Carpenter, Trades ​/ Skilled Labor

Position

Carpenter

Coordinator of Building & Grounds

The position is accountable for performing skilled woodworking duties in the construction, alteration and repair of structures, buildings, fixtures, equipment and other articles made of wood and similar material.

• Construct, install, maintain, and repair woodwork such as cabinets, bookcases, shelves, doors, window frames, partitions, and furniture, matching materials for color, grain, and texture.
• Repair window sashes, replace hardware and glass, and perform related carpentry tasks.
• Fabricate and repair furnishings including shelving, work tables, and counters.
• Install, maintain, repair, and replace door locks, hinges, latches, closures, and other door hardware.
• Work with various materials including wood, drywall, metal studs, and sashes.
• Perform carpentry work in compliance with City of Worcester Building Codes and standard trade practices.
• Measure, saw, square, sand, fit, and fasten materials to complete assignments successfully.
• Plan, organize and lay out tasks; interpret plans, diagrams, blueprints, sketches and specifications; perform tasks from verbal and written instructions and work orders.
• Estimate material requirements from drawings, blueprints, or written instructions.
• Perform maintenance on shop equipment and tools.
• Assess labor, material and equipment needed for assigned projects; monitor inventory levels of materials and equipment.
• Assist in post-construction inspections, project planning and evaluation, and coordination or work with other trades.
• Receive and respond to work orders, ensuring compliance with building, health, and safety codes; maintain accurate records of work performed including labor and materials using the district's computerized maintenance management software (CMMS); and complete and close out CMMS work orders appropriately.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

• Minimum 5-8 years full-time experience as a carpenter.
• High School Diploma or G.E.D. Certificate.
• Valid Massachusetts State driver’s license.
• CORI/SORI Background check must be passed.
• Valid Massachusetts riggers license.

• Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 lbs.
• Required to work at heights or in narrow spaces to service equipment.
• Required to stand for prolonged periods.
• Periodically required to lift and carry heavy supplies or equipment.
• Occasionally required to wear protective clothing.
• Occasionally required to work outdoors in inclement weather.
• Must be available to respond to emergency calls after hours.
• Requires travel between work sites within the city.
• Works in all weather conditions, at heights and in enclosed spaces with limited access.
• Availability to work overtime, including weekends, as necessary.
• Basic computer knowledge for time entry, preventative maintenance and work orders.
• Good verbal and written communication.

Salary:
See Salary Schedule.

Work Year: 12 months.

Work Day: 1:30 p.m. – 10:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, plus overtime.

Full-time.

Support Staff >
Maintenance.

The Worcester Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer/Educational Institution and does not discriminate regardless of race, color, ancestry, sex, gender, age, religion, national origin, gender identity or expression, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy or a related condition, veteran status or homelessness. The Worcester Public Schools provides equal access to employment and the full range of general, occupational and vocational education programs.

For more information relating to Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action contact the Human Resource Manager, 20 Irving Street, Worcester, MA 01609, .