Johnston County Public Schools

Job Description

POSITION: Carpenter II

LOCATION: Facility Services

SALARY: Pay Grade 61

REPORTS TO: Carpentry Foreman

TERM OF EMPLOYMENT: Full time - 12 Months

JOB GOAL: Perform a variety of general carpentry, maintenance, and repair work on the school district’s buildings and grounds in order to enhance the instructional environment.

KNOWLEDGE AND ATTRIBUTES:

• Someone who is reliable, possesses a strong work ethic with self motivation, and is experienced in general carpentry, maintenance, and repair work. 
• Working knowledge, experience, and expertise in the care, maintenance, safe use, and operation of carpentry tools and equipment.
• Knowledge of OSHA regulations, safety hazards, and safety practices.
• Knowledge of building, fire, and life safety codes and regulations for school facilities. 
• Knowledge and use of computers, including Google applications such as Gmail.

• Demonstrates a commitment to continuous improvement; support and exhibit organizational core values of caring, respect, integrity, dependability, responsibility, being customer driven, and valuing diversity.

• Must be able to communicate effectively orally and in writing and establish and maintain positive working relationships with all school personnel. 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Works under the supervision of the Carpentry Foreman and Building Supervisor to maintain and repair JCPS facilities. 
• Perform general carpentry to make repairs or alterations to roof, gutters, downspouts, stairways, partitions, doors, windows, screens, etc. 
• Select lumber to cut and trim to size, and other appropriate work according to oral or written specifications. 

• Properly operate, adjust, and maintain power tools and equipment. 

• Replace glass in doors and windows. 

• Build and repair doors, tables, chairs, and desks. 

• Perform work involving the following duties: repair blinds; install and/or remove white boards and cork boards; assist in changing fluorescent light tubes; and repair or renovate acoustical ceiling grid and ceiling tile.

• Inspect buildings to determine the need for repairs or alterations; interpret and/or draw sketches or layouts to complete a project. 

• Perform heavy tasks for considerable periods of time. 

• Must be able to work independently or in teams as required.

• Must be able to work overtime, on call rotation, and/or alternate shifts when necessary for emergencies, adverse weather conditions, and unforeseen circumstances. Position may assist with snow and ice removal or flood mitigation under the direction of a supervisor.
• Adhere to all rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• At all times perform work in a safe manner for yourself and those around you. Maintain a safe and clean working environment with all appropriate or necessary equipment to alert anyone to any type of safety concerns that could potentially cause injury.
• Ability to meet schedules and timelines.
• Ability to make appropriate decisions without the assistance from the immediate supervisor. 
• Be motivated to produce a high quality work product.
• Ability to respond as needed to assist with emergency situations.
• Performs other duties and accepts responsibilities as assigned.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to walk or stand for extended periods of time.
• Exhibit dexterity of hands and fingers to operate and use a variety of carpentry tools and equipment. 
• Must be physically able to operate a variety of machinery and equipment.
• Must be able to physically perform the basic life operational functions of grasping, kneeling, sitting, walking, stooping, reaching, lifting, pushing, talking, seeing, hearing, and repetitive motion.
• Ability to walk up and down steps in a building.
• Ability to carry, place, climb, and work on ladders of varying heights.
• Must be able to climb and regularly work from ladders, scissor lifts, aerial lifts, and scaffolding.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds on occasion and 30 pounds repetitively.
• Must be able to work in confined spaces. 
• Must be able to work in outdoor environments, both hot and cold.

ACCEPTABLE TRAINING AND SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma or GED from regionally or nationally accredited institutions.

• One year of varied experience as a journey level carpenter and completion of a recognized apprenticeship in carpentry.
• Minimum of three years of varied carpentry experience preferred.
• Possession of a valid North Carolina driver’s license.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, teachers, students, administrators, community leaders, agency representatives, and others.
• Must be adaptable to performing under stress and when confronted with emergency situations.

• Must be able to work flexible hours as needed to perform the duties of the position.

DEADLINE: Until filled

Primary Location: Facility Services

Salary Range: Per Month

Shift Type: Full-time

Johnston County Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in the employment or promotion of employees on the basis of gender, race, religion, age, national origin or disability.

DISCLAIMER: The above statements are intended to describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this position. They are not intended to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and skills that may be required of the employees assigned to this position. This description may be revised by the supervisor, with Human Resources review and approval, at any time.