Title: Carpenter- ER168
State Role Title: Trades Technician III
Hiring Range: $50,000 - $56,650
Pay Band: 3
Agency: Department of General Services (DGS)
Location: Richmond, VA
Agency Website: dgs.virginia.gov
Recruitment Type: General Public - G
Job Duties
The DGS Division of Capitol Square Services (DCSS) is a customer-focused organization whose primary function is to provide a quality environment for the approximately 75 state agencies that occupy the facilities overseen by DGS. DCSS provides its customers effective and timely operational, maintenance, and repair services, as well as manages capital outlay projects and provides professional services contracts for statewide public body use.
DCSS is responsible for over 40 buildings and 20 parking facilities and operates and maintains about 6.45 million square feet of buildings and grounds at the seat of government to include the Governor's Mansion, the Virginia Capitol and Capitol Square.
The Carpenter performs skilled building maintenance, repair, and installation work to ensure safe, efficient, and reliable operation of facility systems. This role supports preventive maintenance programs, responds to service requests, and assists other building team members in maintaining high standards of customer service, equipment performance, and operational continuity.
Minimum Qualifications
Valid Virginia Driver's License
Experience performing carpentry work, including installation, repair, and maintenance of building components.
Knowledge of carpentry systems, building components, and mechanical equipment.
Ability to perform preventive maintenance on building systems and mechanical equipment.
Skill in troubleshooting and repairing carpentry‑related issues to minimize occupant downtime.
Ability to respond to service requests promptly and professionally.
Experience maintaining accurate written logs, daily time records, and weekly timesheets.
Ability to work independently and complete assigned tasks within required timeframes.
Ability to perform physically demanding tasks such as lifting, bending, climbing ladders, and working in various environments.
Ability to perform repair and maintenance tasks involving multiple trades when assigned.
Additional Considerations
Experience working in a commercial, institutional, or government facilities environment.
Experience supporting building maintenance teams and providing technical assistance on carpentry systems.
Special Instructions
You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.
The online state application must contain all required information and fully respond to questions to be considered for this job opportunity. Please be sure that all of your relevant qualifications and considerations are specifically addressed in your submitted application.
The online state application must contain all required information and fully respond to questions to be considered for this job opportunity. Please be sure that all of your relevant qualifications and considerations are specifically addressed in your submitted application. Online applications should be submitted via jobs.virginia.gov. Fax, e-mail, or mail applications will not be accepted. For assistance or computer access, please visit your local Virginia Employment Office or contact our office jobs@dgs.virginia.gov or 804-786-3910.
You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application has been successfully submitted. Applications will continue to be accepted until a suitable pool of candidates is received, but this position may be closed at any time after five (5) business days. Please refer to the “Your Application” page in your account to check the status of your application for this position. Applicants in need of accommodation during the application and/or interview process may contact DGS at 804-786-3910 for assistance.
Sponsorship will not be provided for this position now or in the future. Confirmation of eligibility to work will be required at time of hire. DGS will record information from each new employee’s Form I-9 (Employment Eligibility Verification) into the Federal E-Verify system to confirm identity and work authorization.
The selected candidate must pass a [fingerprint-based] criminal background check. and DMV driving record check.
Applicants that indicate they have preferential hiring rights in the form of a yellow form or blue card must submit these to our office prior to the closing of the posting, in accordance with DHRM policy 1.30. Please note that only current and former employees of the Commonwealth of Virginia that will be or have been laid off are eligible for preferential hiring rights.
The Virginia Department of General Services is an equal opportunity employer and a proud Virginia Values Veterans (V3) Certified employer. Individuals from minoritized groups, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and individuals with AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service experience are encouraged to apply.
Contact Information
Name: DGS Human Resources
Phone: (804) 786 - 3910
Email: jobs@dgs.virginia.gov
In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.
Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.