, maintenance of doors and hardware, repair of hard surfaces and delaminating countertops, and minor flooring tasks such as carpet and cove base repair and installation. The Carpenter interprets blueprints to identify design or layout issues, prepares cost estimates, and procures materials, while maintaining accurate records, ensuring tools and work areas are clean and safe, and adhering to established policies and procedures, along with performing other related duties as assigned. Essential Functions 35% Performs journey-level rough and finished carpentry work on wood and other materials. Performs mill and cabinet work involving construction, finishing, and repair of structures, fixtures, furniture, cabinets, and equipment 25% Metal framing / Tenant Improvement work. Performs remodeling or new construction of assigned areas, such as rearranging or removal of walls and doorways, and repair and/or installation of drywall and suspended ceilings. Installs and repairs shelving, or paneling 20% Reads, interprets, and checks blueprints on new construction and remodeling to identify possible design and utility layout problems; prepares cost estimates and purchases or initiates purchase of construction materials and/or tools 15% Organizes and maintains work records and related documentation according to established procedures. Maintains tools, machinery and shop in clean and safe working condition. Performs general maintenance and clean-up work as required. Ads to applicable policies and procedures 5% Other duties as assigned Minimum Qualifications High School Diploma or GED and four (4) years of carpentry work experience equivalent to a journey-level. OR An Associate's degree or certification from a regionally accredited institution in construction technology, or a related discipline, and two (2) years of carpentry work experience equivalent to a journey-level. OR An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above, unless otherwise subject to any other requirements set forth in law or regulation. T is no substitution or equivalency allowable for the High School Diploma or GED. Desired Qualifications A. Two (2) years of experience in Drywall repair B. Two (2) years of experience with flooring and cove base boards C. Two (2) years of experience in Tenant Improvements D. Two (2) years of experience with Installing Doors and windows E. Two (2) years of experience Table Saws and/or various power tools. F. Journeyman Certification in Carpentry G. One (1) year of relevant full-time MCCCD experience during the previous two years Special Working Conditions
Working Conditions:
Work is performed in indoor and outdoor environments with frequent exposure to a variety of weather conditions, for short or long durations, including rain, wind, dust, cold temperatures, and extreme desert heat. Work may include moderate exposure to hazardous materials (such as chemicals, fumes, fuels, odors, poor ventilation, gases, blood, or other body fluids). Some indoor work environments may not be air-conditioned. Work may involve frequent exposure to loud noise associated with tools or carpentry work and require the use of hand and power tools. Work may require the use of ladders, scaffolding, or similar equipment, working at heights with safety harnesses or other safety measures. Some work may be performed in an office/computer workstation and require the use of a computer and keyboard for training, to check emails, and/or communicate with coworkers and supervisors. This classification may require that an incumbent be on their feet, standing or walking while performing duties, for the majority, if not all, of a work shift.