Carpenter

CarpenterUnder supervision, the carpenter does general carpentry work involved in the layout, construction, repair and maintenance of buildings and offices, and institution equipment and furnishing and does other related duties.Essential Job Functions:Repair broken and malfunctioning furniture, doors, screens, locks, glass panes, and other types of equipment, and makes and installs window frames and sashes, screens, trim, doors, flooring, stairs, railing porches, cabinets, and simple furniture.Construct and repair buildings and structures.Replace damaged ceiling panels, wall coverings, or flooring.Build bookcases, cabinets, tables, stands, screens, partitions, and other types of equipment.Make emergency carpentry repairs.Make time and materials estimates.Make reports of personnel, time supplies, and work completed.Maintain records.Use computers and/or electronic equipment to fulfill job functions.Participate in appropriate in-service and workshop programs and attend any required meetings.Display the highest ethical and professional behavior in working with students, parents, school personnel, and outside agencies associated with the school.Perform any duties and responsibilities that are within the scope of employment, as assigned by the Director of Buildings & Grounds.Qualifications:Hold a high school diploma or equivalent.Have three years of experience in carpentry work involving the layout, construction, repair, and maintenance of buildings and office equipment and furnishings.Hold and maintain a valid driver's license with no serious violations.Have excellent integrity and demonstrate good moral character and initiative.Exhibit a personality that demonstrates interpersonal skills to relate well with students, staff, administration, parents, and the community.Demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing, using proper grammar and vocabulary.Provide evidence that health is adequate to fulfill the job functions and responsibilities.Physical Demands:The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential responsibilities and functions of the job and are not meant to be all inclusive. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential responsibilities and functions of the job. Unless reasonable accommodations can be made, while performing this job the staff member shall:Frequently lift up to fifty (50) pounds alone and one hundred (100) pounds with assistance.Occasionally work from ladders or scaffolding at heights over ten (10) feet.Sit, stand and walk for required periods of time.Speak and hear.Use close vision, color vision, peripheral vision and depth perception along with the ability to focus vision.Communicate effectively in English, using proper grammar and vocabulary.Reach with hands and arms and use hands and fingers to handle objects and operate tools, computers, and/or controls.Work Place Expectations:Work effectively with and respond to diverse cultures or backgrounds. Demonstrate professionalism and appropriate judgment in behavior, speech, and dress in a neat, clean and professional manner for the assignment and work setting. Have regular and punctual attendance. Follow all District policies, work procedures, and reasonable requests by the proper authorities.Disclaimer: This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice. The Colleton County School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.