Foreman, Carpenter

POSITION: Carpenter Foreman
EXEMPT STATUS: Non-Exempt
NUMBER OF DAYS: 260
PAY GRADE: Aux PG-8

DIVISION:

DEPARTMENT: School Plant Services
REPORTS TO: Director of Facility Design

SUPERVISES:

EDUCATION:

EXPERIENCE:

Position Function/Purpose

ROLE AND PURPOSE:

The Supervision of all work orders pertaining to the carpentry department and assist others in

the department and completing their work. Conduct the day to day operations of the districts

• carpentry construction and repair projects at an acceptable safe operational level.
• Work directly with the Maintenance Operations Supervisor in scheduling the repairs and modifications

and new construction of all district property.

2. Estimate and secure materials for carpentry department.

3. Maintain records and schedule of jobs completed within the carpentry department.

4. Communicate with administrators to coordinate schedules for the least amount of disturbance.

5. Assist Administrative Supervisors in finding solutions to personnel problems.

6. Monitor quality and quantity of work done by carpentry department.

7. Keep supervisor informed on all projects with work order status.

8. Assist other departments with related work or projects when needed or as directed.

9. Must be able to work within or outside a building structure as directed to install new construction

projects or make general carpentry and roofing repairs.

10. Must be able to efficiently work with a construction maintenance team or on an individual basis as

directed.

11. Must be willing to follow instructions and be flexible to changes in work assignments.

12. Must be knowledgeable in various construction trades and their relationship with general construction

trade.

13. Follow and enforce the rules and regulations of the School Plant Services Department and the

Midland Independent School District

14. Once assigned coordinate and inspect the design; installation, and quality control of contracted services for carpentry and roofing projects

15. Provide preliminary evaluation comments for all carpentry staff to the maintenance operations supervisor for consideration of employee performance appraisals

16. Maintain and process carpentry and roofing work orders, invoices, budget schedules and other

production records for the carpentry department

17. As assigned, shall serve on the rotating 24-hour emergency on call deeper service for School

Plant Services

18. Perform other duties and task as assigned by the Maintenance Operations Supervisor or Executive

Director of School Plant Services
Qualification Requirements

Minimum Certification/Education:

1. High School Diploma or GED

2. Valid Texas Driver License and acceptable driving record; must adhere to Midland ISD’s

vehicle safety and use program

Special Knowledge/Skills:

1. General knowledge of carpentry skills and techniques

2. General mechanical knowledge and aptitude

3. Proven ability to manage a group of people

4. Ability to plan and budget projects

5. Background and experience in construction or general maintenance repairs including carpentry, welding, masonry, roofing, etc.

6. Project a positive attitude among other district personnel, and demonstrate a willingness to work

7. Possess a working knowledge and ability to read construction blue line print drawing sand other

construction related documents

8. Familiar with the rules and codes and building regulation set forth by local city building codes

9. General computer knowledge

Minimum Experience:

• Two years prior experience as a carpenter
• Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations will be made if necessary while performing the duties of this job.

1. Heavy Lifting

2. Reaching above shoulder

3. Walking

4. Standing

5. Repeated Bending

6. Climbing

7. Use of fingers

Regular attendance required.

Equipment used

1. Hammer, saw, and other standard carpentry tools

2. Power saw, table saws, drill press and other standard shop tools

3. Skill saw, drills and other standard hand power tools

4. MISD vehicle, pickup, van or similar assigned vehicle

5. Office computer and district supported software

Work Environment

The environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

1. Outside and Inside

2. Dirt, sawdust, glues, solvents

3. Electrical energy

4. Working on ladder's, Scaffolding and Lifts

5. Working in tight concealed spaces, attics, tunnels etc.

• Protracted or irregular hours of work
• The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive description of all work requirements and responsibilities. Additionally, the minimum level of education noted as a requirement could be supplemented by commensurate experience and/or certification(s) as determined by the hiring manager.