Carpenter, Trades ​/ Skilled Labor

Job Summary

Towson University (TU) has earned distinction as both a top-100 public university and one of the nation's great colleges to work for. Located north of Baltimore, TU currently enrolls over 19,000 students and is the second-largest university in the prestigious University System of Maryland. Towson University fosters a climate that is grounded in respect to cultivating the intellectual and personal growth of the entire university community.

The Carpenter performs rough and trim carpentry work at the journey level. Constructs concrete forms, scaffolds, frames shelters, platforms and general support according to standardized procedures or oral instructions.

• Work from drawings, sketches and / or verbal instructions, demolish, alter, erect, repair, finish, partition, and build walls.
• Install new, alter, and repair wood and metal jambs, doors and windows.
• Fabricate and install wood moldings and trim.
• Install and repair floor tile, sheet goods and vinyl cove base.
• Install, alter and repair suspended ceilings.
• Fabricate, alter, repair, finish and install cabinets and shelving furniture.
• Repair and/or install ceramic tile and tub enclosers.
• Form, pour and finish concrete foundations, slabs, walkways, steps, etc.

Four years progressively responsible experience in the carpentry trade.

Comprehensive knowledge of and skill in the methods and techniques of carpentry and joinery; of the qualities and characteristics of wood and materials worked like wood such as plastics and fiberglass. Thorough knowledge of and skill in basic mathematics including area, volume, weights, and the practical application of fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions; of OSHA regulations related to the carpentry trade.

Skill in the use and maintenance of the tools and equipment of the carpentry trade; in measuring, cutting, and installing related materials. Ability to read, interpret, and work from blueprints, drawings and specifications; to prepare summaries and reports; to communicate effectively; to work in, on, around, over and under fixed equipment and machinery; to work from ladders and scaffolding; to manipulate heavy equipment, tools, and supplies and/or exert force up to 70 lbs.;

to concurrently manipulate multiple controls on equipment and machinery; to work in hazardous or irritating environments, confined spaces, and adverse weather or temperature conditions; to wear and work in personal protective equipment.

Candidates selected for employment may be subject to medical inquiries and/or medical examinations to determine ability to perform the job. Valid Maryland Non-commercial Class C or equivalent driver's license is required. Candidates selected for employment will be required to take additional training not limited to Ladder Training, confined spaces, heat stress and asbestos training.

Except for qualifications established by law, additional related experience and formal education in which one has gained the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for full performance of the work of the job class may be substituted for the education or experience requirement on a year-for-year basis with 30 college credits being equivalent to one year of experience.

$48,138 annually and full University benefits that include annual leave, up to 15 holidays, personal and sick days; excellent health, life, and retirement plans; and tuition remission. When applicable, a 2.5% increase may be added to the annual salary, pending successful completion of the initial six-month probationary period, for this position. To learn more about our benefits.

For consideration, please submit a cover letter and resume with your online application.

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Feb 4, 2026