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East Tennessee State University
Carpenter (Finish) (1201)
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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.
$53,749 / year median in Tennessee
+8% projected growth
Job Description
Be the First to Apply Job Description Job Summary Employees in this classification work under general supervision and perform a variety of skilled tasks related to building maintenance and construction. Duties include erecting forms, cutting and assembling materials, and performing other related work as required. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Ability to perceive small differences in objects and spatial relationships. Ability to attend to visual details. Ability to make precise arm and hand movements where strength and speed are minimized. Ability to plan and organize work effectively. Ability to read and interpret drawings and blueprints. Ability to use power tools commonly used in the carpentry trade. Ability to perform mathematical computations associated with construction and renovation tasks. Ability to work and communicate effectively with others. Ability to make precise manipulations using simple hand tools. Required Qualifications High school diploma or GED with five years of experience in finish carpentry, or Completion of a carpenter apprenticeship program or vocational school, or An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Compensation & Benefits Job Family - Facilities Services Trades Specialist 1 Market Range - 4 ( Salary Schedules ) For information on benefits, please visit www.etsu.edu/human-resources/benefits/ . Application Instructions Non-exempt positions are only required to be posted for a minimum of five (5) calendar days. The closing date for this posting is subject to change without notice to applicants. The position is contingent on a satisfactory background check ETSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer University Overview East Tennessee State University (ETSU) is an institution with over 14,000 diverse students and highly ranked graduate and undergraduate programs. Located in the Southern Appalachian Mountains of Northeast Tennessee, ETSU serves as a hub for community, discovery, and service. Aligned with the institution's mission, we value efforts to engage in teaching, scholarship, creative activities, and service that involve community partners and address significant societal needs in our region and beyond. Recognized in 2024 as a Great College to Work For, recent strategic initiatives prioritize the institution's focus on community engagement.