Terms of Employment: 12 months/ 234 days per year. Salary is at the Auxiliary Pay Plan - Pay Grade Aux 5 on the EISD Compensation Plan. Entry level rate of pay is $17.82/hour with additional consideration based upon directly related experience.

Primary Purpose:
Under general supervision, perform skilled work in construction, alteration, repair, and installation of fixtures, buildings, and structures throughout the district. Maintain district structures and furniture in attractive and safe condition.

NOTE: Applicant must have satisfactory outcome of fingerprinting background check. Non-refundable fee (approximately $50.00) paid by applicant.

Qualifications:
Education/Certification: 

• High school diploma or GED equivalent (recognized by the Texas Education Agency or a regional accrediting agency)
• Valid Texas Driver’s License with a good driving record and must meet and maintain liability coverage eligibility

Experience:

• Five (5) years experience as skilled carpenter

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Knowledge of equipment, materials, methods, practices, and tools used in carpentry
• Ability to use hand and power tools
• Ability to follow written and verbal instruction
• Ability to read blueprints and diagrams
• Ability to measure and perform mathematical computations
• Ability to work independently

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Maintenance and Repair

1. Plan and complete construction of cabinets, shelves, and partitions from initial layout to assembly using oral instructions, plans, specifications, blueprints, and work orders.
2. Select material and hardware and make time and materials estimates.
3. Fabricate, repair, and replace doors, windows, flooring, ceiling materials, glass, building hardware, screens, plastic laminate, etc.
4. Construct and repair outdoor equipment including playground equipment, fences, gates, bleachers, etc.
5. Detect needed repairs on buildings, grounds, and equipment by following established inspection procedures.
6. Replace, repair, and finish furniture, cabinets, fixtures, woodwork, etc.
7. Assist with the installation and moving of portable buildings, including constructing steps, installing underpinning, etc.
8. Receive and complete work orders.
9. Maintain accurate records on material and labor used.
10. Maintain inventory of district-owned tools, equipment, and materials.
11. Inspect jobs upon completion and ensure areas are clean and remove scraps and lumber as needed.
12. Work with building principals and supervisors to complete projects.
13. Respond to emergency calls as needed.
14. Other duties as assigned - in the best interest of the district.

Safety

1. Perform preventive maintenance on tools and equipment.
2. Operate tools and equipment according to established safety procedures.
3. Ensure that equipment is in safe operating condition.
4. Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties, including lifting, climbing, etc.
5. Correct unsafe conditions in work area and report any conditions that are not correctable to supervisor immediately.

Supervisory Responsibilities:
None.

Equipment Used:
Power saw, planer, drill press, sander, band saw, table saw, radial arm saw, nail gun, air compressor, other power equipment, measuring devices, and light truck or van.

Working Conditions:
Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
Frequent walking, standing, climbing, stooping, bending, kneeling, and reaching, heavy lifting and carrying. Work in tiring and uncomfortable positions; outside and inside; on slippery or uneven walking surfaces, ladders, and scaffolding; and around machinery with moving parts. Exposure to hot and cold temperatures, excessive noises, fumes, and toxic chemicals. Frequent districtwide travel.