Carpenter - Maintenance & Operations
- Lees Summit R-7 School District
- Lees Summit, Missouri
- Full Time
2025-26 School Year
244 days/year
8 hours/day
Purpose Statement
The job of Carpenter was established for the purpose/s of providing carpentry services with specific responsibility for identifying repair and/or replacement needs; installing, repairing, and building items; assisting other skilled trades; and ensuring that tools and materials are available at job site.
This job reports to Carpenter Supervisor
Essential Functions
- Builds a variety of items (e.g. counter tops, cabinets, shelving, moldings, etc.) for the purpose of modifying and/or adapting facilities to specific needs.
- Coordinates with assigned lead and/or supervisor and other trades for the purpose of completing projects and work orders efficiently.
- Diagnoses failures and prescribes remedies for the purpose of performing needed repairs and/or coordinating efforts of contractors.
- Identifies and maintains parts inventory and supply lines for the purpose of supporting timely repairs.
- Implements preventive maintenance programs for building structural and finish systems throughout the District for the purpose of ensuring that buildings are properly maintained according to regulatory requirements.
- Informs personnel regarding procedures and/or status of work orders for the purpose of providing necessary information for making decisions, taking appropriate action and/or complying with building and safety regulations.
- Installs a variety of equipment, fixtures and fabrications (e.g. classroom and office systems components, dropped ceilings, partitions, door frames/hardware, gutters, heating ducts, etc.) for the purpose of providing a safe and workable environment.
- Maintains vehicle, tools and equipment for the purpose of ensuring availability in safe operating condition.
- Participates in meetings, workshops, training, and seminars, as assigned for the purpose of conveying and/or gathering information required to perform job functions.
- Prepares written materials (e.g. repair status, activity logs, etc.) for the purpose of documenting activities and/or conveying information.
- Provides recommendations regarding future equipment purchases for the purpose of promoting standardization and maintainability of equipment.
- Remodels office and work space including partitions, paneling, etc. for the purpose of ensuring safe and efficient utilization of space.
- Repairs a variety of furniture and fixtures for the purpose of ensuring a safe working condition.
- Requests equipment and supplies for the purpose of maintaining inventory and ensuring availability of items required to complete the necessary installation and/or repair.
- Responds to emergency situations during and after hours for the purpose of resolving immediate safety concerns.
- Transports a variety of tools, equipment and supplies for the purpose of ensuring the availability of materials required at job site.
Other Functions
- Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.
Job Requirements: Minimum Qualifications
Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
SKILLS are required to perform single, technical tasks with a potential need to upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skill-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: operating equipment used in carpentry maintenance; planning and managing projects; preparing and maintaining accurate records; and adhering to safety practices.
KNOWLEDGE is required to perform algebra and/or geometry; read technical information, compose a variety of documents, and/or facilitate group discussions; and analyze situations to define issues and draw conclusions. Specific knowledge-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: methods, techniques, materials, tools used in carpentry installation, maintenance, and repair; and safety practices and procedures.
ABILITY is required to schedule activities and/or meetings; gather and/or collate data; and use job-related equipment. Flexibility is required to work with others; work with data utilizing defined and similar processes; and operate equipment using a variety of standardized methods. Ability is also required to work with a diversity of individuals; work with a variety of data; and utilize a variety of types of job-related equipment. Problem solving is required to identify issues and create action plans. Problem solving with data frequently requires independent interpretation of guidelines; and problem solving with equipment is moderate. Specific ability-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: adapting to changing work priorities; communicating with diverse groups; meeting deadlines and schedules; working as part of a team; and working with constant interruptions.
Responsibility
Responsibilities include: working under direct supervision using standardized routines; providing information and/or advising others; and operating within a defined budget. Utilization of resources from other work units may be required to perform the job's functions. There is a continual opportunity to impact the organization’s services.
Working Environment
The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: significant lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; frequent climbing and balancing; frequent stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling; and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally the job requires 10% sitting, 45% walking, and 45% standing. The job is performed under minimal temperature variations and in a clean atmosphere.
Experience
Job related experience within specialized field is required.
Education
Targeted job related education that meets organization’s prerequisite requirements.
Equivalency
None Specified
Required Testing
None Specified
Continuing Educ. / Training
None Specified
Certificates & Licenses
Valid Driver’s License
Clearances
Criminal Justice Fingerprint/Background Clearance
FLSA Status Non Exempt