Carpenter/Locksmith

$41,258 - $48,000/Yr

University of South Carolina

Full-time - Entry Level

10,001+ employees

Educational Services

About the position

The Carpenter/Locksmith position at the University of South Carolina involves performing new installations and maintenance of various structures and systems, including drywall, metal stud framing, and locks. The role requires supervising temporary staff and ensuring safety through inspections and preventive maintenance. This full-time position is essential during emergencies and requires flexibility in scheduling, including participation in an on-call rotation.

Responsibilities

• Supervise temporary and/or seasonal staff that assist by performing minor skilled work.
• Inspect facilities, systems, and their components for safety and necessary repairs, providing ongoing preventive maintenance.
• Perform new installations including metal stud framing, drywall, windows, doors, hardware, ceilings, and flooring.
• Perform locksmith duties including installing, maintaining, and repairing various types of building locks and panic hardware.
• Maintain an adequate stock of locksmith supplies and equipment, and report maintenance issues.

Requirements

• Accreditation from a technical school or an applicable skilled trades program.
• 2 or more years of experience in carpentry or locksmithing, or an equivalent combination of certification, training, education, and/or experience.
• Experience in wood and steel stud framing, drywall installation and repairs, and hardware installation.

Nice-to-haves

• Commercial experience combined in locksmith and carpentry as a journeyman technician.
• Completion of formal trade school or apprenticeship in carpentry or locksmithing.

Benefits

• Health and life insurance
• Retirement programs
• Paid tuition
• Dependent scholarships
• Annual leave
• Sick leave
• 13 paid holidays (including an extended December holiday)
• Paid parental leave
• Professional development opportunities