A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position.

Construct, install, and repair structures and fixtures, using wood and other materials. Read construction documents, measure, cut, and assemble components like framework, walls, cabinets, and flooring while operating various hand and power tools to ensure quality and safety compliance.

Facilities & Operations is a positive organization dedicated to the principles of being respectful, collaborative, solutions-based, and proactive.

• Assemble, install, and repair, structures and fixtures to include: floors, wall assemblies, partitions, molding, windows sashes, cement forms, frames, platforms, baseboards, scaffolding, shoring, suspended ceilings, whiteboards, doors, door hardware, built-in bookcases, desks, casework, and counters. 
• Cut, shape, and assemble components according to construction documents and sketches.
• Install flooring
• Install interior and exterior trim
• Install and repair door hardware, to include hinges, locksets, latches, and closures.
• Alter or repair furniture or fixtures, to include chairs, desks, cabinets, and bookcases.
• Ability to read and interpret construction documents, diagrams, sketches, and specifications.
• Ability to select appropriate job materials to suit each job, source to suit budget and style.
• Proven success liaising with clients, suppliers, architects, engineers, and other construction professionals.
• Assemble jobsite material lists, and acquire materials, equipment, and tools. 
• Prepare records and service reports documenting materials utilized, time expended, daily reports, and jobsite status.
• Lead and direct teams, inspecting and directing work.
• Wear all appropriate personal protective equipment.
• Contribute to keeping jobsites safe.
• Strong knowledge of construction safety requirements. 

• Ability to perform all duties listed above.
• Graduation from high school, or an equivalents combination of education and experience.
• Ability to work proficiently, accurately and to make and keep scheduled commitments.
• Exceptional communication skills
• Ability to exercise tact and discretion in relationships with others. 
• Ability to work independently, and as part of a team.
• Service orientated, and willingness to do varies levels and kinds of carpentry tasks.
• Proven ability to provide exceptional customer service
• Fulfill the necessary requirements to drive University vehicles.
• Considerable knowledge of the tools, methods, and materials used in carpentry.
• Reasonable manual strength and dexterity
• Ability to work from ladders and scaffolding.
• Ability to maintain tools and equipment
• Knowledge of Google products, smartphone technology, tablet technology, computers, and construction management software.
• Ability to conduct online research.
• Ability to wear a respirator or fresh air hood.
• Ability and willingness to work in animal and morgue areas.

• Knowledge of building regulations and codes.
• Experience and certification in the operation of aerial lifts (scissor lift, JLG's etc.).
• Experience working in hospital and health care facilities.
• Experience working in laboratory facilities.
• Knowledge of interim life safety methods.
• Willingness to work overtime if required.
• Entrepreneurial mindset.
• Experience working with an automated work order system.

Hours are 7 AM to 3:15 PM, Monday-Friday

This position is covered under the collective bargaining agreement between the U-M and the U-M Skilled Trades Union, Inc., which contains and settles all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours and other terms and conditions of employment.

The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks.  Background checks are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days.  The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.