FOREMAN - Journeyman Carpenter; Maintenance

TITLE: FOREMAN - Journeyman Carpenter; Maintenance

Location: Maintenance Shop

The Kansas City, Kansas Public Schools (KCKPS) is a nationally recognized urban school district that serves approximately 22,000 students and 60+ different languages are spoken in the homes of our students. KCKPS is home to Sumner Academy, the #6 highest rated High School in the Nation and #1 High School in Kansas according to the US News rankings.

With Head Start/preschools, 28 elementary schools, 7 middle schools, and 5 college and career academies/high schools, we are the fifth largest district in the state of Kansas and our student population is approximately 56% Hispanic, 24% African American, 9% White, and 6% Asian. To serve our students, the district employs approximately 4,000 employees including more than 1,800 teachers.


JOB GOAL:


Under general supervision, performs the full range of journeyman level carpenter duties in the construction, finishing and repair of buildings, furniture and other wood or metal products in order to support the education mission of the District and to enhance the education environment; and, provides direction and guidance to others to ensure the efficient operation of the carpenter department.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• The foreman will perform all listed functions, and will assist the Director of Physical Properties maintain cohesive and efficient operation of the maintenance department through the successful completion of additional tasks, including but not limited to:

• Assist the Director with project specifications
• Assist the Director by providing professional input and guidance.
• Gather cost estimates for repairs or equipment replacement for action by the Director
• Prepare quote sheets for approval
• Coordinate with other crafts and outside vendors when necessary, or at the request of the Director
• Plan and coordinate the daily work within this specific trade or craft to complete work order requests in a timely manner
• Ensure that all completed work order information is entered appropriately
• Provide the first level of leadership guidance of others within this specific trade or craft
• Complete the first level of performance evaluation for others within this specific trade or craft, for approval by the Director
• Inform the Director of potential personnel issues and/or violations of adopted Personnel Policies, and participating in appropriate corrective action.
• All other actions as directed by the Director to ensure that District goals and policies are met in a safe and timely manner

• Performs rough and finished carpentry work in the repair and construction of buildings, sheds, roofs, room partitions and other items.

• Estimates, determines needs, and arranges for supplies and equipment in order to perform or schedule work assignments.

• Reads and interprets blueprints and/or specifications to determine procedure(s) for required construction and/or remodel projects.
• Repairs partitions, doors, locks, windows, blinds, floors, furniture, screens, shades, upholstery, stage curtains, auditorium seating and building framework.
• Installs finished hardware such as, but not limited to window or door locks, hinges, screens, or other related work.
• Installs floor boards and floor coverings such as linoleum tile, VCT, carpet tiles or other sheet goods.
• May make minor roof repairs in association with District's roofer or as needed.
• Hang various items in a safe and secure manner, which may include plaques, pictures/frames, banners, inspection certificates (i.e. pool, elevator, boilers, health department.)
• Constructs minor buildings or small additions relating to existing structures.
• Will assist other departments as needed to ensure all carpentry related work is performed according to safety standards.
• Uses and performs operator maintenance on tools and equipment common to the trade, such as but not limited to planers, joiners, sanders, saws and drills.
• Keeps accurate record of time and materials used to successfully complete job tasks using written and/or computer-generated formats.
• May perform minor supervisory jobs as needed.
• May be required to perform other duties as required at a level of skill the same as or lower than required by his/her normal work assignment.

• May performs minor supervisory role when designated a "Leader" on specific projects.

• Must be able to perform work that involves the possible disturbance of asbestos containing materials (ACMs).
• Must be medically and physically able to wear a respirator.
• Other duties as directed.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school graduation, AND completion of trade (apprenticeship) and/or vocational school program including courses in mathematics, carpentry and woodworking.
• Minimum of Five (5) years work experience in the building trades as a journeyman level Carpenter or equivalent work experience in a commercial, educational or facilities operations setting, with two (2) years in a leadership role.
• Thorough knowledge of the methods, materials, tools and equipment used in the carpentry trade, in addition to construction and building repair terminology, and applicable local, state and federal health and safety code requirements
• Cabinet making experience highly preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to manage time and materials; must be able to work cooperatively with others, and be a self-starter and self-motivated to complete assigned job tasks.
• Spatial ability is needed to understand forms and relationships
• Knowledgeable in construction and building repair terminology.
• Numerical ability required to make proper calculations.
• Able to read and understand blueprints, specifications and diagrams.
• Able to construct cabinetry and other similar works from simple diagrams and/or blueprints/shop drawings
• Knowledge of trade related machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, maintenance and safe operating practices.
• Strong organizational ability.
• Knowledge of public schools or university operations preferred.
• Knowledge of, and the ability and desire to support, relevant policies, procedures and strategies to promote effective educational operations for the protection of students, staff, co-workers and District property.

COMMUNICATION / ORGANIZATION:

• Maintains positive communication with maintenance shop personnel, trade foreman, shop administration, and school personnel to enhance cooperative action in order to meet the educational needs of students.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with district administration and community;
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing, including the ability to listen and effectively respond to instruction.
• Utilizes existing technology effectively in the performance of duties.

REASONING ABILITY:

• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
• Understand written procedures, write routine documents, and speak clearly; and analyze situations to define issues and draw conclusions.
• Ability to identify complex problems, review related information to develop, evaluate and recommend options and implement solutions.
• Perform basic math, including calculations using fractions, percents and/or ratios

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:


Work is medium to heavy. Maintenance personnel routinely handle loads weighing up to 50 pounds and occasionally handle loads weighing up to 100 pounds or more using approved methods and equipment. Climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling and crouching to make repairs and installation of equipment. Stands and walks most of the day. Reaches for and handles tools and equipment parts. The position requires near-visual acuity for reading blueprints and specifications. Color and depth perception and field of vision required for use of machinery and tools. Successful candidate must be able to work inside or outside in bad weather. The work environment may be subject to loud noise from machinery and equipment. Employee may be required to work long and/or non-typical hours.

DRIVER'S LICENSE: Employee shall have a valid driver's license at the time of his/her employment with the Kansas City Kansas USD #500 School District. IF, at any time during his/her employment, the employee should lose their driver's license and/or their driver's license be suspended for any reason, the employee shall immediately notify the Director of Physical Properties.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT/YEARLY REQUIREMENTS: Employee shall meet all the pre-employment and yearly requirements as specified in the Policies of the Board of Education.

EVALUATION: Performance of this position will be evaluated in accordance with the provisions of the Board's policy on Evaluation of Classified Human Resources employees.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: 261 Days

SALARY: Level 24

Classified Salary Schedule:

FLSA STATUS: Hourly, Non-exempt

REPORT TO: Principal

EVALUATION: Performance will be evaluated in accordance with Board of Education policy

Applications will be reviewed prior to the closing date for this position.

The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. The individual holding this position performs additional duties and additional duties may be assigned.


Kansas City, Kansas Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer. KCKPS is an equal opportunity employer and shall not discriminate in its employment practices and policies with respect to hiring, compensation, terms, conditions, or privileges of employment because of an individual's race, color, religion, sex/gender (to include orientation, identity, or expression), age, disability, national origin, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by law.

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District Compliance Coordinator


2010 N. 59th Street


Kansas City, KS 66104


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