Carpenter

Housing and Dining Services is hiring a skilled carpenter who takes pride in craftsmanship and performing high-quality work. This full-time, benefits-eligible position offers a consistent 40-hour schedule, strong work-life balance, and the chance to join a supportive, team-oriented environment.
Duties include, but are not limited to:
* Performs skilled carpentry and maintenance work to repair, construct, and install building components and furnishings, including walls, ceilings, floors, cabinetry, countertops, and fixtures.
* Repairs furniture and finishes to extend usability.
* Inspects, maintains, and repairs roofing systems to prevent structural damage.
* Installs and repairs drywall, flooring, trim, doors, windows, and related hardware.
* Assists with project planning, material ordering, and blueprint review.
* Maintains tools and equipment, ensures safe work practices, and accurately documents completed work.

Housing and Dining Services is a large, self-operated auxiliary department serving more than 5,000 students that call the K-State campus home. This "home away from home" meets more than the basic needs of students living with us - we provide affordable, safe and engaging accommodations and services for our residents, while finding unique ways to support them in their academic pursuits.
We pride ourselves on taking excellent care of our residents, and that is reflected in our recent Princeton Review rankings. The 2025 Princeton Review ranks us #2 Happiest Students, #2 Best Quality of Life, #8 Best College Residence Halls, and #14 Best Campus Food.
YOU can help make our residents and guests feel welcome and comfortable!

This position is On-site.

All employees must reside in the United States when they begin working to comply with state law. K-State is unable to provide remote or hybrid work opportunities for residents of the state of Idaho.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Requires two years of relevant experience. Requirements may be met through a combination of education and experience.
• Valid driver's license upon employment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Completion of related trade/vocational school or apprenticeship program
• Experience repairing and installing cabinetry
• Experience repairing and installing doors and windows, including trim and molding
• Experience repairing and finishing drywall
• Experience repairing and installing various types of flooring and sub-flooring
• Ability to promote and sustain effective, positive, cordial working relationships
• Knowledge of tools, equipment and techniques used in the carpentry trade

Sponsorship eligibility:

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship.

Please submit the following documents:

• On-line application

Applications close on: April 10, 2026

$16.36 - $20.00 per hour