Carpenter, Trades ​/ Skilled Labor

Position: Carpenter I
Position Type:
Maintenance/Custodial/Carpentry

Date Posted:
2/17/2026

Location:
Maintenance Department
TITLE: Carpenter I

QUALIFICATIONS: High school diploma or General Educational Development (FED) diploma. Experience in
the construction or remodeling of wooden structures, or in furniture repair, or
construction, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Some
aptitude for carpentry work demonstrated in prior work, school experience, or personal experience
activities.

REQUIREMENTS: Must be able to bend, push, pull, and lift at least 50 lbs.
Must be able to climb ladders.
Must have a current, valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
Must be able to operate power tools.

REPORTS TO: Carpentry Crew Leader

JOB GOAL: An employee in this class performs simple tasks in the field of carpentry. The
appearance and finish of work produced at this level are not critical. Examples of
such work are building and repairing frameworks, scaffolds, supports, and simple
wooden articles. The employee is given specific instructions for the 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.

ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLES OF WORK:

• Gathers materials to be used.
• Measures and marks materials for cutting
• Cuts and drills wood and other materials using hand and power tools.
• Joins materials with nails, screws, or glue.
• Checks the 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 ABILITIES

• Basic knowledge of the techniques and methods involved in performing carpentry work.
• Basic skills in the performance of duties relating to the carpentry trade.
• Ability to use and operate the various tools, machines, and instruments used in the fabrication and repair of a variety of wooden articles and equipment.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Physical strength sufficient to work at heavy manual labor for considerable periods of time.

Terms of Employment: 12-month work year/At Will Employee/FLSA Non-Exempt

Starting Salary and/or Grade: Grade 60:$34,790.76 - $48,686.88

Evaluation: Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with the provisions of the Board and local
policy on the evaluation of personnel.