Maintenance Locksmith/Carpenter

Ascension Parish School Board
Locksmith
Maintenance Foreman
The Locksmith will install, repair and maintain locks, and security systems. Performs various carpentry related functions to ensure that the School Board premises are properly maintained.
EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION - High School Diploma or its equivalent. Vocational/technical school training and apprenticeship preferred. Louisiana Contractor's License as a Carpenter or a passing score on the NOCTI assessment for carpenters.

• EXPERIENCE - 1-2 years of carpentry experience
• REQUIRED SKILLS - Extensive knowledge of locks, hardware, and access controls. Ability to read blueprints and building plans. Must have an excellent working knowledge of the tools/skills related to the field of carpentry.
• Must be physically cable of lifting 20lbs at times. This position is exposed to environmental extremes, chemicals, and fumes on a daily basis. Performs various related administrative accountabilities including, but not limited to, determining the requirements of the job (design, time and material acquisition,) purchasing materials and setting up the job site to include interaction with principals, teachers, facility managers and contractors.
• Installs locks, hardware, and security systems in existing buildings and new construction
• Assists in the design of the scheduled carpentry projects.
• Cuts new keys and makes duplicate keys.
• Cleans the job site upon the completion of the activity.
• Provides courteous and prompt service to all internal and external customers including students, parents, co-workers, etc. Identifies opportunities and recommends methods to improve service, work processes and financial performance, e.g. expense management. Assists in the implementation of quality improvement initiatives.