Carpenter/Locksmith

Des Moines Public School District • Des Moines, IA

3d

About The Position

Carries out the policies and procedures set forth by facility management. Is skilled in all technical aspects of job and is able to perform tasks as well as supervise others. Including but not limited to: general construction, installation of wood and tile floors, door checks, installation of shop equipment, and locks. The essential functions as shown below represent only the key areas of responsibility; specific position requirements will vary depending on the needs of the facility services department.

Requirements

• High School Diploma, HiSET, or GED
• Minimum four years training/experience
• Valid Driver’s License and vehicle access for daily travel
• Effective verbal and written communication skills with strong command of the English Language
• Organization, problem solving andprioritizing skills
• Maintain good working relationships with co-workers
• Ability to work independently with little supervision
• Operation of numerous hand and electric tools and equipment
• Broad range of experience in carpentry and locksmith skills, including the installation of interior finishes and office furniture
• Ability to read blueprints and calculate materials
• On call 24 hours for emergency situations
• Competency working in a culturally diverse environment or the willingness to acquire these skills

Responsibilities

• Provide prompt, courteous, and excellent service.
• Perform carpenter related tasks which include the building, installing, and removing items from district facilities as determined by the carpenter foreman.
• Install interior building finishes (i.e.: door hardware, ceiling tile, carpet and floor tile)
• Repair and weld metal tables, chairs, and other items within the district as needed.
• Install office furniture.
• Perform typical locksmith tasks as determined by the carpenter foreman.
• Complete assigned tasks in a timely manner.
• Attend work on a prompt and regular basis.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Maintain satisfactory and harmonious working relationships with the public, students, and other employees.
• Assist with all other duties as assigned.
• Attend work on a prompt and regular basis.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Maintain satisfactory and harmonious working relationships with the public, students, and other employees.
• Assist with other duties as may be assigned

Benefits

• All candidates offered a position will be required to successfully pass a criminal background check, and a child and adult abuse registry check.
• Certain positions may require fingerprinting, a drug and alcohol test, a physical capacity test and/or a motor vehicle record check.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED