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George Washington University —Foggy Bottom, DC
- $24.09 - $31.23 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Management
- Mid-level
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance

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Carpenter

George Washington University -
Foggy Bottom, DC

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Job Details

Full-time
$24.09 - $31.23 an hour

Benefits

Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance

Qualifications

Driver's License

Full Job Description

Posting Details

I. JOB OVERVIEW

Job Description Summary:

Facilities Buildings & Grounds (FBG) is currently seeking a Carpenter to help support the University’s mission and vision in Facilities Services. Facilities, Buildings and Grounds is a part of GWU’s Division of Safety and Operations, which maintains GW’s property and grounds on all three campuses. The work schedule for the Carpenter is 7:00 am to 4:00 pm, to include a Holiday and Weekend Rotating Schedule.

Employees at GWU are offered a competitive salary, excellent benefits package, general retirement savings options that include university contributions and matching contributions, generous Annual and Sick leave benefits, plus many more. For more information about GW benefits, please visit https://hr.gwu.edu/benefits

Reporting to the Assistant Director of Facilities, Buildings and Grounds, the Carpenter typically performs semi-skilled and/or journey level work in the maintenance, repair, remodeling, alterations and construction of buildings, grounds, facilities, and equipment. This position will be utilized as a tradesperson.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Adhere to written job orders, blueprints, and sketches to build, restore, and repair doors, partitions, and walls to assist with the remodeling and altering of buildings and offices.
Build, repair, finish, and refinish furniture, including, cabinets, bookcases, cornices, and paneling.
Lay and repair linoleum and tile.
Repair and remodel window frames and install window glass.
Operate and maintain shop equipment/tools such as sanders, planes, lathes, power saws, and drills.
Assign, inspect, and assist with work orders performed by peers on large jobs. Ensure that work is performed according to proper safety standards and, if applicable, to the D.C. Building Code Regulations.
Assist with estimating the costs, time, manpower, and material needed for projects.

Performs other related duties as assigned. The omission of specific duties does not preclude the supervisor from assigning duties that are logically related to the position.

Minimum Qualifications:

Qualified candidates will hold a high school diploma/GED plus 1.5 years of relevant professional experience, or, a Bachelor’s degree or higher in a relevant area of study. Degree must be conferred by the start date of the position. Degree requirements may be substituted with an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Additional Required Licenses/Certifications/Posting Specific Minimum Qualifications:

A valid driver’s license is required.

Preferred Qualifications:

The ideal candidate is a proven leader with a demonstrated track record of integrity and success in prior roles, with the ability to apply sound judgment and lead a diverse group of trades staff.
Communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work collegially with all levels of the organization toward common objectives.

ADDITIONAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ATTITUDE

Sensitivity for and understanding of academic disciplines and issues;
Ability to work with faculty, staff, and professionals in multiple settings and locations and to promote diversity in the workplace;
Experience and appreciation for relevant data and analytics that will be required to make meaningful management decisions;
Comfort with loose, matrix organizational structures; and

PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS
This position desires an individual with the following characteristics:

Commitment to GW’s values;
Intellectual, professional and a person of integrity;
Honest, with the highest ethical standards;
Passionate, collaborative, strategic, and smart with a hands-on, roll-up-the-sleeves orientation;
Ability to work independently. Self-starter; hard worker. Takes initiative; very high energy;
Personally accountable. Assumes ownership, control and accountability for all areas of responsibility and commitments made to others;
Sincere, open, and direct communicator. Puts organizational interests above self-interests and is comfortable expressing candid opinions;
Highest levels of responsiveness;
Combination of strong intellect, that is combined with a practical and realistic common sense understanding of how to get things done;
Ability to demonstrate initiative, a strong desire to succeed and exert the extraordinary effort often required;
Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-growth, entrepreneurial environment;
Ability to work with faculty and staff in a respectful way;
Establish trust and credibility with institutional leadership and across the University;
Seeks “win-win” solutions to help foster continued integration and collaboration;
Flexible and receptive to change; and
A positive “can-do” attitude.

Hiring Range

$24.09 - $31.23

GW Staff Approach to Pay

How is pay for new employees determined at GW?

Healthcare Benefits

GW offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, life & disability insurance, time off & leave, retirement savings, tuition, well-being and various voluntary benefits. For program details and eligibility, please visit https://hr.gwu.edu/benefits-programs.

II. JOB DETAILS

Campus Location:

Foggy Bottom, Washington, D.C.

College/School/Department:

Division of Safety and Operation

Family

Safety and Facilities

Sub-Family

Carpentry

Stream

Service and Support

Level

Level 2

Full-Time/Part-Time:

Full-Time

Hours Per Week:

Work Schedule:

7:00am to 4:00pm w/ Holiday & Weekend Rotation Schedule

Will this job require the employee to work on site?

Yes

Employee Onsite Status

Essential onsite

Telework:

Required Background Check:

Criminal History Screening, Education/Degree/Certifications Verification, Social Security Number Trace, and Sex Offender Registry Search

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Employer will not sponsor for employment Visa status

Internal Applicants Only?

Posting Number:

S013979

Job Open Date:

12/19/2025

Job Close Date:

If temporary, grant funded, Sponsored Project funded or limited term appointment, position funded until:

Background Screening

Successful Completion of a Background Screening will be required as a condition of hire.

EEO Statement:

The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.

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