Internal Only Carpenter 00326

Employer: Christopher Newport University
Location: Newport News, VA

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Employment Type: Full Time
Institution Type: Four-Year Institution

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Working Title:

*Internal Only* Carpenter 00326

Role Title:

Trades Technician III

Position Number:

00326

FLSA:

Non Exempt

Appointment Type:

Full Time

Type of Posting:

Current CNU/Agency Employees Only

Is Sensitive Position?:

Designated Personnel:

Yes

Responsible Employee:

This position is designated as a “responsible employee” who has the authority to redress sexual violence, who has the duty to report incidents of sexual violence or other student misconduct, or who a student could reasonably believe has this authority or duty.

If Designated Personnel, please paste statement:

This position is a “designated position” meaning this position could potentially be required to work (depending on the event) during an emergency closing.

Statement of Economic Interest:

Is this a restricted position subject to availability of funding?:

Departmental Objective:

Facilities Management is responsible for maintaining campus buildings utilizing the carpentry, plumbing, electrical and HVAC trades as well as housekeeping and floor maintenance.

Purpose of the Position:

This position will perform repairs, alterations, renovations and new construction to campus structures. It will restore, recondition, or manufacture and repair furnishings and assist the carpenter supervisor in preparing accurate material and labor cost data for renovation projects. It will also complete projects in a timely manner and perform all work in a professional, conscientious and safe manner.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Related to Position:

Understanding of OSHA and VOSH regulations
Knowledge of the practices of the carpentry trade (wood working, drywall, roofing, framing – metal and wood, furniture repair/refinishing, painting, etc.)
Ability to plan, layout, and prepare estimates of labor and material for small projects
Ability to read and work from drawings, specifications and sketches
Ability to follow oral and written instructions
Ability to respond to emergency calls as needed
Ability to be on-call on a rotational basis
Ability to abide by all safety policies and wear personal protective equipment as required

Education, Experience, Licensure, Certification Required :

Education, Licensure and/or Certification:

High school graduate or equivalent education/experience that equates to a high school diploma
Valid driver’s license

Experience:

Experience in the carpentry/building maintenance trade

Additional Consideration(s):

Education, Licensure and/or Certification:

Certification in the following fields: welding, roofing, or aerial lifts
OSHA 10 or 30 certification

Experience:

Experience in commercial/institutional carpentry
Experience working in a college/university/campus setting
Painting experience
Welding experience

Salary Information:

Salary $42,560 to $53,200, Commensurate with Education and Experience

CNU Information:

This position includes Commonwealth of Virginia and Christopher Newport University employee benefits. CNU offers a comprehensive benefits package to include retirement plans, medical, dental, vision, and a variety of other options. Available leave includes vacation, sick time, personal time, and volunteer/service leave. State employees are eligible for discounted travel, banking, legal and retail services, among others. To view more information about our benefits, please visit https://cnu.edu/hr/benefits/.

CNU Benefits include:

Uniforms and tools provided
Health, dental and vision care
Retirement through the Virginia Retirement System
Tuition waiver for academic credit
As a State Employee, discounted travel, banking, legal and retail services, among others.
Available Leave including:
- Vacation
- Sick
- Personal
- Volunteer/Service

Role Code:

79033

Conditions of Employment:

This is a classified position. New and returning classified employees are required to complete a 12-month probationary period
Selected candidate must attend a 2-day New Employee Orientation Program
This position is an internal posting, open to current CNU employees only.

Is this position telework eligible?:

Telework Eligibility Disclaimer:

This position is eligible for periodic telework as determined by the department. Eligibility is not guaranteed, and is subject to supervisor approval. Eligibility will depend on the likelihood of the employee’s success in a telework arrangement and the supervisor’s ability to manage telework. Departments and/or Human Resources may modify or revoke eligibility at any time. Employees will be required to sign a Telework Agreement.

Light Lifting (less than 20 lbs.):

Essential

Moderate Lifting (20-50 lbs.):

Essential

Heavy Lifting (more than 50 lbs.):

Essential

Pushing/Pulling:

Essential

Standing:

Essential

Sitting:

Essential

Bending:

Essential

Walking:

Essential

Climbing:

Essential

Reaching:

Essential

Repetitive Motion:

Essential

List other physical requirements:

Ability to work from heights using various equipment such as lifts, ladders and/or scaffolding

Fast Pace:

Essential

Average Pace:

Essential

Multiple Priorities:

Essential

Intense Customer Interaction:

Essential

Multiple Stimuli:

Essential

Frequency Changes:

Essential

Memory:

Essential

Reasoning:

Essential

Hearing:

Essential

Reading:

Essential

Analyzing:

Essential

Logic:

Essential

Verbal Communication:

Essential

Written Communication:

Essential

Posting Number:

PS1269P

Number of Vacancies:

Posting Date:

10/12/2026

Closing Date:

10/19/2026

Open Until Filled:

Special Instructions to Applicants:

CNU will only accept online applications through the jobs.cnu.edu website. Online applications must be received by midnight on the closing date indicated in a job announcement. Faxed, emailed, hand-delivered or mailed applications and attachments will NOT be accepted. Applicants are welcome to complete an online application by using computers located in the Office of Human Resources. Address: CNU North – 321 Hiden Boulevard, Suite 101, Newport News, VA 23606. Public computers are also available in nearby libraries and at the Virginia Employment Commission. Address: 600 Butler Farm Road, Hampton, VA 23666 (M-F 9am-4:30pm).

In order to be considered for this position, your application must provide evidence of experience and/or education supporting the requirements outlined in the posting. We encourage you to be clear and specific when describing your experience. *Responses to supplemental questions alone are not considered evidence of experience and/or education.

Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting:

https://jobs.cnu.edu/postings/21303

EEO/Diversity Statement(s):

Christopher Newport University, an EO Employer, is fully Committed to Access and Opportunity.

Notice of Non-Discrimination & Title IX Policy Statement

Reasonable Accommodation Request:

Christopher Newport University (CNU) will make a reasonable effort to accommodate persons with disabilities in the application and/or interview process. Persons with disabilities who require accommodation should contact the CNU Human Resources Office by calling (757) 594-7145.

Alternative Hiring Process:

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth’s Alternative Hiring Process.

To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to upload an approved AHP Letter received from the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS) or from the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI) to their applications.
Note: Certificates of Disability provided by DARS or DBVI dated April 1, 2022, through February 29, 2024, will still be accepted as applicable for the AHP. The name change to AHP Letter became effective March 1, 2024.

Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS to get their AHP Letter.

Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letteror by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Background Check:

Applicant finalists are required to complete a CNU sponsored background check. After accepting employment, individuals are required to complete a USCIS Form I-9 (employment eligibility verification) and present documentation from the USCIS List of Acceptable Documents that establishes both their identity and employment authorization to work in the United States. The provided documents will be verified through the Department of Homeland Security E-Verify website.