University of Florida - Details - Carpenter

Carpenter - Entry

Apply now Job no: 538654
Work type: Staff Full-Time
Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
Categories: Facilities Operations/Skilled Trades, Veteran's Preference Eligible
Department:63571400 - FS-OPER-CRP-MSN

Classification Title:	Carpenter, Entry Level
Classification Minimum Requirements:	High school diploma or equivalent.
Job Description:	Assists with installing, repairing, and preventatively maintaining ceiling tiles and ceiling grids Assists with installing, repairing, and preventatively maintaining fixed classroom seating, windows, window frames, and window screens Assists with installing, repairing, and preventatively maintaining various types of flooring, vinyl and ceramic tiles, wall bases, and molding; assists with building counter tops Assists with installing, repairing, and preventatively maintaining metal and wood doors and doorframes, mortise locks, hinges, exit devices, door closers, handicapped door operators, and other door hardware Assists with pouring, forming, and finishing concrete; laying block and brick; and repairing plaster Supports other trades and contractors; cleans/maintains shop and all related equipment Operates UF vehicle (truck) State of Florida Class E operator license (required) Criminal background check (required) Post-offer health assessment (required) NORMAL WORK SCHEDULE: - Schedule may vary depending on location - 40 hours per week - Position considered as Essential Personnel as defined by UF Policy
Expected Salary:	$17.00 Hourly
Required Qualifications:	High school diploma or equivalent.
Preferred:	EDUCATION & TRAINING: None above minimum qualifications EXPERIENCE: None above minimum qualifications KNOWLEDGE: Beginner knowledge of safe work practices in maintenance and repair work SKILLS: Skill in using hand tools and equipment ABILITIES - Ability to communicate effectively - Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others PHYSICAL QUALIFICATIONS - Ability to drive or walk to customer/trouble locations - Ability to move or lift weights (such as ladders, tools, and equipment) weighing up to 100 pounds with assistance - Ability to climb - Ability to reach above shoulders frequently - Ability to kneel - Ability to bend repeatedly - Ability to pull and push repetitively
Special Instructions to Applicants:	Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.
Health Assessment Required:	Yes

Advertised: 05 Feb 2026 Eastern Standard Time
Applications close: 19 Feb 2026 Eastern Standard Time

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Position	Department	Location	Closes
Carpenter - Entry	63571400 - FS-OPER-CRP-MSN	Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)	19 Feb 2026
The Entry-Level Carpenter (job code 002804) herein described works in Facilities Services at the University of Florida (UF). The incumbent assists senior workers with installing, repairing, and preventatively maintaining ceiling tiles, ceiling grids, fixed classroom seating, windows, window frames, window screens, various types of flooring, vinyl and ceramic tiles, wall bases, molding, metal and wood doors and doorframes, mortise locks, hinges, exit devices, door closers, handicapped door operators, and other door hardware. He/she assists with building counter tops; pouring, forming, and finishing concrete; laying block and brick; and repairing plaster. The incumbent supports other trades and contractors, cleans and maintains the shop and all related equipment, operates a UF vehicle, and performs other duties (as assigned). May participate in the Facilities Services FaST Path Program. He/she begins the National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) Core. May participate in the NCCER Carpentry Level 1 curriculum.