Posting Detail Information Working TitleApprentice Carpenter/Drywall Position LocationFort Collins, CO 80523 Work LocationPosition is fully in-office/in-person Type of PositionFull-time Classification TitleStructural Trades I Posting Number202500084P Position TypeState Classified Open Date09/23/2025 Close Date10/06/2025 Salary$3,661 - $4,393 monthly + Full Benefits Employee Benefits Colorado State University is not just a workplace; it’s a thriving community that’s transforming lives and improving the human condition through world-class teaching, research, and service. With a robust benefits package, collaborative atmosphere, and focus on work-life balance, CSU is where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact. + Review our detailed benefits information here. (https://hr.colostate.edu/wp-content/uploads/sites/25/2021/01/benefits-summary-sc.pdf) + Explore the additional perks of working at CSU here. + For the total value of CSU benefits in addition to wages, use our compensation calculator (https://hr.colostate.edu/total-compensation-calculator/) . + Lastly, click here for more information about why Fort Collins is consistently ranked in the top cities to live in (https://hr.colostate.edu/prospective-employees/our-community/) ! State Classified HourlyNo Description of Work Unit Provide construction and remodel service to the various departments on campus to fulfill the mission of the university community. Position Summary The position will exist primarily to assist with carpentry labor, steel stud framing, sheetrock hanging, and all other carpentry associated duties. Minimum Qualifications To be considered for this position, candidates must demonstrate in the application materials: Experience Only: + Two years (24 months) of full-time progressively responsible construction experience. OR Education and Experience: + A combination of related education, formalized apprenticeship program, and/or full-time progressively responsible construction experience equal to two (2) years.*Please note, unofficial or official transcripts must be attached if utilizing education to meet the minimum qualifications. Substitutions Preferred Qualifications The highly desired candidate will possess the following knowledge, skills, abilities, personal characteristics, and experience directly related and critical to this position: + Demonstrated experience with power tools. + Demonstrated experience with construction equipment/lifts. + Demonstrated desire to receive training and guidance in a variety of trade areas, and ability to immediately apply new concepts/methods to ongoing skilled trade work. + Demonstrated experience in two or more skilled trade areas with an emphasis on metal wall and wood framing experience. + Flexibility and the ability to adjust to changing work demands, priorities, and routines/schedules. + Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively verbally, and establish relationships through strong interpersonal skills. + Related state service experience. Essential Job Duties Job Duty CategoryDrywall Duty/Responsibility + Assist Journey level staff in the hanging of drywall commercial and institutional remodel projects. + Use specialized finishing tools such as banjo and bazooka for finishing drywall jobs. Repair and replace stucco and plaster. Texture matching and spraying. Containment for demo and sanding. Percentage Of Time35% Job Duty CategoryFraming Duty/Responsibility + Assist Journey level staff in the layout and framing of metal stud walls, soffits, and more in commercial and institutional projects. Insulation of new and existing walls. Percentage Of Time35% Job Duty CategoryGrid Ceiling and Panels Duty/Responsibility + Provide entry-level skills for installing grid ceilings and panels. Percentage Of Time10% Job Duty CategoryCabinets,counter tops and shelving Duty/Responsibility + Assist Journey level staff with the layout and installation of cabinets, counter tops, and shelving. Percentage Of Time10% Job Duty CategorySurface/wall Products Duty/Responsibility + Provide entry-level skills for the preparation and installation of FRP and other typical wall coverings/surfaces. Percentage Of Time5% Job Duty CategoryOther Duty/Responsibility Performs all other duties as assigned Percentage Of Time5% Application Details Special Instructions to Applicants APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS AND INFORMATION + Clearly document job duties you have performed that relate to minimum qualifications, preferred qualifications, and essential job duties in theWork Experiencesection on the application. Human Resources must be able to evaluate your experience based on this information. + Clearly outline dates of employment and hours worked per week for each employment experience listed in theWork Experiencesection of the Application so that Human Resources can calculate full-time work experience. Please note: Part-time experience will be calculated to determine the full-time equivalent. + TheWork Experienceis the only document that will be utilized to determine if minimum qualifications, as outlined in the job posting, have been met.The Application is considered to be the legal document on file; resumes will not be reviewed for minimum qualification requirements. + Applicants may redact information from this initial application that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution. INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS + If an Application is considered “Incomplete”, the Application will be removed from consideration for the position. + An Application is incomplete if no current/ previous employment is included in theWork Experiencesection of the Application. + An Application is incomplete if “see resume” (or something similar) is noted, or previous employment does not contain job duties for every position in theWork Experiencesection of the Application. + Positions requiring a degree or if using education as a substitution for work experience (e.g.: Associate or Bachelor’s) transcripts are required in order to verify receipt of the required degree or coursework. If official or unofficial transcripts are not supplied at the time of application, the Application is incomplete. RESUMES + When a resume is listed as a required document, it may be used in the comparative analysis/ evaluation process to determine the candidates that most closely meet the qualifications of the position. This process occurs after an application has passed the minimum qualifications screening. + Resumes will not be accepted in place of a completed application; however, some positions may still require a resume as a component for complete application materials. + Please see theRequired Documentssection of the posting. NOTES + Appointment to the vacancy or vacancies represented by this announcement is expected to be from the eligible list created. However, at the discretion of the appointing authority, the position(s) may be filled by another method of appointment for a valid articulated business reason. + The selection process for State Classified positions may include an exam(s) and interview(s) whichrequirecandidates to physically appear (at the CSU campus in Fort Collins, CO) at the candidates’ own expense. + Pertinent updates to your Application status can be obtained by logging into your application account athttps://jobs.colostate.edu + All status updates for this position will be sent via email fromhuman.resources@colostate.edu,hr_ta@colostate.edu, OR the TA Team Member facilitating the search process. In addition to your Inbox, remember to check the Deleted and Junk folders for these important communications. FOR CURRENT OR FORMER EMPLOYEES OF THE STATE OF COLORADO : + Per the requirements of the Step Pay Program implemented on July 1, 2024, any State employee must be paid a rate that is equal to or greater than the appropriate step pay rate within their classification’s pay range based on completed years in their current class series as of June 30.All current and former State employees must ensure that your entire work history within the State Classified System, including at Institutions of Higher Education, is indicated in your application so that your time-in-series can be calculated accurately. Department Contact Information Human Resources – Talent Acquisition Team, athr_ta@colostate.eduor call (970) 491- MyHR(6947). Please check the Help link online athttps://jobs.colostate.edu/help/for assistance on your application or for answers to Frequently Asked Questions. All other inquiries should be directed to the Colorado State University Human Resources Office atHR_Service_Center@colostate.eduor (970) 491- MyHR(6947). Conditions of EmploymentPre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires), Pre-employment Physical, Valid Driver’s License, Shift Work, On-call Status, Special Requirements/Other - After hours on call for emergencies and for planned overtime to meet customer needs EEO Colorado State University ( CSU ) provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Background Check Policy Statement Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so. Employment and Appeal Rights If you receive notice that you have been eliminated from consideration for the position, you may protest the action by filing an appeal with the State Personnel Board/State Personnel Director within 10 days from the date you receive notice of the elimination. Also, if you wish to challenge the selection and comparative analysis process, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board/State Personnel Director within 10 days from the receipt of notice or knowledge of the action you are challenging. Refer to Chapters 4 and 8 of the State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director’s Administrative Procedures, 4 CCR 801, for more information about the appeals process. The State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director’s Administrative Procedures are available atwww.colorado.gov/spb. A standard appeal form is available at:www.colorado.gov/spb. If you appeal, your appeal must be submitted in writing on the official appeal form, signed by you or your representative, and received at the following address within 10 days of your receipt of notice or knowledge of the action: Colorado State Personnel Board/State Personnel Director, Attn: Appeals Processing, 1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver, CO 80203. Fax: 303-866-5038. Phone: 303-866-3300. The ten-day deadline and these appeal procedures also apply to all charges of discrimination. Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). + * Are you willing and able to submit to a pre-employment background check? + Yes + No + * Are you willing and able to submit to a pre-placement physical exam as a condition of hire? + Yes + No + * Do you have a valid drivers license or are you able to obtain one? + Yes + No + * Are you willing and able to maintain availability for on-call status and shift work in order to meet the needs of the department and university? + Yes + No Applicant Documents Required Documents + Resume Optional Documents + Unofficial Transcripts + License/Certification