Carpenter - Akron Public Schools

City of Akron•Akron, OH

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Carpenter maintains Akron Public Schools buildings and provides a safe, functional environment for students and staff. The position performs skilled construction, alteration, repair, and maintenance work on buildings, structures, furniture, and educational equipment, and safely operates and maintains carpentry tools and equipment. The role may work independently, delegate and supervise work, coordinate with school personnel and other departments, and interact with students, staff, parents, customers, and the public. Work includes carpentry and related tasks such as framing, cabinet work, furniture repair and finishing, installing flooring and ceiling tile, repairing roofs, building concrete block forms, and servicing mechanical gym equipment. The Carpenter also maintains shop equipment, orders supplies, prepares project plans and estimates, completes reports, and performs related duties assigned by the Carpenter Foreman. This is a classified position filled through a competitive examination. The selection process weights the competitive examination at 70%, education at 20%, and experience at 10%. Candidates must meet the stated qualifications at the time of examination and appointment.

Requirements

High school graduation or GED.
At least three years of paid experience in the carpentry trade as it relates to building maintenance, including paid experience operating power equipment used in the trade.
Valid State of Ohio Driver’s License.
Ability to communicate ideas and directives clearly and effectively, orally and in writing, and to listen actively.
Ability to problem-solve, work independently, and work effectively with others and the general public.
Skill in concrete flat footer and foundation completion, block laying, floor, sidewall and rafter framing, basic carpentry math, plastic laminating, and residential roofing.
Ability to use hand and power tools safely.
Ability to read and understand verbal and written instructions, warnings, and labels, and to interpret schematics, diagrams, and blueprints.
Knowledge of carpentry methods, standard practices, occupational hazards, and trade safety precautions.
Skill in using the tools, machinery, and equipment of the trade.
Knowledge of carpentry materials, including the ability to inspect lumber for grade, quality, and use.
Must meet the qualifications and requirements at the time of examination and appointment and obtain a passing score on the competitive examination to receive credit for education and experience.

Responsibilities

Maintain Akron Public Schools buildings and help ensure a safe, functional environment for students and staff.
Repair, build, modify, retrofit, erect, or dismantle structures and educational equipment.
Perform skilled carpentry work on floors, roofs, stairways, partitions, doors, windows, screens, fixtures, furniture, and drywall.
Set up and operate woodworking and power carpentry equipment safely; maintain, lubricate, and repair shop equipment.
Install, rebuild, or repair educational equipment, including chalkboards, bulletin boards, gym equipment, library furniture, desks, lockers, floor tile, and acoustic ceiling tile.
Build concrete block forms and perform related masonry tasks.
Install and repair mechanical gym equipment such as bleachers, backboards, and exercise devices.
Repair furniture, apply plastic laminate, perform cabinet work, and apply finishes to repaired furniture.
Repair roof leaks and prepare roof surfaces for waterproof coatings.
Grade lumber for appropriate use and fulfill carpentry material requests.
Erect scaffolding and prepare irregular scaffolding as required.
Meet with prospective customers about skill-development projects and meet with the advisory committee to implement recommendations.
Order building and carpentry supplies and materials; prepare plans and project estimates; and construct needed school items.
Prepare required reports for the supervisor and maintain accurate and complete records.
Maintain professional competence, attend required meetings and seminars, and follow precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
Interact cooperatively and professionally with school personnel, students, parents, customers, and the public; respond appropriately to routine questions and requests.
Delegate and supervise work when appropriate and supervise employees of lower grade.
Work on long-range tool maintenance and replacement projects, crate machinery for shipment, and perform related duties assigned by the Carpenter Foreman.
Interact with the superintendent and/or board of education and present information as requested.