Working Title: Carpenter

Job Class: Carpenter

Agency: Administration Dept

• Job ID : 83588

• Location : St. Paul

• Telework Eligible : No

• Full/Part Time : Full-Time

• Regular/Temporary : Unlimited

• Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

• Date Posted : 01/25/2025

• Closing Date : Open until filled

• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Administration Dept / Administration-AFSCME

• Division/Unit : Carpenters

• Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift

• Days of Work : Monday - Friday 7am-3:30 pm

• Travel Required : Yes, 20%

• Salary Range: $28.71 - $33.07 / hourly; $59,946 - $69,050 / annually

• Classified Status : Classified

• Bargaining Unit/Union : 202 - Craft, Maintenance, Labor/AFSCME

• Work Area : Plant Maintenance -Trades

• FLSA Status : Nonexempt

• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes

The work you'll do is more than just a job.

At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

In this position you will provide skilled carpentry maintenance and construction work in the buildings of the Capitol Complex in St. Paul. This work includes general carpentry; door repair and installations; door closure repairs and installations; remodeling; and sign making.

Minimum Qualifications

All applicants must minimally possess journeyman level skill in carpentry gained through one of the following:

• Completion of an approved apprenticeship in carpentry (resume must include the date apprenticeship was completed), OR

• Three and one-half years’ experience as a carpenter; OR

• Two-year vocational/technical program in carpentry, plus two years of experience as a carpenter; OR

• One year of vocational/technical program in carpentry, plus three years of experience as a carpenter. (NOTE: Experience must include rough AND finish carpentry to qualify.)

Additionally, all applicants must possess:

• All applicants must possess a valid class D driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.

• Familiar with residential as well as commercial remodeling and new construction; and follow standard construction practices of the carpentry trade.

• Ability to build, repair, and install cabinets, plastic laminate, floors, windows and door frames, ceilings, interior trim, steel stud framing, furniture, fixtures, etc. sufficient to complete skilled finish and rough carpentry projects in the construction, maintenance, and repair of buildings and wood structures.

• Ability to operate hand and power carpentry tools and equipment sufficient to build, remodel and repair buildings, wood structures, furniture, etc. and ensure their safe and efficient operation to prevent injury, by inspecting the equipment daily and replacing worn parts; by sharpening blades and edges of hand and power tools; and by repairing or arranging for the repair of damaged or broken equipment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience communicating, advising, and providing cost estimates to customers.

• Experience in cabinetry

Physical Requirements

Must be able to climb and work from ladders, scaffolding, and aerial lifts; maneuver in small and confined spaces; lift and carry heavy loads more than 50lbs. for short distances up to 50 lbs.; and may be asked to work outside in all weather conditions. Successful candidate must pass pre-employment physical (CRT Test requirement minimum is medium-heavy, example: able to lift 31-45 LBS frequently 100-300 reps/hour).

Additional Requirements

Successful applicant must pass criminal background checks through American Databank, Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension, Minnesota Department of Revenue, and employment reference checks.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.