Carpenter (Main Campus)

Join a leader in higher education and one of the best employers to work for in the Philadelphia area.

Temple University’s Facilties department is searching for a Carpenter.

This union position pays $33.57/hr with a 40 hour work week.

Become a part of the Temple family and you will have access to the following:

Full medical, dental, vision coverage

Paid time off

11 Paid Holidays (including the day after Thanksgiving & winter break)

Tuition remission – eligible employees can obtain an undergraduate or graduate degree TUITION FREE

A generous retirement plan and so much more!

Reporting to the Carpenter & Painter Supervisor the Carpenter reports to and works under the guidance of the Supervisor.  Has medium to a high level of expertise to perform skilled carpentry. Assists with the maintenance, repair, and renovation of all carpentry aspects of university buildings.  Maintains a safe and workable environment for all building users.  Candidates should possess excellent customer service, communication, and interpersonal skills. Focus on high-quality work and efficiency is required

Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Education and Experience:

Completion of a recognized apprenticeship as a carpenter, or full journey status as a carpenter in a union, or five years applicable work experience.  An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Required Skills and Abilities:

*Must have a valid Driver’s License

*Ability to travel between campus work sites

*Ability to be a team player and work towards common goals in a timely and constructive manner

*Capable of prioritizing urgent projects and working in a fast-paced and challenging work environment

*Capacity to work independently without constant supervision

This position requires a background check.

Temple University values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity for all persons regardless of age, color, disability, ethnicity, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

In accordance with the City of Philadelphia’s COVID-19 mandate, all Temple University students, faculty, staff, and contractors must be fully vaccinated before receiving authorization to work unless they have a medical or religious exemption approved by the University.  An individual is considered fully vaccinated two (2) weeks following the second dose of the Pfizer or Moderna vaccine or two (2) weeks following a single dose of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine. Individuals who do not meet the University’s vaccination or exemption requirement will be prohibited from working until proof of full vaccination or an exemption is requested and approved.  For more information, visit the University’s Vaccines web page at https://www.temple.edu/coronavirus/vaccines . 

Compliance Statement: In the performance of their functions as detailed in the position description employees have an obligation to avoid ethical, legal, financial, and other conflicts of interest to ensure that their actions and outside activities do not conflict with their primary employment responsibilities at the institution. Employees are also expected to understand and be in compliance with applicable laws, University and employment policies, and regulations, including NCAA regulations for areas and departments in which their essential functions cause them to interact.

To obtain additional information about Temple University please visit our website at www.temple.edu . 

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You may request a copy of the report by calling Temple University’s Campus Safety Services at 215-204-7900.