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Agency Information:
Laid out on a 78-acre campus, Larned State Hospital (LSH) is the largest psychiatric facility in the state serving the western two-thirds of Kansas with nearly 1,000 employees and the capacity to treat more than 450 patients daily, 24-hours a day, seven days a week. LSH is accredited by The Joint Commission (TJC) and certified by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS).
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//www.kdads.ks.gov/state-hospitals-and-institutions/larned-state-hospital About the Position Who can apply:
Anyone Classified/Unclassified Service:
Unclassified Full-Time/Part-Time:
Full-Time Regular/Temporary:
Regular Work Schedule:
M-F 8-5 Eligible to
Receive Benefits:
Yes Veterans' Preference Eligible:
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Carpenter Compensation:
$15.18/hour
TEMPORARY
additional pay of $2.50/hr for every hour worked. $1,000 Sign-On Bonus after 90 days of employment for any new hire. Salary can vary depending upon education, experience, or qualifications. Employment Benefits Comprehensive medical, mental, dental, vision, and additional coverage Sick & Vacation leave Work-Life Balance programs: parental leave, military leave, jury leave, funeral leave Paid State Holidays (designated by the Governor annually) Fitness Centers in select locations Employee discounts with the STAR Program Retirement and deferred compensation programs Visit the Employee Benefits page for more information…
Position Summary & Responsibilities Position Summary:
This position exists to do routine maintenance of building and all building components, including update or rerouting for better use due to program changes. Also may involve assisting other trade workers in installation, maintenance, repair, or construction or wooden structures and equipment. Identifies and provides quality consumer services and helps to provide quality support services to Larned State Hospital, Larned Correctional Mental Health Facility, and Sexual Predator Treatment Program in pursuit of their mission. Job Responsibilities may include but are not limited to the following:
Maintain Agency Buildings:
Tighten or replace hinges. Replace doorknobs and shafts. Replace doors and other wooden structures. Repair locks and install locks. Construct walls
Repair window frames. Repair all types of roofs. Repair all types of floors.
Construct and Maintain Building Fixtures and Furnishings:
Construct Cabinets. Measure and figure materials. Construct bookcases and similar furniture. Construct partitions. Install and repair suspended ceilings. Patch holes in masonry walls and surfaces. Assist with painting projects as needed.
Repair and Maintain Buildings:
Repair furniture. Repair cabinets and furniture, all types. Work done with standard carpentry tools.
Miscellaneous Duties:
Masonry assigned as needed. Floor tile. Ceiling tile. Hang bulletin and white boards, pictures, clocks, hot files, etc. Subject to callback, standby, irregular hours, and scheduled weekend duty.
Training:
Training provided by supervisor. Monthly safety training by department. Tool box safety meetings.
Qualifications Minimum Qualifications :
Unrestricted Driver's License Six months of experience as a carpenter. Education may be substituted for experience as determined relevant by the agency.
Preferred Qualifications :
Three years' experience in carpentry work and/or education at post high school level in carpentry.
Post-Offer, Pre-employment Requirements :
Ability to pass a KBI background and pre-employment drug test.
Recruiter Contact Information Name :
Mitchell Smith Email :
mitchell.smith@ks.gov
Phone :
620.285.4383
Mailing Address :
1301 KS Hwy 264, Larned, KS 67550 Job Application Process First Sign in or register as a New User . Complete or update your contact information on the Careers> My Contact Information page.
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K.S.A. 73-201
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Victoriano@ks.gov, or can be mailed/delivered in person to:
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Disability Hiring Preference Coordinator Office of Personnel Services Docking State Office Building 915 SW Harrison Ave, Suite 260 Topeka, KS 66612 Equal Employment Opportunity The State of Kansas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job. If you wish to identify yourself as a qualified person with a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act and would like to request an accommodation, please address the request to the agency recruiter.
Work Location:
In person