Lead Carpenter

Milwaukee County oversees operations from our Airport, Behavioral Health, Child Support Enforcement, Combined Court Operations, Sheriffs Department, Community Reintegration Center, Human Services, Parks, Public Safety, Public Works, Fleet Operations, Transportation, and at the Zoo. Our departments are also dedicated to our Seniors in the Department on Aging, those with Disabilities, and Veterans Affairs. Our employees also remain committed to serve the cultural, human, recreational and social needs of the entire community.

Milwaukee County offers a wide variety of interesting jobs for people who want to make a difference in our community. Milwaukee County provides a competitive benefit package and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. If disability related accommodations are needed, please contact 414-278-3936. For submitted application inquiries please contact careers@milwaukeecountywi.gov. Please note: an online application must be submitted for consideration.

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Closing Date: 10/30/2025 or upon the receipt of the first 50 applications

Lead Carpenter

Department of Administrative Services - Facilities

Hourly Pay: $43.11

Summary: Assist Carpenter Supervisor in assigning work and supporting the Carpentry Team's day-to-day operations. Perform Journeyman level work in rough and finish carpentry to maintain Milwaukee County Facilities. Must be able to work in all Milwaukee County facilities including secured detention/high-security facilities and work in areas with sensitive information and assets.

Job Responsibilities:

• Lead Duties: Carpenter Lead works with the Carpenter supervisor to assign work to carpenters, locksmiths, and coordinate contractor staff. During the Carpenter Supervisor's absence, the Carpenter Lead is responsible for the oversight of the team's day-to-day operations. This responsibility does not extend to HR-related matters.
• Rough and finish carpentry: Perform rough and finish carpentry tasks related to remodeling and new construction projects. Create & install signage as required. Furniture and cabinet making & repair. Cubicle assembly and modifications. Installation & repair of door hardware and locking devices.
• Emergency/call-in response: Provide 24/7 emergency response on a rotating call-in-basis.
• Carpenter Shop Duties: Maintain inventory of commonly used materials and equipment. Perform maintenance on shop equipment
• Participate in Contracted Projects: Project Planning and Review: Attend operation/capital projects meetings. Offer recommendations regarding departmental assets. Support contracted T&M projects and/or staff as necessary.
• Interdepartmental cooperation/coordination: Collaborate with other departments to support the overall needs of County facilities.
• Blueprint Maintenance: Maintain changes on as-build prints and communicate changes to the Engineering Department.
• Other Duties as Assigned: Perform supportive and generalized duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Current residency in the State of Wisconsin required.
• A valid State of Wisconsin Driver's License at time of hire and maintained throughout employment.
• HS Diploma/GED
• At least Five (5) year or more of work experience as a Journeyman Carpenter or Carpenter Supervisor.
• Applicants must successfully undergo a criminal history background check to establish security clearance for Milwaukee County facilities and maintain this clearance throughout employment.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities required:

• Basic knowledge of all related computer and software applications, such as word processing and spreadsheets and Email, Work Order System.

License: MUST HAVE

• State or Federal Carpenter Apprenticeship completion certificate

Equipment, tools, or materials used to perform the job:

• Van or pick-up truck, Fork Truck, Shop, and hand tools of the Carpenter trade such as hammers, drills, saws, etc., Step and extension.

Personal Protective Equipment used:

• Safety glasses, hard hat, gloves, proper footwear, hearing protection, respirator.

NOTE: This original application is open to permanent residents of the state of Wisconsin at the time of application. In accordance with Section 11, Rule 3 of the Civil Service Rules a non-competitive examination will be held for this position. The non-competitive examination will consist of criteria deemed appropriate by the Director of Human Resources.

APPLICANTS MUST POSSESS MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AT TIME OF FILING APPLICATION

Milwaukee County is committed to fostering an equitable working environment, free from discrimination and harassment, on the basis of any characteristic protected by law. We prohibit any form of discrimination, harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, pregnancy related condition, national origin, age, disability, FMLA status, sexual orientation, military status, marital status, or any other category or status that is now or in the future protected by federal, state, and local law. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing, background checks and pre-employment physicals subject to job requirements. If special accommodations are needed, please contact 414-278-3936.