Salary : $43,286.00 AnnuallyLocation : West Chester University, PAJob Type: Regular / Full-TimeJob Number: 25-160Department: Finance & AdministrationDivision: Carpenter ShopOpening Date: 06/25/2025 Position SummaryJoin a vibrant campus community whose excellence is reflected in its diversity and student success. West Chester University of Pennsylvania's Facilities Division invites applicants for the position of Carpentry Shop Mason (Maintenance Repairman 2).WCU proudly offers a positive and purposeful work environment; comprehensive employee benefits including health, vision, and dental insurance along with many wellness programs; a commitment to work-life balance including generous paid vacation, paid sick time, military leave and paid time off for most major holidays; and a University mission to support employee personal and professional growth including a tuition waiver for self and family members, training and development, and advancement opportunities. We are a community of educators dedicated to developing graduates who succeed personally and professionally and contribute to the common good.Under the supervision of the Carpenter Shop Foreman, the selected candidate will perform journey level work in the masonry trade. Participate in all interior/exterior carpentry work performed on campus as needed. This position has a high focus on all aspects of masonry and will also assist with roofing and carpentry work as needed. Works with other members of the carpenter shop to complete tasks from start to finish with a high level of quality and workmanship. This position is deemed essential and must remain or report to work during partial or full day closings of the University due to hazardous road conditions, emergency circumstances or for other reasons. The ability to work overtime when needed is also required.Responsibilities Include:
- Lay bricks, blocks, and stones according to specified patterns and designs.
- Inspect and repair existing brick structures for damage or deterioration.
- Plan and lay out work from blueprints, drawings, models or verbal instructions.
- Utilize a variety of carpentry and masonry hand tools, portable and stationary power tools, and leveling and measuring instruments.
- Construct forms, mix and pour concrete, and apply different finishes in accordance to all building standards and codes.
- Repair and maintain existing masonry structures, including walls, floors, and chimneys.
- Perform minor masonry work on buildings i.e. pointing, stone/block/stucco repair.
- Ability to estimate, install drywall, finish trowel or skim coat walls.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
- Four years of experience in building and plant maintenance work, which has involved at least two of the buildings, electrical, or mechanical trades;
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- Two years of experience as a Maintenance Repairman 1;
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- Any equivalent combination of experience and training that affords the applicant with the Required Knowledges, Skills, and Abilities
- Valid Driver License
KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
- Knowledge of the methods, materials, tools, and practices used in at least two of the buildings, electrical, or mechanical trades.
- Knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions of the trades involved.
- Ability to care for and use the tools and equipment utilized in the trades involved.
- Ability to detect defects in equipment and to make proper repairs or adjustments.
- Ability to lead a small group of semi-skilled workers.
- Ability to interpret and work from pencil sketches and diagrams.
- Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
- Ability to operate and/or utilize basic lawn care and snow removal equipment.
- Ability to lift and move heavy objects and to work under adverse weather conditions.
- Able to lift 80lbs.
- Ability to work from heights, ladders and scaffolding. Able to operate and work from a scissor or man lift and the bucket lift truck.
Preferred Qualifications
- Trade school or apprenticeship
Special InstructionsCandidates should apply online at To be considered for the position, the applicant is required to upload a resume and a list of references with contact information.Applicants must successfully complete the interview process to be considered as a finalist.All offers of employment are subject to and contingent upon satisfactory completion of all pre-employment background checks.Developing and sustaining a diverse faculty and staff advances West Chester University's educational mission. West Chester University is an Affirmative Action - Equal Opportunity Employer.WCU proudly offers comprehensive employee benefits including health, vision, and dental insurance, generous retirement plans, many wellness programs, a tuition waiver for self and family members, and training, development and advancement opportunities.
- On the first working day, new employees are eligible to enroll in medical benefit plans and can choose between two PPO plans or an HMO plan.
- Supplemental dental, vision, hearing and prescription coverage is also offered to employees.
- The Get Healthy Wellness program rewards participants with reduced health care premiums and provides tools and resources to maintain good health.
- Flexible spending accounts allow employees to withhold income from their paychecks before taxes for reimbursement of approved medical and dependent care expenses.
- A University mission to support employee personal and professional growth.
- PASSHE tuition waiver lowers the cost of college expenses.
- Leave and time-off benefits include generous paid vacation, paid sick time, military leave and paid time off for most major holidays.
- Choice of two group retirement plans with generous employer contributions.
- Voluntary retirement plans offer two additional options to save and invest money for retirement and are available to all employees upon their date of hire.
- Group life insurance is provided at no cost to all permanent employees.
- Voluntary long-term disability insurance (LTD) and voluntary group life and personal accident insurance (VGLIP/AD&D) are available to employees.
- State Employee Assistance Program (SEAP) provides a wide range of free services including counseling, legal, and financial services.
The employee group for this position is American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME). For additional benefit details please see the PASSHE EMPLOYEE BENEFITS PAGE .Theinformation is provided for general purposes only. Legal Plan Documents will govern any discrepancies that may arise. Benefits, benefit levels, and eligibility rules are subject to change. The benefits described are available to most employees; however, certain eligibility requirements must be met.01 Do you have a minimum of three years' experience in the masonry field?
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