Carpenter 2

KETCHIKAN GATEWAY BOROUGH SCHOOL DISTRICT

KETCHIKAN ALASKA

JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE: MAINTENANCE CARPENTER I & II

REPORTS TO: DIRECTOR OF MAINTENANCE

JOB PURPOSE: To effectively perform skilled manual work and to maintain school district buildings and grounds

equipment and their relating systems in a condition of operating excellence.

Duties, Responsibilities and Accountabilities:

1. Perform assignments and independent maintenance operations requiring specialized skills and required

experience with the main emphasis on carpentry.

1. Assist in or perform grounds maintenance, roofing repair and exterior building repair requiring general

maintenance or construction skills.

1. Assist in or perform interior building repairs, alterations or remodeling as directed.

2. Perform furniture, cabinet, fixture, carpet, wood floor, vinyl floor, wood and drywall, window, door

maintenance, repairs and replacement.

1. Assist in or performs building maintenance tasks as directed.

2. Operate light to moderately heavy vehicles and equipment.

3. Establish and maintain cooperative relations with co-workers and clients.

4. Perform heavy manual labor for extended periods. If necessary, work under undesirable weather conditions.

5. Be available to engage in all maintenance jobs as may be necessary.

6. Be available for emergency call outs and winter weather related overtime.

7. Make estimates of material and repair parts requirements.

8. Keep records of time and material required to complete assignments.

9. Perform other tasks and assume other responsibilities which may be assigned by the Director of Maintenance

or his designee.

Requirements:

1. High school diploma with four years experience in the carpentry trade.

2. Two years apprenticeship or three plus years as a carpenter.

3. Must possess a strong mechanical or building trades background.

4. Must possess the ability to competently and professionally construct, repair and improve buildings and

structures.

1. Ability to follow oral and written directions, ask questions, elicit required information.

2. Ability to perform all work in a neat and professional manner with the initiative and potential to continue to

upgrade personal maintenance skills.

1. Demonstrated ability to think clearly and quickly in emergency and stressful situations.

2. Demonstrated ability to maintain and exhibit a positive attitude in relation to Ketchikan Gateway Borough

School District and co-workers.

1. State of Alaska driver's license with no restrictions.

2. Must possess or able to attain a valid First Aid Card.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Language Skills: Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance

instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak

effectively before parents, staff and students.

Mathematical Skill: Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers,

common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar

graphs.

Reasoning Ability: Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written,

oral or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

Problem Solving: Can identify and resolves problems in a timely manner. Works well in group problem solving

situations. Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.

Interpersonal Skills: Focuses on solving conflict and not blaming. Maintains confidentiality. Listens to others

without interrupting. Keeps emotions under control and remains open to other ideas and tries new things.

Teamwork: Contributes to building a positive work environment.

Diversity: Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences and promotes a harassment-free environment.

Ethics: Treats people with respect, keeps commitments and inspires the trust of others. Works with integrity and

ethically.

Judgment: Exhibits sound and accurate judgment and includes appropriate people in decision-making process.

Planning/Organizing: Uses time efficiently.

Professionalism: Approaches others in a tactful manner. Reacts well under pressure and treats others with

respect and consideration regardless of their status or position. Accepts responsibility for own actions.

Quality: Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness and looks for ways to improve and promote quality.

Safety and Security: Observes safety and security procedures. Reports potentially unsafe conditions and uses

equipment and materials properly.

Attendance and punctuality: Is consistently at work and on time.

Dependability: Follows instructions, responds to management directions and takes responsibility for own actions.

Keeps commitments.

Other Skills and Abilities: Demonstrated ability to operate computers and related software. Ability to perform

duties with awareness of all district requirements and Board of Education policies.

Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, talk,

hear, walk and sit. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may occasionally push or lift up to 80

lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision such as to read handwritten or typed material,

and the ability to adjust focus. The position requires the individual to meet multiple demands from several

people and interact with the public and other staff. Requires outside duty and exposure to outside weather

conditions.

The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the principal functions of this

job, the level of knowledge and skill typically required, and the scope of responsibility, but should not be

considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned

including work in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods, or otherwise

to balance the workload.

Ketchikan Gateway Borough School District

Human Resources

333 Schoenbar Rd

Ketchikan, AK 99901

KETCHIKAN GATEWAY BOROUGH SCHOOL DISTICT

IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Revised 2025