Carpenter

Introduction

The Department of Health Services (DHS) Southern Wisconsin Center (SWC) is recruiting for a full-time Carpenter.

Work hours are 6:30am – 3:15pm, Monday through Friday.

As an employee of the State of Wisconsin, you'll have access to an excellent benefits package including:

• Paid leave time including vacation, sick, and holidays. Pay for craftworker positions is based on how many vacation hours you chose to elect for the calendar year. You’ll have the option to change your leave hours and compensation rate each year.
• Top rated health plan options starting at $47/month for single plans and $117/month for family plans, after 2 months of state service.
• Premium pension plan with at least a 7.2% employer match in 2026. Plus, a tax advantaged supplemental retirement savings plan which allows you to save money directly from your paycheck for retirement.
• Well Wisconsin Wellness Program
• A free and confidential employee assistance program that offers employees and their immediate family dependents a variety of tools, resources, and professional consultation services to support their health, goals, and overall well-being.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program employer

SWC is a state operated Intermediate Care Facility for Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities located in Union Grove, WI. SWC provides a wide variety of programs and services designed to assist and prepare individuals to live successfully in the setting that best meets their needs. SWC brings together a rich history and state of the art treatment approaches for the new millennium. Click here to see what working at SWC is all about!

Position Summary

This position is responsible for carpentry construction and repair work assignments at SWC. Example of duties include:

• Installing, repairing, and replacing wood and metal doors, windows, and screens.
• Maintaining physical plant roof to include minor repairs, shingles, and flat rubber.
• Building and repairing cabinetry, shelving, partitions, etc.

Salary Information

Pay is based on the number of leave hours selected in accordance with the Trade Rates Booklet in effect at time of appointment. $49.88 if 100 hours of leave, $49.11 if 140 hours of leave, or $48.33 if 180 hours of leave.

The pay schedule/range is 04-00. A 12 month probationary period is required. This position is represented by the Wisconsin State Building Trades bargaining unit. Current employees pay will be set in accordance with the contract and rate booklet.

Job Details

All applicants who may be appointed to this position will be required to allow DHS to conduct a background check to determine whether the circumstances of any conviction may be related to the job being filled.

All appointees will be required to receive a TB test, which will be administered by SWC or medical personnel approved by the facility prior to their start date.

This position has physical requirements which may include but are not limited to lifting up to 80 lbs to shoulder height, climbing ladders, bending, twisting, reaching, kneeling, stooping, standing, sitting and working on feet for extended periods of time. Applicants may be required to pass a physical evaluation to assess these requirements.

DHS does not sponsor work visas for this position, thus, in compliance with federal law, selected candidates will be required to verify eligibility to work in the United States by completing the required I-9 form upon hire. DHS is not an E-Verify employer nor a STEM-OPT eligible employer.

This position requires the ability to drive a State vehicle. In order to become authorized to drive a State vehicle, you must meet the requirements of the State of Wisconsin Fleet Vehicle Policy, which are:

• Must have a valid driver's license;
• Must have minimum of two years non-probationary licensed driving experience with a regular (Class D) driver's license;
• Must be 18 years of age.

Additionally, your driving record MUST NOT reflect any of the following conditions:

• Three or more moving violations and/or at-fault accidents in the past two years;
• Operating While Intoxicated (OWI)/Driving Under the Influence (DUI) citation within the past 12 months;
• Suspension or revocation of driver's license.

Qualifications

Minimally qualified applicants will have all of the following:

• Possession of a certification of completion of a carpenter apprenticeship approved by the Department of Workforce Development OR formal recognition of status by the appropriate international or local trade organization OR informal training and experience equivalent to the formal apprenticeship and journeyman status (documentation of proof will be requested).
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and meet the requirements of the State of Wisconsin Fleet Vehicle Policy to drive a state vehicle.
• Knowledge of current building and fire codes.

Well-qualified applicants will also have the following:

• Training or experience in door installation and repair including hardware, pinning, and keying locks.

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How To Apply

Applying is easy! Click “Apply for Job” to start the application process. Sign into your account or create an account before applying for the job. Follow the steps outlined in the application process to submit your application.

Helpful Information:

• Once your application is submitted, no changes are allowed. Click “Save” to allow changes to your application as needed before submitting by the deadline.
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• Please monitor your email for communications related to this position.
• Current or former permanent, classified, state employees must complete the online application process to be considered.
• If viewing through an external site, please apply directly at Wisc.Jobs.
• For technical assistance and general information, please see Frequently Asked Questions. For questions about the position or for other employment inquiries, please contact [email protected].

DHS is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. Veterans are encouraged to apply. For complete information on Veterans’ hiring programs with the WI Department of Veterans Affairs, click here.

Deadline to Apply

The deadline to apply is September 10th at 11:59 pm.

Applicants are strongly encouraged to allow ample time to finalize their applications keeping in mind that technical assistance is only available Monday through Friday 7:45 am – 4:30 pm. Late or incomplete applications will not be accepted.