Carpenter

Position Summary

The Metropolitan Airports Commission is seeking full-time, year-round Carpenters. Responsible for the performance of skilled carpentry in the construction, maintenance, and repair of wooden structures, existing buildings and equipment. Duties include: the repair of furniture, cabinets, shelving doors and their associated hardware. The construction of scaffolding and the ability to shore-up concrete and set concrete forms. The installation of ceiling and floor systems which include suspension, concealed spline, computer, ceramic, vinyl and carpet. Knowledge of Gyro Tech automatic sliding doors. Follow instructions given orally, in the form of sketches or blueprints, or by a computerized maintenance management system. Responsible for supplying a complete set of basic carpenters’ tools

Hourly Rate

• As of May 1, 2026: $53.932/hour

Work Schedule: The carpentry shop typically operates Monday - Friday, 7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m., with occasional overtime. All carpenters also rotate weekend on-call duty.

Benefits Highlights (not an inclusive list)

• Starting vacation accrual of 15 days per year
• PERA Pension plan with company match
• Excellent Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

This is a safety-sensitive position which will require a pre-employment drug screen.

Questions regarding this position can be directed to Allison Calzoncit at [email protected] or at 612-409-4989. Applications will be accepted until Monday, October 18, 2026, at 3:00pm.

MAC complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If an accommodation is required for you to participate in the application process because of a disability, please contact Tekia Jefferson at 612-726-8196 or [email protected].

MAC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, gender, age, nationality, or disability.

Position Description

RELATIONSHIPS

Supervisory – Report to Carpenter General Foreperson, Foreperson

Organizational – Contact with MAC departmental personnel

External Business – Periodic contact with airport tenants and suppliers of materials and traveling public

JOB DUTIES

• Installation of demountable office furniture
• Remove and build partitions in remodeling work
• Trim and finish remodeling and repair work
• Construct door and window frames
• Set doors and windows
• Apply sheetrock to walls and ceilings
• Install and repair different types of ceilings
• Build concrete forms
• Construct scaffolding
• Construct cabinets and shelving
• Apply Formica to cabinets, shelves and tables
• Follow directions orally or from blueprints or sketches
• Install and maintain bathroom partitions and accessories
• Maintain and repair doors, door locks, operators and closers, hinges, panic bars and frames
• Maintain and repair windows, window locks and frames
• Make repairs to floors and floor coverings including carpet, vinyl, rubber and ceramic
• Repair tables, chairs, cupboards, counters and other equipment
• Make door tags, install signage and mass produce construction type flags
• Assist other carpenters at other MAC locations
• Sharpen, lubricate and repair tools used in the course of work
• Exercise safety precautions in use of power tool
• Experience with solid surface installation and repair
• Perform all other duties as assigned

Position Requirements

COMPETENCIES

Individual Contributor (IC) Competencies

• Customer Focus - Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions
• Decision Quality - Making good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward
• Action Oriented – Taking on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm
• Optimizes Work Processes - Knowing the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement
• Ensures Accountability - Holding self and others accountable to meet commitments
• Collaborates - Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives
• Values Differences - Recognizing the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization
• Communicates Effectively - Developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of unique needs of different audiences
• Courage - Stepping up to address difficult issues, saying what needs to be said
• Instills Trust - Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity
• Self-Development - Actively seeking new ways to grow and be challenged using both formal and informal development channels
• Situational Adaptability - Adapting approach and demeanor in real time to match the shifting demands of different situations

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• State Approved Carpentry Apprenticeship and/or a Technical College Diploma/Degree Program Certificate
• Five or more years of experience in commercial carpentry
• Experience with finish carpentry
• Knowledge of hardware function
• Ability to read, interpret, and work from sketches, layouts, drawings, blueprints, and workorders.
• Possession of, or agreement to purchase, a complete set of basic carpenter tools as specified in organized contract
• Ability to lift, position, and carry at least 50 lbs.
• Valid, state-issued driver's license
• Basic proficiency with e-mail and web browsers
• Willing and able to be on-call after hours on a rotating basis.
• Ability to work outdoors under severe and varying weather conditions
• Ability to breakdown and rebuild different hardware components which would include restroom equipment and door hardware

DESIRABLE REQUIREMENTS

• Completion certificate from a state certified carpenter's apprenticeship program
• Previous carpentry experience in an airport environment
• Previous carpentry experience in large campus environment
• Extensive mechanical aptitude
• Familiarity with uniform building code and ADA requirements
• Working knowledge of auto and tug door repair and maintenance