Carpenter - Facilities Management Admin

Hiring Department: Facilities Management Admin

Location: Chicago, IL USA

Requisition ID: 1028446

Posting Close Date: December 3, 2024

About the University of Illinois Chicago

UIC is among the nation’s preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent “Best Colleges” rankings published by U.S. News & World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has over 300,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago.

This is a full-time and benefits eligible position. Hybrid and flexible work schedules are available. UIC offers competitive salaries commensurate with experience. In addition all full time benefits eligible positions include a comprehensive benefits package which include; Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability & AD&D insurance, a defined benefit pension plan as well as paid leave which includes; Vacation, Holiday and Sick. In addition we offer tuition waivers for employees and dependents. Click for a complete list of Employee Benefits.

Description:

Installs, maintains, and repairs building hardware, including but not limited to doors, windows, floors, walls, partitions, and ceilings in accordance with accepted procedures and techniques of the carpenter trade.

Duties & Responsibilities:

A Carpenters main responsibilities are to install, maintain, and repair doors, door hardware, windows, window hardware, floors, ceilings, partitions, office equipment/furniture, classroom fixtures/equipment, hospital fixtures/equipment, and athletic fixtures/equipment.

A Carpenter responds to departmental requests which include, but are not limited to securing office equipment, and installing shelves, chalkboards, signage and cabinetry.

A Carpenter is responsible for remodeling existing structures per departmental request. A Carpenter inspects the work site to determine materials, equipment, and fixtures as required by scope of work. They make plans, lay-out, assembles and installs materials, equipment and fixtures as required by scope of work.

Prepares written record of daily work activities. Performs related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications Required:

High school diploma or equivalent.
Successful completion of a recognized carpenter apprenticeship program or four (4) years (48 months) of full-time journeyman-level Carpenter experience (the trade for this purpose shall include work normally performed by carpenters, millworkers, floor layers, and any other classifications encompassed within the scope of work included in these trade categories).
As required by the position to be filled, current license/certification consistent with vehicles, machinery, and equipment that is routinely used in the general occupational area. i (Which is a valid Driver’s License. Please be sure to list it or upload a copy to your application. Otherwise, the exam request, may be denied).

iDependent upon institutional need, incumbents may be required to obtain job-related certification or license, such as a valid Illinois Department of Public Health Lead Abatement Worker License. Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act, accommodations may be afforded to applicants/employees.

To Apply: For fullest consideration click on the Apply Now button, please fully complete all sections of the online application including adding your full work history with specific details of your duties & responsibilities for each position held. Fully complete the education, licensure, certification and language sections. You may upload a resume, cover letter, certifications, licensures, transcripts and diplomas within the application.

The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.

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