Journey Carpenter

Job Title

Journey Carpenter

The Journey Carpenter plays a key role in fulfilling the district's construction and maintenance projects safely, within budget, and within established time frames. This role involves performing construction and carpentry activities within the schools to meet operational needs, executing necessary carpentry repairs or replacements to ensure optimal functionality. The Journey Carpenter will also provide guidance and training on proper usage and maintenance of carpentry features to both staff and end-users.

This position requires that all work be completed in compliance with safety standards, environmental regulations, and manufacturer specifications. To be successful in this role, the Journey Carpenter must have strong problem‑solving skills, attention to detail, the ability to work independently and as part of a team, and demonstrated commitment to providing excellent customer service.

• Salary Range: $67,485 - $75,293 annually
• Salary Schedule/Lane: 68/G
• Anticipated
  
  Start Date:
  
  02/02/2026
• Priority Screen Date: 01/07/2026
• Work Calendar: 242
• FTE: 1.0 (40 Hours per Week)
• Contract Status:
  Contract
• FLSA Status:
  Non‑Exempt
• Reports To:
  
  Area Supervisor
• Benefits:
  Eligible

• All positions require selected candidates to be fingerprinted and successfully pass a criminal background check.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of a technical training education/apprenticeship program in carpentry or a related field, or five (5) years of full‑time job‑related experience.
• Experience and ability to use carpentry equipment, hand tools, and power tools.
• Experience interpreting schematic diagrams, blueprints, sketches, building plans, and other specifications.
• Utah driver's license and evidence of insurability.
• Speak, read, write, present professionally, analyze, understand, and interpret written and verbal communications in English.
• Basic experience and proficiency using Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, etc.) and experience using data‑based software.

• Six (6) or more years of job‑related experience.
• Previous experience working for a school district or other public entity.
• Utah Construction Trades Licensure.
• Spanish or other language proficiency, including the ability to read, write, speak, and understand.

• Fabricate items (counters, temporary partitions, etc.) to modify and adapt facilities to specific needs; measure, cut, and shape wood, plastic, and other materials using hand tools, machines, and power saws.
• Install system component parts, playground, classroom, office equipment, doors, trim, and other facility components to maintain facilities in safe, comfortable, and effective operating conditions.
• Remodel office and workspace features (site surfaces, cabinets, storage systems, etc.), including building and repairing cabinetry, frameworks, floors, and other fixtures to ensure safe and efficient utilization of space.
• Repair various items, systems, and components (furniture, cabinets, floor tile, laminates, ceiling tile, etc.), to ensure that spaces are available for use and in a safe working condition.
• Set up scaffolding and use ladders safely to perform tasks above ground level.
• Move furniture and other materials at jobsites to protect from damage during project work; clean worksite debris and return worksites to operational order.
• Maintain tools and equipment to ensure that equipment is available and in a safe operating condition.
• Prepare and complete documentation such as work orders, reports, inventory orders, etc., to convey information and provide written support of work activities.
• Request equipment and supplies to maintain needed inventory and ensure availability of required items.
• Coordinate and communicate effectively with building administrators, custodians, and other trades to complete projects and work orders in an efficient and timely manner.
• Respond to emergency situations to resolve immediate safety concerns.
• Transport a variety of items (tools, equipment, supplies, etc.) to ensure the availability of needed materials and equipment at job sites.
• Perform routine…