Carpenter, Trades ​/ Skilled Labor

General Description

This position performs advanced carpentry work and oversees routine construction, repair, and maintenance of buildings and their components. The role ensures that facilities serving Wyoming’s elected officials, employees, customers, and the general public remain safe, secure, efficient, and well-maintained, while preserving their historical integrity and aesthetic quality.

Working for the State of Wyoming offers more than a paycheck. Our total compensation package includes:

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid vacation, sick leave, FMLA, and holidays
• Retirement - Pension and 457B plans that help you build a secure future
• Flexible schedules and work-life balance options
• Meaningful work that makes a difference for Wyoming communities and MUCH MORE!

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The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function that may be performed in the job level.

• Perform and/or assist with carpentry work, including construction, repair, and maintenance of state-owned and some leased facilities.
• Maintain and repair interior building components such as floors, walls, ceilings, doors, windows, cubicles, furniture, and window coverings.
• Maintain and repair exterior elements, including roofs, exterior walls, doors, windows, masonry/stone veneers, and concrete sidewalks or parking areas.
• Service roof drainage systems, gutters, downspouts, flashing, and waterproofing/caulking materials.
• Assist with installation, repair, and finish framing (wood/metal), gypsum board, fire tape, textures, and various ceiling systems.
• Assist with installation, repair or maintenance of flooring types (carpet, wood, tile, vinyl) and door frames, hardware, jambs, casing, and weather stripping.
• Construct and maintain fencing, gates, handrails, guardrails, scaffolding, and on-site work platforms.
• Apply and understand proper use of paints, stains, and finishes for surfaces and furnishings.
• Assist locksmiths with inspection, adjustment, and maintenance of locks, door hardware, and access components.
• Maintain inventories of tools, materials, and supplies; clean and ensure safe use of tools and equipment.
• Assist with custom carpentry services, including cabinetry, casework, shelving, furniture, picture frames, artwork displays, and office accessories.
• Safely hang artwork, plaques, monitors, TVs, and various wall-mounted items.
• Relocate furniture and office equipment; install partition walls and ensure ADA and fire-code compliance.
• Perform demolition to access utilities; assist with emergency cleanup due to leaks, storms, or damage.
• Occasionally, provide after-hours emergency repair services to minimize loss, including door/window repair, flood cleanup, and storm/vandalism response.

• Knowledge of OSHA and ADA codes.
• Knowledge of construction and maintenance methods and practices.
• Knowledge of hardware installation, maintenance, and repair for doors, cabinets, restroom partitions, and various other hardware.
• Knowledge of the quality and cost of materials.

Education: Associate's Degree

Experience: 0-1 year of progressive work experience (typically in Carpentry)

OR

Education & Experience Substitution: 2-4 years of progressive work experience (typically in Carpentry)

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: None

• Must be able to drive vehicles and operate all tools and equipment.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds.
• Must be able to work outside in all weather conditions.
• Ability to work in tight, confined spaces.
• Ability to work comfortably at a variety of heights.
• Ability to walk great distances throughout the facility.

• FLSA:
  Non-exempt

to view the State of Wyoming Classification and Pay Structure.

The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.

Class Specifications are subject to change, please refer to the A & I HRD Website to ensure that you have the most recent version.