MAINTENANCE - Trades; Carpenter @ Maintenance Department

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated and responsible individual to join our team as a School District Carpenter. The carpenter will play a crucial role in maintaining, repairing, and constructing building components to ensure safe, functional, and well‑maintained facilities for students, staff, and visitors. This position involves performing a variety of carpentry and general maintenance duties to support the overall operation and appearance of school district properties.

• Must possess a valid Washington State driver’s license with a safe driving record.
• Must possess or be able to obtain CPR/First Aid certification.
• Must be able to communicate with district staff and public building users orally and in writing.
• Must be able to work effectively with staff and students.
• Must be able to work and communicate with the public and community groups using district facilities.
• Must be able to perform all essential job functions and meet all physical requirements.
• Must be willing to learn and apply new construction methods, materials, and techniques to improve efficiency and quality of work.
• Must be able to read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, and work orders.
• Must be able to read and understand hazardous material warning labels.
• Must be skilled in the use of carpentry tools and equipment or able to learn their proper use.
• Must be flexible in assignments and scheduling to accommodate facility needs and school events.
• Must have a proven record of punctuality and consistent attendance.
• Prior carpentry or construction experience required.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

• Perform carpentry work as assigned, including construction, installation, and repair of walls, doors, windows, flooring, cabinetry, furniture, and other building components.
• Measure, cut, shape, and assemble materials to complete projects according to specifications and district standards.
• Complete projects with appropriate finishes and final detailing to ensure a functional and professional result.
• Perform general building repairs and maintenance as needed.
• Assist with setup, modification, and repair of classrooms, offices, shops, gymnasiums, and other district facilities.
• Respond to work orders and maintenance requests in a timely and efficient manner.
• Perform repetitive tasks such as measuring, cutting, fastening, assembling, and installing materials.
• Ensure work areas are clean, safe, and organized during and after project completion.
• Assist with snow removal and site safety as required.
• Ensure building security when working on facilities.
• Work independently with a high degree of efficiency and attention to detail.
• Participate in site decision‑making processes as needed.
• Accept responsibility for assignments and outcomes.
• Work cooperatively with other staff; maintain positive and respectful working relationships.
• Maintain punctuality and regular attendance.
• Maintain district‑assigned email account; read and respond to messages regularly.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Be able to lift, carry, and place a 60‑pound object on a surface four feet off the ground.
• Be able to work on your feet for extended periods, including walking, climbing stairs, and working on ladders or scaffolding.
• General conditions include pushing, pulling, lifting, stooping, bending, kneeling, and reaching for extended periods.
• Be able to work in confined or awkward spaces such as under fixtures, in crawl spaces, or around building structures.
• Must be able to work in varying environments including indoors, outdoors, attics, basements, and in changing weather conditions.
• Must be able to work at different elevations to perform carpentry and maintenance tasks.
• Must be able to safely operate tools and equipment required for carpentry work.
• Must be able to perform outdoor duties such as snow removal and site support when required.

Position Type: Full‑Time
Salary: $34.04 to $38.45 per hour (Salary

Schedule:

Per P.S.E. Contract Schedule)
Starting Date: Immediately
Shift Time: 1:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. approx.
Hours per year: 8 hours/day, 260 days/year

The Moses Lake School District #161 does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, honorably discharged veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boys Scouts and other designated youth groups.

• Human Resources
  1620 S. Pioneer Way
  Moses Lake, WA 98837
• Phone: (509) 766‑2650
• Email: hr