Position: Carpenter I

Position Summary:

Under the direction of the Carpentry Master Foreman, the Carpenter I will perform skilled carpentry work of a journeyman level in rough and finished buildings.  An employee in this class performs skilled work involving responsibility for efficient and workmanlike performance.  The work is usually performed under the supervision of a Carpenter Foremen.  The Carpenter I position can be assisted by Trades Helpers and Apprentices. 

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Makes and repairs cabinets, desks, tables and other office furniture;
• Makes and repairs partitions, complete covering with dry wall and paneling;
• Applies spackling to seams and nail heads;
• Installs ceilings;
• Makes and repairs screens;
• Builds forms for pouring concrete;
• Operates woodworking machinery;
• Constructs small buildings and additions;
• Oversees the work of Apprentices and Trades Helpers;
• Enters materials, labor hours, status and details of work done into online work order management system;
• Contributes to the evaluation process of employees; including progressive discipline; and
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Good knowledge of the common practices, tools, terminology and safety precautions of the trade;
• Ability to estimate time and materials as needed;
• Ability to operate common woodworking machinery;
• Ability to lay out work for self and others;
• Ability to rig and work from scaffolds;
• Knowledge of technology (computer and/or mobile device) to enter materials, labor hours, status and details of the work done into the online work order management system;
• Possession of an appropriate and valid Maryland Motor Vehicle Operator’s License with driving record indicating five (5) or fewer current points of which no more than three (3) shall have been accumulated as a result of traffic violations while operating a Board of Education vehicle; and
• Deemed as essential personnel, and may be required to work day, night or weekend hours to meet the operational needs of the department.

Education and/or Experience Requirements:

High school diploma, GED, or completion of trade school program required; with some experience as a carpenter; supplemented by completion of training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skill and abilities.

Certification:

None required.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing duties of this job, the employee must have the strength and dexterity to perform all required tasks including the ability to climb a 40' vertical ladder, work from scaffolding and a bucket truck, the ability to lift and carry a minimum of 80 lbs., work in cramped interior spaces, and the ability to do extensive walking, bending, stooping, crawling and kneeling in the course of completing daily work assignments. The employee is required to maintain sustained physical effort and some exposure to dust, dirt, chemical solutions, solvents, odors, and adverse weather conditions.

Working Environment:

The work environment characteristics are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job.

Additional Information:

None.