Carpenter

Job Title: Carpenter Exemption Status/Test: Nonexempt

Reports to: Director of Maintenance & Transportation Date Revised: 06/01/2025

Dept./School: Maintenance & Transportation

Primary Purpose:

Under supervision of the carpenter, assist with skilled work in construction, alteration, repair, and installation of fixtures, buildings, and structures throughout the district. Maintain district structures and furniture in attractive and safe condition.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

Clear and valid Texas driver’s license

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Knowledge of equipment, materials, methods, practices, and tools used in carpentry

Ability to use hand and power tools

Ability to follow written and verbal instruction

Ability to read blueprints and diagrams

Ability to measure and perform mathematical calculations

Ability to work independently

Experience:

1 years experience as skilled carpenter

Major Responsibilities and Duties: Maintenance and Repair

1. Assist with detecting and completing, needed repairs on buildings, grounds, and equipment by following established inspection and maintenance procedures.
2. Helping construction of cabinets, shelves, and partitions from initial layout to assembly following oral instructions, plans, specifications, blueprints, and work orders.
3. Assist with the installation and moving of portable buildings including constructing steps and installing underpinning.
4. Receive and complete work orders. Respond to emergency calls as needed.
5. Maintain accurate records on material and labor used.

1. Inspect jobs upon completion and ensure areas are clean and excess materials are removed as needed.
2. Maintain inventory of district-owned tools, equipment, and materials.
3. Work with building principals and supervisors to schedule and complete projects.

Safety

1. Perform preventive maintenance on tools and equipment and ensure that equipment is in safe operating condition.
2. Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties including lifting and climbing. Operate tools and equipment according to established safety procedures.
3. Correct unsafe conditions in work area and promptly report any conditions that are not immediately correctable to supervisor.
4. Follow established procedures for locking, checking, and safeguarding facilities.
5. Perform any other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None.

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors: Tools/Equipment Used: Standard carpentry equipment including small hand tools, power tools, and measuring instruments; light truck or van Posture: Frequent standing, kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting Motion: Frequent walking, climbing stairs/ladders/scaffolding, grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/extension, and overhead reaching; frequent driving Lifting: Heavy lifting and carrying (45 pounds and over) on a daily basis Environment: Work outside and inside, on slippery or uneven walking surfaces; frequent exposure to extreme hot and cold temperatures, dust, toxic chemicals and materials, noise, vibration, and electrical hazards; work around machinery with moving parts; may work alone; regularly work irregular hours; occasional prolonged hours; frequent districtwide travel Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress

This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.