Carpenter - Entry

Carpenter•

Entry JOB NO:

538654

WORK TYPE:

Staff Full-Time

LOCATION

Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)

CATEGORIES

Facilities Operations/Skilled Trades, Veteran's Preference Eligible

DEPARTMENT

63571400

• FS-OPER-CRP-MSN

CLASSIFICATION TITLE

Carpenter, Entry Level

CLASSIFICATION MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

High school diploma or equivalent.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Assists with installing, repairing, and preventatively maintaining ceiling tiles and ceiling grids Assists with installing, repairing, and preventatively maintaining fixed classroom seating, windows, window frames, and window screens Assists with installing, repairing, and preventatively maintaining various types of flooring, vinyl and ceramic tiles, wall bases, and molding; assists with building counter tops Assists with installing, repairing, and preventatively maintaining metal and wood doors and doorframes, mortise locks, hinges, exit devices, door closers, handicapped door operators, and other door hardware Assists with pouring, forming, and finishing concrete; laying block and brick; and repairing plaster Supports other trades and contractors; cleans/maintains shop and all related equipment Operates UF vehicle (truck) State of Florida Class E operator license (required) Criminal background check (required) Post-offer health assessment (required)

NORMAL WORK SCHEDULE

• Schedule may vary depending on location
• 40 hours per week
• Position considered as Essential Personnel as defined by UF Policy

EXPECTED SALARY

$17.00 Hourly

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

High school diploma or equivalent.

PREFERRED

EDUCATION & TRAINING:

None above minimum qualifications

EXPERIENCE

None above minimum qualifications

KNOWLEDGE

Beginner knowledge of safe work practices in maintenance and repair work

SKILLS:

Skill in using hand tools and equipment

ABILITIES

• Ability to communicate effectively
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others

PHYSICAL QUALIFICATIONS

• Ability to drive or walk to customer/trouble locations
• Ability to move or lift weights (such as ladders, tools, and equipment) weighing up to 100 pounds with assistance
• Ability to climb
• Ability to reach above shoulders frequently
• Ability to kneel
• Ability to bend repeatedly
• Ability to pull and push repetitively

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANTS

Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date. Position has been reposted, previous applicants still under consideration.

HEALTH ASSESSMENT REQUIRED

Yes

ADVERTISED

23 Mar 2026 Eastern Daylight Time