Supervising Carpenter

Job Description

Job Title

Supervising Carpenter

Classification

Supervising Carpenter

Auto Req. ID

562596

Salary Range

Classification Range $6,705 - $9,768 per month

(Hiring range depending on qualifications, not anticipated to exceed $6,705 - $7,856 per month)

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Why CSUF

California State University, Fullerton (Cal State Fullerton) is a leading public university committed to student success, academic excellence, and inclusive excellence. The university fosters a collaborative environment that supports teaching, research, and service while promoting innovation and professional growth. Cal State Fullerton is both a Hispanic-Serving Institution and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution, and a recipient of the Seal of Excelencia (2021 and 2024) from Excelencia in Education. Joining Cal State Fullerton means becoming part of a community dedicated to advancing student achievement, career success, and economic mobility.

Department

Capital Programs and Facilities Management (CPFM) within the Division of Administration and Finance is committed to planning, developing, and maintaining a safe, sustainable, and high-quality learning and working environment for the campus community. Facilities Management provides oversight of university resources and assets and is responsible for the development of the University’s facilities including land use planning, capital improvement, project development, construction, as well as facilities operations and maintenance including custodial services, landscape services, building trade services, mechanical and electrical, and recycling services. We seek an exceptional individual to join our Carpenter Shop team as the Supervising Carpenter. The ideal candidate in this role should have a positive attitude and an active, energetic mind characterized by highly ethical practices and a commitment to inclusivity, openness, flexibility, integrity, and kindness.

Duties and Responsibilities

Under the supervision of the Building Trades Manager, or their designee, the Supervising Carpenter supervises a small crew of journey-level trades personnel in the performance of carpentry maintenance, repair, and project work. This position supervises and coordinates the execution of planned construction or major maintenance projects. Oversees the design and installation of equipment and system for new construction, modifications, PM service, maintenance and repairs, including planning, coordination, need assessment, reviews, monitoring work, and inspections. Prioritizes the work, assigns work orders, and schedules work and projects. Maintains operational integration with maintenance management systems. Develops and maintains work and equipment records, standards, and reports. Provides training of shop staff, including technical and safety related training. Performs construction and maintenance tasks which require the skill level of a journey level carpenter. This includes installation of door and window jambs, and the fabrications and installation of various building systems required for renovation and new construction.

The Supervising Carpenter provides leadership and conveys strong support for the university's mission, vision, and values in higher education. The position will interact with various groups of individuals. The Supervising Carpenter works well in a team environment and understands the balance of sharing duties, taking ownership, and taking the initiative to complete tasks as needed. This individual thrives in a university environment and empowers their staff for personal growth and supports professional growth throughout their unit. Other duties assigned.

Essential Qualifications

Previous experience equal to two years as a journey-lead carpenter. Possess a thorough knowledge of effective supervisory practices and techniques and a working knowledge of job design and work sequencing related to construction projects. Able to plan and direct the work of skilled crafts workers and their semi-skilled assistants; determine and coordinate staffing, material and equipment needs for multiple jobs and projects; and ensure accuracy and maintenance of assigned record-keeping systems. Ability to use a computer to complete work assignments. Ability to communicate effectively in English to a wide variety of people; excellent customer service skill.

A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily and is required for employment. CSU will make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to complete the background check satisfactorily may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience supervising a wide variety of skilled trades employees involved in the building trades. Knowledge of building codes and related regulatory requirements. Broad knowledge of construction methods and techniques. Experience with managing work and running reports in a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS). Exceptional communication skills that proactively manage client expectations and demonstrate a high level of customer service and professionalism.

License/Certifications

A valid California driver’s license.

Special Working Conditions

Notice of Non-Discrimination on the Basis of Gender or Sex and Contact Information for Title IX Coordinator

Will carry master keys. Works on pitched and flat roofs. Works at heights using aerial lifts or other assisted equipment, such as scaffolding, etc. Requires journey level carpentry skills. Must be willing and medically capable of working with or around asbestos after receiving specific training.

Benefits at a Glance

• An array of health plans that include prescription drug coverage
• Dental and Vision coverage
• Income protection benefits including life insurance and disability
• Retirement plan through CalPERS
• Tuition waiver for employees and dependents if eligible
• FlexCash (in lieu of health and dental)
• Employee Assistance Programs
• 15 paid holidays

See our CSUF Benefits website for additional information.

Additional Information

California State University, Fullerton is committed to fostering an environment where students, staff, administrators, and faculty thrive. We welcome individuals ready to make an impact on student and staff success to apply and become part of the Titan Community. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self-disclose.

Cal State Fullerton is an equal opportunity employer that prohibits discrimination based on regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity, national origin, or any other protected status.

As of January 1, 2022, the CSU Out-of-State Employment Policy prohibits the hiring of employees to perform CSU-related work outside the state of California.

Applicants will be required to disclose whether they have received a final administrative decision or final judicial decision determining that they have committed sexual harassment within the last 7 years only after a determination is made that they meet the minimum qualifications for the position, and before an offer of employment is extended. Applicants who reach the final stages of the application process must also sign a release form that authorizes the release of information by the applicant’s current and/or former employers to the CSU concerning any substantiated allegations of misconduct.

Multiple positions may be hired from this recruitment based on the strength of the applicant pool.

If you are applying for a staff position, please note that you are not eligible to work concurrently in a staff position and an Academic Student position such as a Graduate Assistant, Teaching Associate, Instructional Student Assistant, or Student Assistant position.

Regular attendance is considered an essential job function; the inability to meet attendance requirements may preclude the employee from retaining employment.

Employee/applicant who applies for a position may be required to successfully complete job-related performance test(s) as part of the selection process.

Online application/resume must be received by electronic submission on the final filing date by 9:00 PM (Pacific Standard Time)/midnight (Eastern Standard Time). Applicants who fail to complete all sections of the online application form will be disqualified from consideration.

California State University, Fullerton is not currently sponsoring any new H-1B petitions for staff, management, or faculty positions.

Advertised: Oct 01 2026 Pacific Daylight Time
Applications close: Oct 15 2026 Pacific Daylight Time