Job Description
How to Apply A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position. Responsibilities• Cut, shape and smooth wooden components, using handtools and power tools, including sanders, jointer, routers, planers, saws, drill press and drills. Assemble, install, and repair structures and fixtures, including floors, walls, partitions, molding, window sash, cement forms, frames, platforms, baseboard, scaffolding, shoring, suspended ceilings, blackboards, bulletin boards, doors, and built-in bookcases, desks, and counters, using nails, screws, bolts, glue, clamps, braces and carpentry tools. Cut, shape and assemble wood sections according to blueprints or sketches. Lay floors, including asphalt tile. Install interior and exterior trim. Install and repair hardware, including hinges, lock units, venetian blinds, latches and door closures. Alter or repair furniture or fixtures, including chairs, desks, cabinets and bookcases. Set up, adjust and clean portable carpentry equipment. Read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, sketches and job specifications. Determine type and dimensions of wood stock to be used. Prepare records and service reports of materials and time expended. Required Qualifications• Graduation from high school. Considerable knowledge of the tools, methods and materials used in carpentry. Reasonable manual strength and dexterity. Ability to work from ladders and scaffolding. Desired Qualifications•
Professional Certification:
Journeyman's Card Specialized Knowledge:
Doors, locks, hardware, counters, cabinets, finish work Modes of Work Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes. Work Schedule Sunday:
Off Monday - Friday:
7:00AM to 3:30PM Saturday:
Off PLEASE NOTE
This is a year-round, 40 hours per week position. Additional Information SUPERVISION RECEIVED
Receives supervision from a designated official. SUPERVISION EXERCISED
No supervisory responsibility. Union Affiliation This position is covered under the collective bargaining agreement between the U-M and the U-M Skilled Trades Union, Inc., which contains and settles all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours and other terms and conditions of employment. U-M EEO Statement The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer. Job Opening ID 277282
Working Title CARPENTER
Job Title CARPENTER
Work Location Ann Arbor Campus Ann Arbor, MI Modes of Work Onsite Full/Part Time Full-Time Regular/Temporary Regular FLSA Status Nonexempt Organizational Group Dsa Housing Services Department Facilities Posting Begin/End Date 5/11/2026 - 5/25/2026 Salary $103,147.20 - $104,187.20 Career Interest Trades (Trades Union)