Carpenter jobs in Gainesville, FL

Job no:531017
Work type:Staff Full-Time
Location:Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
Categories:Facilities Operations/Skilled Trades, Veteran's Preference Eligible
Department:60310000 - AG-FAC PLANNING / OPERATIONS

Carpenter

The Carpenter with IFAS Facilities Planning and Operations inspects and performs maintenance and preventative maintenance on all UF/IFAS-owned buildings. Driving a state vehicle to work sites is required.

Duties will include:

• Performs carpentry, plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and preventive maintenance without the need for daily supervision. Driving a state vehicle to work sites is required.
  
  
• Installs plumbing, electrical, cabinetry, and related equipment.
  
  
• Performs various finish carpentry tasks.
  
  
• Performs various renovation tasks such as painting, paneling, drywall, and masonry. Other related duties as required in renovation and new construction work.

• Performs other related duties as required in renovation and new construction work. Some tasks will require driving a vehicle to job sites.

• Special projects for IFAS, build specialty cases, reception areas and other displays for IFAS Events.

About IFAS Facilities Planning & Operations

IFAS Facilities Planning & Operations supports over 1,000 buildings, 57,000 acres, and eighty employees around the state of Florida. Our team’s maintenance work furthers research and education that feed the world and preserve its natural resources. We seek to recruit and retain a diverse workforce as a reflection of our commitment to serve the diverse people of Florida and to maintain the excellence of the University.

We offer our employees a generous benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, pension and investment-based retirement plans, and flexible leave options.

University of Florida also funds education for its employees, up to 6 credit hours per semester. This opportunity can be used for degree programs or individual classes.

Benefits information: https://benefits.hr.ufl.edu/

Employee Education Program details: https://learn-and-grow.hr.ufl.edu/education-programs/employee-education-program/

For more information on IFAS, please visit: https://ifas.ufl.edu/

$19-23 hourly, commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Completion of an approved apprenticeship program for multiple trades; or a high school diploma and four years of appropriate experience. Appropriate vocational/technical training may substitute at an equivalent rate for the required experience.

Maintenance of a valid Florida driver's license is required.

• Self-starting work ethic.
• Proficiency with carpentry.
• Knowledge of hand tools and power tools, including pressure washers.
• Familiarity with essentials of HVAC, plumbing, and electrical.
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to learn and utilize electronic work order system.

In order to be considered, you must upload your cover letter, resume, and three professional references.

Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.

This position is eligible for veteran’s preference. If you are claiming veteran’s preference, please upload a copy of your DD 214 Member Copy 4 with your application for consideration. See our Veteran's Preference Page for more specific information.