About this role
Ascension Parish School Board
Job Description
I. JOB TITLE
Carpenter
JOB TYPE
750
POSITION REPORTS TO
Maintenance Foreman
PAY GRADE
MNT-8
FLSA STATUS
Non-Exempt
ASSIGNMENT PERIOD
260 days
II. SUMMARY OF POSITION'S PURPOSE
Performs various carpentry related functions to ensure that the School Board premises are properly maintained.
III. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION – High School Diploma. Louisiana Contractor's License as a Carpenter or a passing score on the NOCTI assessment for Carpenters.
- EXPERIENCE – 1-2 years of carpentry experience
- SKILLS – Must have an excellent working knowledge of the tools/skills related to the field of carpentry.
- OTHER REQUIREMENTS – Must be physically capable of lifting in excess of 25 pounds on a continual basis. This position requires sustained manual dexterity with close mental/visual attention and the ability to perform job functions in a standing position for a majority of the work day. This position is exposed to environmental extremes, chemicals and fumes on a daily basis. This position requires the ability to perform climbing activities.
IV. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Performs various carpentry 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 jobsite to include interaction with principals, teachers, janitors and contractors.
- Performs interior and exterior carpentry functions to include the repair and/or building of windows, doors, floors, walls, ceilings, doors, roofs and walkways..
- Assists in the design of the scheduled carpentry projects.
- Provides courteous and prompt service to all internal and external customers including students, parents, co-workers, etc. Prioritizes and addresses requests and assignments in a professional manner to develop cooperative relationships and to ensure that student and employee records confidentiality is assured.
- 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.
- Assists co-workers in the completion of tasks and assignments to ensure continuity of service. Orients new co-workers and actively supports teamwork throughout the school system.
- Cleans the jobsite upon the completion of the activity.
- Performs other services as required.
NOTE: This job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive listing of all duties and responsibilities. The Ascension Parish School Board reserves the right to change this description at its discretion.