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JOB TITLE: CARPENTER

CLASSIFICATION: VI

REPORTS TO: Manager(s) of Custodial Services

FLSA STATUS: _Exempt X Non-Exempt

STATUS: X Full Time _Part Time

X Hourly ___Salary

BASIC FUNCTION: The job of “Carpenter” is for the purpose of providing maintenance and/or new construction to indoor and outdoor facilities at a standard that will insure a safe, attractive, efficient and clean environment for the students of the Cedar Falls Community Schools. Incumbent may be required to substitute in the absence of other skilled crafts personnel.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Repairs/replaces surfaces such as walls, floors, ceilings, door & window frames, exterior brick or siding and metal work at various facilities throughout the district.

• Constructs and installs cabinetry, countertops, shelving, white boards, tack boards and other items for classroom instruction and makes repairs for same.

• Maintains operable and fixed windows & doors such as glass repairs, hinges, door closers, levers and knobs along with locks as well as coordinates with outside contractors for repairs when necessary.

• Makes repairs to all district furniture such as tables, desks, chairs, filing cabinets, projection screens, windows blinds and shades, etc.

• Inspects roofs throughout district and makes minor repairs to flashings, coping, roof membranes, drains, caulking, etc. and reports major concerns to Manager(s) of Custodial Services.

• Performs work order tasks as required to completion and files appropriate paperwork with Maintenance Office.

• Conforms to all laws, policies and practices of safety in the workplace.

• Procures materials and supplies for completion of tasks according to approved district guidelines.

• Transports district equipment and supplies as necessary between facilities owned by the district.

• Operates mechanical equipment including, but not limited to, mowers, vehicles, tractors, skid loaders and snow removal equipment.

• Operates hand held power equipment including, but not limited to saws, drills, grinders along with hand tools required for each task.

• Performs cleanup tasks after completion of projects.

• Monitors inventories of supplies necessary to complete tasks.

• Setup/tear down of scaffolding or lifts as required for each task.

• Assist with snow removal/plowing.

• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

In order to perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty in a satisfactory manner. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• Experience Required: High School diploma or general education degree (GED) and one year of job related experience in institutional building maintenance or related trade.

• Skills to operate hand and power tools used in institutional applications and perform basic math to calculate measurements, quantities, etc and to interpret plans, blueprints and/or schematics as required.

• Knowledge of methods and use of materials, tools and equipment used in institutional maintenance functions while applying standards for safe use of equipment.

• Ability to stand/walk or sit/ride for prolonged periods and frequently climb, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, push/pull and reach with arms. The employee must be able to talk/hear effectively, work independently with minimal supervision, perform a variety of tasks, understand and carry out oral and written instructions. The employee must possess the desire to work cooperatively and collaboratively with co-workers, demonstrate initiative, be flexible as well as provide attention to detail. Significant physical abilities include lifting/carrying/pushing/pulling, reaching/handling/fingering, near visual acuity/depth perception. Must be able to wear an OSHA approved respirator as determined by the District, to perform duties which may require physical exertion above normal levels, for sustained and or repeated periods of time.

• Licenses, Certifications, Bonding, and or Testing Required: Valid Iowa Driver’s License. Completion of Supervisor/Contractor certification in handling of asbestos. Pass written and manipulative testing along with completion of 2 week trial period (for current staff.) Successful completion of orientation classes. All certifications must be completed within 24 months from date of hire.

LANGUAGE SKILLS:

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.

REASONING ABILITY:

Employee must be able to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form. Incumbent must possess ability to demonstrate good judgment in decision making and to seek proper counsel when in doubt.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• In an eight-hour day employee may:

• Stand/Walk { } None { } 1-4 hrs { } 4-6 hrs {x} 6-8 hrs

• Sit { } None { } 1-3 hrs { } 3-5 hrs {x} 5-8 hrs

• Drive { } None { } 1-3 hrs { } 3-5 hrs {x} 5-8 hrs

• Employee may use hands for repetitive: {x} Single Grasping {x} Pushing & Pulling {x} Fine Manipulation

• Employee may use feet for repetitive movement as in operating foot controls: {x} Yes { } No

• Employee may need to:

• Bend {x} Frequently { } Occasionally { } Not at all

• Squat {x} Frequently { } Occasionally { } Not at all

• Climb Stairs {x} Frequently { } Occasionally { } Not at all

• Lift {x} Frequently { } Occasionally { } Not at all

• Lifting:

{ } Sedentary Work: Lift or move 10 pounds occasionally with frequent sitting and occasional standing/walking.

{ } Light Work: Lift or move 20 pounds occasionally with occasional sitting and frequent standing/walking.

{x} Medium Work: Lift or move 50 pounds occasionally, 25 pounds frequently with occasional sitting and frequent standing/walking.

{ } Medium Heavy Work: Lift or move 75 pounds occasionally, 35 pounds frequently with occasional sitting and frequent standing/walking.

{ } Heavy Work: Lift or move 100 pounds occasionally, 50 pounds frequently with occasional sitting and frequent standing/walking.

• Environmental Exposure:

  {x} May be exposed to sun, rain, wind, snow {x} May be exposed to extreme heat or cold {x} May be exposed to confined spaces {x} May be exposed to heights of more than 6 feet {x} May be exposed to dust & dirt {x} May be exposed to chemically treated fluids {x} May be required to use Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) performing certain tasks