CARPENTER L2

Denver Public Schools•Denver, CO

3d•$31 - $33

About The Position

The Carpenter L2 (Journeyman) constructs, erects, installs, and repairs structures and fixtures made from various materials in accordance with local building codes. The role performs repair and construction work across District facilities, including framing, sub-flooring, ceilings, doors, windows, cabinetry, and other fixtures. It evaluates and diagnoses repairs, uses blueprints and applicable building codes and standards, and helps maintain safe job sites. The position also cross-trains as an apprentice in at least one other trade, assists with snow removal on a 24-hour on-call basis, and responds to emergencies 24 hours a day, seven days a week. The position is represented by an employee association (bargaining unit). Applicants must live and work with a permanent home address in Colorado while employed. Applications will be received until November 10, 2026; if the position is not filled by then, applications submitted after the deadline may be considered.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Four years of experience required for L2.
Must have and maintain a valid Colorado Driver's License and meet District insurability standards.
Lead for racial and educational excellence and work to dismantle systems of oppression and inequity in the community, while believing in and supporting all students so they feel seen and heard and have access to high-quality education.
Live and work with a permanent home address in Colorado while working for the District.
Ability, with or without accommodations, to meet the physical demands of the position.

Responsibilities

Installs and repairs structures and fixtures using a variety of materials.
Demolishes walls and doorways and reconstructs or installs new framework.
Marks, shapes, assembles, and fastens work materials; verifies repair accuracy using related tools.
Repairs and constructs District sub-flooring.
Frames and constructs walls and doorways using drywall and wood or steel stud framing.
Installs or repairs cabinets, partition walls, and stairs.
Applies shock-absorbing, sound-deadening, and decorative paneling to ceilings and walls; repairs and installs ceilings.
Fits and installs prefabricated window frames, doors, doorframes, weather stripping, interior and exterior trim, finish hardware, and locks.
Installs or repairs white boards, chalk boards, tack strips, hand rails, coat racks, and countertops.
Evaluates, diagnoses, modifies, and performs repairs using blueprints and in consideration of building codes and standards.
Performs work and cross-trains in at least one other trade as an apprentice.
Reviews work orders, prioritizes work, determines required supplies, and purchases supplies using the District purchase order system.
Prepares and cleans up job sites with consideration for the safety of self and others, and disposes of waste and flammable materials.
Assists with snow removal efforts on a 24-hour on-call basis.
Responds to emergencies 24 hours a day, seven days a week.