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Master Carpenter - Buildings and Grounds

Job in Seaford, Sussex County, Delaware, 19973, USA
Listing for: Seaford School District
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-02-16
Job specializations:
  • Construction
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 60000 USD Yearly USD 60000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent, and demonstrated work experience with emphasis on electrical, carpentry, and/or mechanical
  • Demonstrated ability to read, write, and do simple mathematics
  • Approved certificates or successful time-in-trade for maintenance-related fields
  • Ability to qualify for State of Delaware maintenance worker certificate including 120 class hours in custodial training programs
  • Valid driver's license
  • Excellent work history
  • Demonstrated aptitude and competence for assigned responsibilities
  • Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions
  • Ability to physically lift up to at least 50 pounds
  • Demonstrated trustworthiness, honesty, and dependability
  • Ability to work independently and without close supervision
  • Demonstrated attitude of congeniality with strong interpersonal skills in dealing with students and adults
  • Ability to work a flexible work schedule
  • Neat and clean personal and professional appearance on the job
Essential Functions And Responsibilities
  • Follow all rules, policies and procedures of Seaford School District, along with state and federal regulations pertaining to school/department issues and as required by Maintenance Operations.
  • Perform difficult and highly responsible activities associated with contracting and subsequent administration of projects for construction, consulting, program management, and other services in maintaining building facilities and equipment.
  • Perform advanced carpentry work including framing, finish carpentry, cabinetry, trim, doors, windows, and custom builds
  • Participate in construction engineering budget preparation and administration; prepare cost estimates for budget recommendations; submit justifications for materials and labor; monitor and control expenditures on construction projects.
  • Receive assignments in the form of general objectives to be achieved in the contracting and project administrations process, and exercise initiative and judgment in carrying highly detailed issues through to completion.
  • Evaluate construction engineering operations, schedules and activities for renovations; recommend improvements and modifications; prepare various reports on operations and activities.
  • Inspect completed work for quality, accuracy and durability
  • Participate in the development and administration of engineering services and program management to ensure provisions are clear and consistent with specifications; review design and plans of renovation projects; assists with drafting new requirements as needed; coordinate activities and inspect projects for compliance with plans and specifications; prepare reports related to the status of construction, compliance with budgets and with approved project schedules.
  • Maintain compliance with federal, state and local laws, rules, codes and regulations related to construction engineering.
  • Ensure compliance with City of Seaford and State of Delaware building codes, OSHA safety regulations, and District standards
  • Coordinate with project managers, architects, engineers, and other trades
  • Attend pre-award negotiations with proposed contractors to create and maintain a record of negotiation discussions and agreements.
  • Use written and oral communication skills to interact with managers, staff, contractors, consultants, government officials, and the community; read and interpret complex data and documents.
  • Plan and execute complex carpentry projects form start to finish
  • Prepare and submit, to the Chief of Buildings and Grounds weekly projects' summary reports.
  • Perform related duties and responsibilities as requested by the Chief of Buildings and Grounds.
  • Knowledge,

    Skills And Abilities
    • Demonstrate functional knowledge of principles, practices, and methods used in the construction trade, public agency purchasing, public sector budget development and administration, and sound business communication.
    • Demonstrate functional knowledge of basic principles of construction including federal, state, and local laws and regulations governing construction of building facilities.
    • Demonstrate functional knowledge of office and records management practices and procedures.
    • Demonstrate functional knowledge of organization, policies and procedures relating to the administration of the Seaford School District
    • Interpret blueprints, architectural drawings, and specifications
    • Ability to plan, organize and integrate a variety of technical and administrative support services and activities.
    • Ability to read, interpret, enforce and manage construction contract documents and architectural and engineering building designs.
    • Ability to evaluate project documents and make sound recommendations for improvement.
    • Knowledge of pertinent federal, state and local laws, codes and regulations related to building construction.
    • Knowledge of principals, methods, and practices of construction management
    • Ability to perform complicated cost calculations and prepare clear, concise, and comprehensive reports and written materials while maintaining complete, comprehensive project records…
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