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Iowa State University lists this Carpenter - Temporary opportunity in ames, Iowa. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Ames, IA
Part time
R19566
Position Title:Carpenter - Temporary
Job Group:Merit
Required Minimum Qualifications:• Four years of experience in the trade, including apprenticeship.
Job Description:
Summary of Duties and Responsibilities:
We are seeking a skilled Carpenter to perform a wide variety of journey-level carpentry, construction, repair, and installation work in support of facility operations. This role is responsible for building, installing, maintaining, and repairing structural and finish components, including doors, windows, walls, flooring, cabinetry, furniture, and other facility assets. The successful candidate will fabricate custom wood and metal components, perform drywall and surface finishing work, install hardware and flooring systems, and complete renovations and repairs to ensure safe, functional, and attractive facilities.
This position also supports office and space reconfigurations through the installation and modification of modular furniture systems, ergonomic workstations, and audiovisual equipment. Responsibilities include interpreting blueprints and work orders, estimating materials and labor, ordering supplies, and developing practical solutions for unique construction and repair needs. The Carpenter works both independently and collaboratively, maintains a strong commitment to safety and quality craftsmanship, and may assist with training and guiding less experienced employees. Through a combination of technical expertise, problem-solving, and customer service, this position helps create and maintain welcoming and efficient environments for building occupants.
Required Minimum Qualifications: • Four years of experience in the trade, including apprenticeship.
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship. Immigration sponsorship is not available for this position.
Application Instructions:To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:
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Appointment Type:Temporary (Fixed Term)
Proposed End Date or Length of Term:January 31, 2027
Number of Months Employed Per Year:
Time Type:Part time
Pay Grade:5061a
Original Posting Date: July 7, 2026
Posting Close Date:
Job Requisition Number:R19566
Iowa State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, ethnicity, religion, national origin, pregnancy, sexual orientation, genetic information, sex, marital status, disability, or status as a U.S. Veteran. Inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies may be directed to Office of Equal Opportunity, 2680 Beardshear Hall, 515 Morrill Road, Ames, Iowa 50011, Tel. , email
General ISU compensation information can be found on the University Human Resources ( website. Please note that this is only a list of ranges and individuals will be paid commensurate with qualifications.
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By focusing on the future and providing the best student experience possible, Iowa State University ( attracts students and faculty who want to make a difference. With a comprehensive land-grant mission of education, research, extension and outreach, we produce scholars whose ideas change the world. And through Innovate at Iowa State, we provide innovative and entrepreneurial opportunities for students of all backgrounds. Located just 30 minutes north of Des Moines, the city of Ames was recently named one of the Top 10 cities in the U.S. for campus life and career opportunities.
Iowa State University is a welcoming community of students, faculty, and staff. Campus community members have a wide range of backgrounds and experiences and are committed to engaging with each other respectfully as outlined in the university's Principles of Community ( . Iowa State recognizes that diverse intellectual and philosophical perspectives are vital to innovation, critical thinking skills, and a dynamic academic community that fosters the land-grant ideals of putting science, technology, and human creativity to work.
All offers of employment, oral and written, are contingent upon the university’s verification of credentials and other information required by federal and state law, ISU policies/procedures, and may include the completion of a background check and/or a consumer credit check.
Iowa State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, ethnicity, religion, national origin, pregnancy, sexual orientation, genetic information, sex, marital status, disability, or status as a U.S. Veteran. Inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies may be directed to Office of Equal Opportunity, 2680 Beardshear Hall, 515 Morrill Road, Ames, Iowa 50011, Tel. , email
If you have questions about the application process please email or call or Toll-Free at . Iowa State University provides reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access or requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should email or call or Toll-Free: . TTY users are welcome to use the Iowa Relay Service number by dialing 7-1-1 or .
General ISU compensation information can be found on the University Human Resources ( website. Please note that this is only a list of ranges and individuals will be paid commensurate with qualifications.
Worksite address
ames, IA, 50011, US
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