Lead Carpenter

Overview

Job

Category Campus Operations and Facilities

Organization Facilities Planning Design & Const

Department Maintenance Services

Location Main Campus - UCR

Salary $101,435 - $114,172

Date Posted April 6, 2026

Final date to receive applications Open Until Filled

Schedule Varied Schedules

Full/Part Time Full-time (100%)

Level of Supervision General Supervision

Personnel Program Code Professional & Support Staff

Other Information Qualifies for Employee Referral Bonus:
No; UC Internal Job: UCR

Reporting to the Skilled Crafts Trades Supervisor in the Facilities Services Maintenance Department, the Lead Carpenter performs journey‑level work related to the construction, repair, restoration, and installation of building structures, flooring, furniture, etc. The Lead Carpenter oversees critical day‑to‑day operations in the supervisor's absence and acts as a subject‑matter expert who provides leadership to team members. The Lead Carpenter also operates and trains others on equipment, methods, and materials used to perform various carpentry projects throughout the University of California, Riverside campus.

This position may work independently or as part of a team and responds to emergency situations during or after hours to resolve immediate concerns and correct safety issues. The Lead Carpenter maintains a positive attitude for the team and communicates effectively with colleagues, supervisors, staff, faculty, and students.

The full salary range for the Lead Carpenter is $46.71 - $52.58 per hour. Salary offers are based on education, licensure and certifications, experience, and other business and organizational needs.

Applicants must have current work authorization when accepting a UCR staff position. The University is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa for staff.

As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.

UC Riverside career employees who have passed their probationary period will receive priority consideration for this position. If a qualified pool of candidates from the campus is not identified, qualified candidates from the UC system, or external candidates may be considered at the discretion of the hiring department.

Lead Carpenter performs journey-level carpentry work, including construction, repair, restoration, and installation of building structures, flooring, furniture, and related items. Provides leadership and training to team members, oversees daily operations in the supervisor's absence, and responds to emergencies to resolve safety issues. Communicates effectively with colleagues, supervisors, staff, faculty, and students.

None specified.