Carpenter

Essential Functions

• Perform preventive and emergency repairs and installation in the field of rough and finished carpentry and carpentry‑related areas; prioritize tasks to allow for problems or emergency situations; refer problems that cannot be solved to immediate supervisor.
• Fabricate, repair, replace, install and finish cabinetry, countertops, laminating, bookshelves, chalkboards, tack boards, doors and other school‑related accessories; modify existing facilities through construction of walls, doorways, ceilings, duct chases and other assemblies; cut door windows, bevel and install hinges, locks and kickplates.
• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics and working drawings; prepare accurate material lists; perform field layouts.
• Be responsible for vehicle, vehicle inventory, materials, tools and record keeping necessary to satisfactorily complete assigned task(s).
• Supervise and delegate tasks to the Trades Helper as assigned; cooperate with coworkers and routinely report necessary information to immediate supervisor.
• Follow established safety practices in accordance with district policies, particularly as they apply to shop equipment and the spray booth.
• Participate in the preparation of specifications and the evaluation of competitive solicitations for lumber, carpentry accessories and equipment.
• Attendance at the work site is required to meet essential functions of the job.

Other Responsibilities

• Participate in professional development activities as required by the district.
• Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties; support district/department goals.
• Maintain a professional code of ethics and perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or General Education Diploma (GED).
• Three (3) years of verifiable carpentry experience and related technical training experience; cabinet making experience preferred.
• Valid Texas/New Mexico driver’s license; subject to the district’s drug and alcohol screening policy and regulation; must be insurable by the district’s auto liability insurance carrier.

Physical Demands

• Ability to lift, carry, push and/or pull up to fifty (50) pounds frequently.
• Work under all weather conditions.
• Adaptability to work a shift schedule and/or hours other than regularly assigned.
• Extended periods of walking, standing, bending, reaching, kneeling, stooping and lifting.

Required Documents

• High school diploma or General Education Diploma (GED).
• Valid Texas/New Mexico driver’s license.
• Documents may be attached to the application or brought to YISD Central Office, 9600 Sims Dr., El Paso, TX 79925.