Capital Planning and Facilities works to ensure that IU campuses are beautiful, functional, and sustainable, supporting excellence in teaching, learning, research, and community engagement across the entire university. A unit within Capital Planning and Facilities, Facility Operations maintains our physical campus to support research, teaching, and learning at Indiana University Bloomington. As a unit of Capital Planning and Facilities, Facility Operations provides wide-ranging services' all with the goal of creating a beautiful, well-functioning campus.
Job Summary
Studies specifications in blueprints, sketches, or building plans to determine materials required and dimensions of structure to be fabricated.
Builds or repairs doors, framework, floors, ceilings, shingle roofs, or other fixtures in buildings. Installs structures and fixtures such as roofing, walls, frames, ceilings, flooring dead bolts, keyed entry components, panic devices, closures) using carpenter's hand and power tools.
Performs millwork, cabinetry and finish carpentry by setting up and operating power tools and machinery to size, plane, joint and mold lumber to desired dimensions. Cuts tongues, grooves, bevels, beads or molding patterns. Cuts and installs custom moldings and trim.
Uses hand tools and wood screws, nails, dowel pins, or glue to make framework or props. Fabricates and installs chalkboards, bulletin boards, blinds, and projection screens.
Measures dimensions of area and determines plumb of walls or ceilings using plumb-line and level.
Assembles, fits, and attaches glass to framing; attaches mounting strips and moldings to surface and applies mastic cement, putty, or screws to secure glass into position; applies glazing.
Repairs Venetian blinds and roll shades using basic hand tools. Reinstalls to window if removed.
Drives vehicle.
Performs other general building maintenance as needed.
Participates in the training of apprentices and/or other workers as needed.
Qualifications
EDUCATION
Required
High school diploma or equivalent (such as HSED or GED)
WORK EXPERIENCE
Required
5 years verifiable journey level experience in the carpentry field OR Certificate in DOL apprenticed carpentry trade
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES
Required
Possesses a valid driver's license and ability to be insured by Indiana University Upon Date of Hire
SKILLS
Required
Proficient communication skills
Maintains a high degree of professionalism
Demonstrates time management and priority setting skills
Demonstrates a high commitment to quality
Possesses flexibility to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment
Seeks to acquire knowledge in area of specialty
Highly thorough and dependable
Demonstrates a high level of accuracy, even under pressure
Excellent organizational skills
Ability to represent the company with external constituents
Ability to drive multiple projects to successful completion
Strong verbal communication and listening skills
Ability to build strong customer relationships
Knowledge of materials, methods, and tools involved in the construction or repair of houses, buildings or other structures. Equipment utilized: Tools of the craft both hand and powered.
Examples: glass cutter, putty knife, propane torch, stationary power equipment (table saw, mortise machine, planer, jointer, sander, lathe, radial arm saw, drill press, band saw, tenon machine) and hand-held electric tools (saws, planes, router, drills, jackhammer, grinder, sanders, etc.), tile cutters, tub saws, concrete finishing tools, spackling tools
Knowledge of applicable building codes, regulations or ordinances
Ability to read blueprints and schematics
Ability to work in a safe and efficient manner
Ability to use a computer
Ability to determine the appropriate tools and equipment needed on the job and use them safely
May be required to acquire and maintain asbestos abatement, supervisor certification or other OSHA required certifications
Ability to work with wide variety of cultures and backgrounds
Working Conditions / Demands
This role regularly requires the ability to effectively communicate. This role frequently requires the ability to handle equipment. This role frequently requires the ability to remain stationary and ascend/descend ladders/stairs. This role requires the ability to move objects weighing up to 75 pounds. The role requires the ability to detect items in close proximity as well as far away; discern between colors; detect objects in peripheral space of self; discern items in detail; and to have good depth perception. The person in this role must be able to perform the essential functions with or without an accommodation.
Work Location
Bloomington, Indiana
Advertised Salary
$26.75 per hour
$55,640 per year
Benefits Overview
For full-time staff employees, Indiana University offers a wide array of benefits including:
Multiple plan options for medical insurance
Dental insurance
Health Savings Account with generous IU contribution
Life insurance, LTD, and AD&D options
Base retirement plan contribution from IU, subject to vesting
Additional supplemental retirement plan options
Tuition benefit for IU classes
10 paid holidays per year
Generous Paid Time Off
Paid Parental Leave
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Learn more about our benefits by reviewing our online Benefits Brochure.
Job Classification
Career Level: Mastery
FLSA: Nonexempt
Job Function: Engineering, Trades & Facility
Job Family: Licensed & Skilled Trades
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