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Carpenter
Job Location:
Job Location:
Mount Vernon, OH - USA
Hourly Salary:
$ 23 - 28
Hourly Salary:
Posted:
4 June 2026 (30+ days ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
1 September 2026
Application Deadline:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Vacancies:
Job Summary
Carpenter
Full-Time Non-Exempt
General Description
The Carpenter performs a diverse field of carpentry including cabinetry and framing. Performs maintenance carpentry tasks including but not limited to: repairing doors assembling cubicles and furniture building and repairing staging and installing and repairing split rail fencing. Performs other non-carpentry activities. Some clerical skills are required for recordkeeping and completing service order forms. Occasionally works weekends and holidays. This position is classified as essential and requires participation in all emergencies ice and snow removal and special events.
General Description
The Carpenter performs a diverse field of carpentry including cabinetry and framing. Performs maintenance carpentry tasks including but not limited to: repairing doors assembling cubicles and furniture building and repairing staging and installing and repairing split rail fencing. Performs other non-carpentry activities. Some clerical skills are required for recordkeeping and completing service order forms. Occasionally works weekends and holidays. This position is classified as essential and requires participation in all emergencies ice and snow removal and special events.
Compensation:
$23.00-$28.00 /hour dependent upon experience
Expected Hours:
7:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Essential Duties
- Assists journeyman-level carpenters in constructing partitions small buildings and concrete forms.
- Assembles and disassembles scaffolding and other rigging works from heights and other precarious positions.
- Operates maintains and secures woodworking and painting-related tools and equipment.
- Uses epoxies and other hazardous materials in accordance with the manufacturers instructions.
- Practices and maintains safety regulations and procedures in and out of the shop.
- Applies and replaces roof coverings; repairs leaks in roofing systems.
- Applies and repairs the guttering system.
- Installs ceiling and floor coverings.
- Fabricates and repairs tables chairs and other non-exhibition office furniture.
- Installs and repairs doors windows locks and related hardware.
- Assists the paint shop in painting-related duties as required.
- Assists in setting up and removing staging and other apparatus as required for special events.
- Assists in other requirements related to special events such as parking cars directing visitors and traffic.
- Works independently with minimal supervision.
- Responsible for the performance quality and quantity of all work assigned.
- Compiles a daily record and completes service orders.
- Conducts all work in accordance with all procedures and guidelines.
- Performs other related duties as requested by the immediate supervisor and carries out or directs the completion of special assignments.
Qualifications and Education Requirements
- Must have a minimum of five years of experience in carpentry-related trades.
- Ability to read and understand architectural drawings.
- Must possess good written and verbal communication skills.
- Valid drivers license.
Equipment Used
- Assorted hand power and air tools and saws.
Work Environment:
Work is conducted in a mix of indoor and outdoor environments including historic buildings mechanical rooms and public spaces. Conditions may include working in tight or elevated spaces exposure to dust noise and occasional temperature extremes.
Physical Requirements:
This role demands the ability to lift carry push or pull objects up to 50 pounds. Regular climbing balancing stooping kneeling and reaching are required. The role includes prolonged standing and walking sometimes on uneven or slippery surfaces.
Benefits:
- 403(b) Retirement plan with employer matching
- Employee recognition at 5 years of service
- Monthly employee events
- Employee referral program
- On-site Library
- Discount on Public Event Tickets
- Discount in the Mount Vernon Shops
- Discount at the Mount Vernon Inn and The Generals Canteen
- Free Parking
- Health Vision and Dental insurance
- Short Term Disability Long Term Disability and Life Insurance
- Paid leave for sick time vacation and Holidays
- Flexible spending account for medical care
The Mount Vernon Ladies Association is dedicated to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. As an Equal Opportunity Employer we are committed to building and retaining a team that represents a variety of skills experiences and perspectives. All employment decisions are based on business needs job requirements performance and qualifications without regard to race religion or belief national or ethnic origin gender/sex (including pregnancy) age physical mental or sensory disability sexual orientation gender identity and/or expression marital or domestic partnership status veteran and military status family or parental status or any other status protected under federal state or local law. The Mount Vernon Ladies Association will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.
About Company
George Washington’s Mount Vernon is the historic home of George and Martha Washington, located 13 miles south of Washington, DC. Guests can see the historic mansion, stately rooms, and outbuildings preserved to the year 1799, the last year of George Washington’s life. Owned and operat ... View more
