Carpenter, Trades ​/ Skilled Labor

Primary

Purpose:

Under general supervision, perform 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.

• 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: 2 years experience as skilled carpenter

• Detect and complete needed repairs on buildings, grounds, and equipment by following established inspection and maintenance procedures.
• Plan and complete construction of cabinets, shelves, and partitions from initial layout to assembly following oral instructions, plans, specifications, blueprints, and work orders.
• Select material and hardware and calculate time and materials estimates.
• Assist with the installation and moving of portable buildings including constructing steps and installing underpinning.
• Receive and complete work orders. Respond to emergency calls as needed.
• Maintain accurate records on material and labor used.
• Inspect jobs upon completion and ensure areas are clean and excess materials are removed as needed.
• Maintain inventory of district-owned tools, equipment, and materials.
• Work with building principals and supervisors to schedule and complete projects.

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

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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 district wide travel
Mental Demands:
Maintain emotional control under stress