Maintenance Carpenter

Salary : $5,785.00 - $7,038.00 Monthly
Location : Downey, CA
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 00275 - 2026
Department: DUSD
Opening Date: 05/26/2026
Closing Date: 6/15/2026 4:30 PM Pacific


SELECTION PROCEDURES
Only online applications will be accepted: .

This is a Promotional and Open recruitment to establish an eligibility list and fill vacancies. The eligibility list will be used to fill permanent vacancies which may occur during the life of the eligibility list. In a promotional and open recruitment, the promotional list shall take precedence. When the promotional list contains fewer than three eligible and willing employees, certification of additional ranks shall then be made from the open list.

Positions in this classification are full-time (40 hours per week), 12 months per year.


The recruitment process will consist of a written examination, performance examination and an oral technical interview, which is tentatively scheduled during the weeks of June 22 - July 10, 2026 . Qualified applicants will be notified by email.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY, TITLE IX, AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER

The Downey Unified School District does not engage in any employment practice that discriminates against an employee or applicant for employment on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, creed, age, disability (mental or physical), sex, gender (including pregnancy and childbirth), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, medical condition, genetic information (including family and medical history), marital status, political affiliation, military and veteran status, or retaliation; or on any other basis as protected by state, federal or local law, ordinance or regulation, in its educational program(s) or employment. No person shall be denied employment solely because of any impairment which is unrelated to the ability to engage in activities involved in the position(s) or program for which application has been made. If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate in the hiring process, Downey Unified School District will provide you with one upon notice.

BASIC FUNCTION:

Under the direction of the Maintenance Supervisor, perform a variety of carpentry work including rough and finish carpentry and mill and cabinet work; perform other maintenance duties as required.

FUNCTION & DUTIES


Perform carpentry work such as repairing and installing cabinets, bookcases, window frames, exterior trim, partitions, walls, doors, counters, scaffolds, stands, forms and fences; and other items as required. E

Install and repair windows, doors and locks. E

Estimate and obtain materials and supplies needed to complete assignments; contact vendors to obtain supplies and materials needed. E

Operate a variety of tools and equipment including saws, drills, sanders and other hand and power tools. E

Maintain related records, such as records of work orders; maintain inventory of carpentry shop and vehicle stock. E

Observe and comply with applicable codes, regulations and safety procedures. E

Work from sketches, plans, drawings, blueprints and specifications. E

Train and provide work direction to others as assigned.

Operate District vehicle to conduct work; clean and service assigned vehicle. E

Perform a variety of maintenance duties involving floor and ceiling tile replacement, concrete and plaster work and related maintenance duties as needed.

Perform other maintenance duties as assigned.

Perform related duties as assigned.

Note: At the end of some of the duty statements there is an italicized "E" which identifies essential duties required of the classification.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES


KNOWLEDGE OF:
Methods, equipment and materials used in the carpentry trade.
Standard practices and procedures of carpentry trade including mill and cabinet work.
Quality and adaptability of various wood types.
Hand and power tools and equipment used in general woodworking.
Health and safety regulations and procedures.
Proper methods of storing equipment, materials and supplies.
Basic record-keeping techniques.
Applicable codes and regulations.

ABILITY TO:
Perform a variety of carpentry work including rough and finish carpentry and mill and cabinet work.
Utilize carpentry tools, machinery and equipment including saws, drills, sanders and power tools.
Repair and install doors and related hardware.
Install and repair floor and ceiling tiles.
Estimate materials and supply needs.
Work from blueprints, ship drawings and sketches.
Work independently with little direction.
Plan and organize work.
Maintain routine records.
Observe and comply with applicable codes, regulations and safety procedures.
Train and provide work direction to others.
Perform other maintenance duties.
Observe legal and defensive driving practices.
Work cooperatively with others.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE, LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS


Any combination equivalent to: graduation from high school and four years responsible general carpentry experience.

L ICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

Valid California driver's license.
WORKING CONDITIONS:

ENVIRONMENT:
Indoor, outdoor and shop environment; subject to driving to conduct work and subject to noise from equipment operation.

PHYSICAL ABILITIES:
Lifting heavy objects weighing up to 75 pounds, heavy physical labor, standing and walking for extended periods of time, climbing, bending at the waist, crawling, kneeling, reaching overhead, above the shoulders and horizontally, pulling, pushing, carrying, dexterity of hands and fingers to operate specialized tools and equipment, seeing to observe needed repair and to make repairs, and reaching overhead, above the shoulders and horizontally.

HAZARDS:
Working on ladders or scaffolding at heights, working in a cramped or restrictive work chamber, working around and with machinery having moving parts, and exposure to flying debris or nails.
Full-time Employees earn up to:

• 12 paid vacation days per year
  
  
• 12 paid sick days per year with unlimited accumulation
  
  
• 13 paid holidays

The District offers two excellent medical plans, Blue Shield and Kaiser Permanente ; two dental plans, Delta Dental and MetLife SafeGuard ; and vision care through Vision Service Plan (VSP). Currently full-time employees (employees working 6 hours or more per day) pay 20% of the premium cost for these plans. All plans are available to the employees and their dependents. This coverage is available to employees working a minimum of 20 hours per week.
Retirement benefits include membership in CalPERS (California Public Employee's Retirement System) and Social Security (OASDI). This is a joint contribution plan. To qualify for CalPERS an employee must work a minimum of 20 hours per week or already be a member, if not the employee is eligible for an alternative retirement plan.
Additionally, the District encourages employees to pursue professional growth, and provides financial incentive for classified employees completing professional growth programs. Additional benefits available to employees to which the District does not contribute include life insurance, a Section 125 Flexible Benefit Plan, an income protection plan, and a credit union.
Substitute employees are not eligible for vacation or holiday pay but are eligible to earn sick leave at the rate of one hour per 30 hours worked, not to exceed 48 hours. Further, substitute employees are not automatically eligible for CalPERS or District health benefits.
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The information you provide on the general and supplemental applications will be used to evaluate whether you meet the minimum requirements for this position. All experience, education, training, and certification must be included in your application in order to be considered. Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications for the position will be invited to participate further in the selection process. Supplemental questions that are not answered fully and completely will be considered incomplete and may cause you to not be considered further in the recruitment process. All experience mentioned in the Supplemental Questions must also be included in the Work Experience section of the application in order to be considered complete. Resumes are not required or reviewed during the application process; therefore, you must ensure the application is complete.Did you read and understand this information?

• Yes
• No

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Do you possess a High School Diploma or GED?

• Yes
• No

03


This position requires the possession of a valid California driver's license. Do you have a VALID CALIFORNIA DRIVER'S LICENSE?

• Yes
• No

04


What is your Driver's License expiration date?
05


How many years of responsible general carpentry experience do you have?Note: Answer should be reflected in your work experience on your application.

• I do not have experience in this area.
• Less than 4 years
• At least 4 years
• More than 4 years

06


Do you possess any general carpentry experience in a school district or public organization?

• Yes
• No

07


If you answered yes to the above question, please describe your general carpentry experience working in a school district or public organization.In your response, include the place you worked, your job title, the job duties you performed, and the dates you worked in each position.Note: The response should also be detailed in your application work experience.If you answered no to the above question, please indicate N/A.
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By typing your name below, I hereby certify that all statements made in this supplemental application are true and complete to the best of my knowledge, and that any misstatement of material facts will subject me to disqualification or dismissal.
Required Question