CARPENTER I

Carpenter IPosition: Carpenter IReports to: Director of Facility Support Services and Carpenter SupervisorTerms of Employment: 12 monthsPay Grade: 57FLSA Status: Non-exemptNature of WorkAn employee in this class performs simple tasks in the field of carpentry. The appearance and finish of work produced at this level is not critical. Examples of such work are building and repairing frameworks, scaffolds, supports, and simple wooden articles. The employee is given specific instructions for work to be done. A higher level employee is available to assist in solving any problems that may arise. Since work is closely checked while in progress, errors of any serious consequence are unlikely to occur. Direct supervision is given to employees at this level.Education and ExperienceSome aptitude for carpentry work demonstrated in prior work, school experience or personal activities.Certification and Licensure Requirements (if applicable):Essential Functions/Typical TasksGathers materials to be used.Measures and marks materials for cutting.Cuts and drills wood and other materials using hand and power Joins materials with nails, screws or glue.Checks accuracy of work with levels, rulers and measuring tapes.Fits and nails sheathing on outer walls and roofs in preparation for boards.Knowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesSome knowledge of methods of carpentry work.Some skill in using tools to cut and join wooden materials.Ability to follow simple written instructions.Ability to follow oral instructions with little need for repetitionPhysical RequirementsEmployee must have verbal, auditory, and written capabilities to effectively communicate in an articulate manner. Must possess clarity of vision at varying distances to perform various work assignments. Standing and walking for extended periods of time are done on a continual basis and dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a variety of specialized tools and equipment is a must. There will be a large degree of reaching overhead, above the shoulders, and horizontally with occasional bending, kneeling, or crouching. Lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling object(s) weighing up to 75 pounds is also a physical requirement of this position. Job performance may include climbing ladders and working from heights as necessary.Special RequirementsValid driver's licenseDisclaimerThe preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to this job. As such, it is not intended to contain all of the duties and qualifications required of an employee in a single position (job). Consequently, it is not to be perceived as a position (job) description or as identification of essential functions as required by ADA.*By submitting your application you are indicating that you have read the above position description of the job for which you are being recommended. In addition, you are indicating that you are aware of the essential duties of the position and that you can perform the essential functions of the job. You agree to perform each of the duties identified on this job description and understand that failure to perform any of the duties may lead to reprimand up to and including dismissal by the Craven County Schools Board of Education.*In compliance with Federal Law, Craven County Schools administers all education programs, employment activities and admissions without discrimination against any person on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age or disability.