Carpenter / Trades Technician III (00052)

Location: Farmville, VA Category: Classified Job Type: Full-time Non-Exempt Posted On: Mon Sep 14 2026 Job Description:
Longwood University invites qualified applicants to apply for the position of Carpenter / Trades Technician III (00052). The successful candidate will perform highly skilled carpentry work, including but not limited to repairs, installations, remodeling, and maintenance. This position is considered to be emergency personnel, and must report to work or be called in due to inclement weather, in the case of emergency, staff shortage, etc.

This position is located in Farmville, Virginia, and is required to work in person on Longwood University's campus.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Essential Responsibilities and Duties:

• Perform layout work and assess project requirements
• Conduct new installations or renovations of buildings on or around campus
• Order parts and materials, ensuring accurate cost allocation and documentation
• Perform repair work on campus buildings, both inside and outside, including structural and cosmetic repairs
• Prioritize and complete tasks within the designated timeframe specified by the requester
• Conduct daily campus-wide inspections to identify and resolve any necessary repairs
• Perform in-shop work to repair or construct new items such as cabinets, boxes, bookshelves, etc.
• Comply with all OSHA safety standards and regulations
• Complete work orders with accurate labor and material costs
• Maintain a neat and orderly shop and truck inventory, ensuring that unused items are returned to their proper locations
• Adhere to all local and state codes
• Occasionally review labor and material bids for carpentry jobs

Job Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid Virginia driver's license
• Journeyman-level experience in commercial or residential carpentry
• Proven ability to effectively use a diverse range of tools and machinery
• Extensive knowledge in repairing door hardware and all panic devices
• Basic knowledge of computer and work order systems

Additional Information:
This is a full-time, classified, non-exempt position in pay band 3. The anticipated salary range for this position is $42,000 - $47,000 annually. A successful fingerprint-based criminal background investigation is required. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service alumni are encouraged to apply.

Commonwealth of Virginia benefits accompany this position to include:

• State health and dental benefits & flexible spending accounts
• Paid leave (which may include sick leave, personal leave, annual leave, etc.), and 13 holidays
• Retirement savings plans (some with limited employer match available (VRS))
• Life & Long-Term care insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee discounts for various services, including Verizon
• Educational benefits for most employees
• Cost-effective Fitness Center membership for employees

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Longwood University will provide, if requested, reasonable accommodations to applicants in order to provide access to the application and/or interview process. You are not required to note the presence of a disability on your application. If, however, you require accommodations in the application and/or interview process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at 434-395-2074 or humres@longwood.edu .

Per CFR: Title 34, the Title IX Coordinator's contact information can be located through this link http://www.longwood.edu/titleix/ .

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