Construction Carpenter - Immediate Hire

Maintenance CarpenterUnder 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 conditions.Qualifications:High school diploma or GEDValid Texas driver's licenseKnowledge of equipment, materials, methods, practices, and tools used in carpentryAbility to use hand and power toolsAbility to follow written and verbal instructionsAbility to read blueprints and diagramsAbility to measure and perform mathematical calculationsAbility to work independentlyMajor Responsibilities and Duties: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.Fabricate, repair, and replace doors, windows, flooring, ceiling materials, glass building hardware, screens, plastic laminate, etc.Construct and repair outdoor equipment including playground equipment, fences, gates, bleachers, etc.Detect needed repairs on buildings, grounds, and equipment by following established inspection procedures.Replace, repair, and finish furniture, cabinets, fixtures, woodwork, etc.Assist with the installation and moving of portable buildings including constructing steps and installing underpinning.Receive and complete work orders.Maintain accurate records on material and labor used.Inspect jobs upon completion and ensure areas are clean and remove scraps and lumbers as needed.Work with building principals and supervisors to complete projects.Respond to emergency calls as needed.Perform preventive maintenance on tools and equipment.Operate tools and equipment according to established safety procedures.Ensure that equipment is in safe operating condition.Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties including lifting and climbing.Correct unsafe conditions in the work area and report any conditions that are not correctable to the supervisor immediately.Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:Tools/Equipment Used: Garden tools; small hand tools; power tools; heavy equipment including backhoe, tractor, grader; and power mower; light truck or vanPosture: Frequent standing, kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting; work in tiring and uncomfortable positionsMotion: Frequent walking, grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/extension, and overhead reaching; frequent drivingLifting: Heavy lifting and carrying (45 pounds and over) on a daily basisEnvironment: Work outside, on slippery or uneven walking surfaces; frequent exposure to extreme hot and cold temperatures, dust, noise, vibration; exposure to chemical (herbicides and fertilizer) and electrical hazards; work around machinery with moving parts; may work alone; regularly work irregular hours; occasional prolonged hours; frequent district wide travelMental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress