Carpenter - Burlington School District
Young World Physical Education, Burlington, VT, United States
Carpenter – Burlington School District
Location: Burlington, Vermont
Position Type: Regular Full Time
Salary: $23 to $26.30 Per Hour
Hours: 2nd shift positions primarily from 2:30pm – 11:00pm Monday through Friday during the school year (applicable shift differential)
Job Description
The Burlington School District believes that a diverse and culturally proficient faculty and staff are pivotal to creating a strong learning and working environment that supports student achievement and success. BSD administrators lead inclusive communities with the vision: Cultivating caring, creative, and courageous people. – Join the journey.
The Mission of the Burlington School District is to graduate students who:
Value different cultures;
Engage with the community;
Communicate effectively;
Think creatively;
Skillfully solve problems;
Achieve at their highest academic, intellectual and personal potential.
We are seeking an energetic individual to fill the Carpenter position to support the Grounds Maintenance Team. This role is a member of the AFSCME union and reports to the Director of Property Services. Carpenter/Grounds Maintenance personnel provide a variety of carpentry, maintenance, and grounds services to meet the needs of the school district. The ideal candidate will be a team player with a positive attitude, reliable transportation, and good time management skills.
Essential Functions
Perform a range of general maintenance tasks including playground repair and inspections, painting, building, erecting, installing, repairing and assisting with grounds maintenance.
Install drywall, lay down floors, build cabinets, construct gates, and perform general construction tasks such as adding shades.
Operate commercial ground equipment such as dump trucks, plows, tractors, front‑end loaders, zero‑turn mowers, snow blowers, chainsaws, and hedge trimmers.
Operate a variety of tools, machinery, and equipment including power and hand tools used in ground maintenance such as shovels, rakes, axes, brooms, leaf blowers, and other tools.
Troubleshoot issues to determine necessary repairs.
Perform general repairs that do not require a specialized technician (e.g., repairing drywall, painting, repairing doors and other building fixtures).
Follow all safety rules, policies, and regulations. Able to work independently with minimal supervision.
Maintain accountability in maintaining assigned tools and equipment.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Education and Experience
Minimum Required: High School Diploma or equivalent.
Minimum Required: Demonstrated aptitude and ability to meet responsibilities outlined above.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Working knowledge: Basic principles and terminology of carpentry and maintenance and ability to solve simple problems.
General knowledge: Sufficient knowledge to perform most work in normal situations.
Thorough knowledge: Advanced knowledge to solve unusual work problems and advise on technical matters.
Comprehensive knowledge: Rarely required for this position.
Specific Skills and Abilities
Maintain a valid State Driver’s license.
Follow instructions from supervisors or senior maintenance workers.
Knowledge of general carpentry and repair.
Ability to use hand tools and power tools.
Excellent organizational and time management skills.
Adapt to changing work priorities.
Meet deadlines and schedules.
Work as part of a team.
Perform work requiring moderate to heavy labor.
Benefits
Salary: As per the Master Agreement between the Burlington Board of School Commissioners and the Property Services Employees. Hourly position paid bi‑weekly.
Benefits: Eligible on start date with 30 days to enroll in coverage. BSD Benefits.
Paid Time: Sick Time, Personal Time, Holidays, Vacation as per the Master Agreement.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Burlington School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. We prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.
Applications from women, veterans, individuals with disabilities and people from diverse racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds are encouraged.
The Burlington School District will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.
Contact Information
Position Posting Closed. Please do not contact the employer regarding job postings that have closed.
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Location: Burlington, Vermont
Position Type: Regular Full Time
Salary: $23 to $26.30 Per Hour
Hours: 2nd shift positions primarily from 2:30pm – 11:00pm Monday through Friday during the school year (applicable shift differential)
Job Description
The Burlington School District believes that a diverse and culturally proficient faculty and staff are pivotal to creating a strong learning and working environment that supports student achievement and success. BSD administrators lead inclusive communities with the vision: Cultivating caring, creative, and courageous people. – Join the journey.
The Mission of the Burlington School District is to graduate students who:
Value different cultures;
Engage with the community;
Communicate effectively;
Think creatively;
Skillfully solve problems;
Achieve at their highest academic, intellectual and personal potential.
We are seeking an energetic individual to fill the Carpenter position to support the Grounds Maintenance Team. This role is a member of the AFSCME union and reports to the Director of Property Services. Carpenter/Grounds Maintenance personnel provide a variety of carpentry, maintenance, and grounds services to meet the needs of the school district. The ideal candidate will be a team player with a positive attitude, reliable transportation, and good time management skills.
Essential Functions
Perform a range of general maintenance tasks including playground repair and inspections, painting, building, erecting, installing, repairing and assisting with grounds maintenance.
Install drywall, lay down floors, build cabinets, construct gates, and perform general construction tasks such as adding shades.
Operate commercial ground equipment such as dump trucks, plows, tractors, front‑end loaders, zero‑turn mowers, snow blowers, chainsaws, and hedge trimmers.
Operate a variety of tools, machinery, and equipment including power and hand tools used in ground maintenance such as shovels, rakes, axes, brooms, leaf blowers, and other tools.
Troubleshoot issues to determine necessary repairs.
Perform general repairs that do not require a specialized technician (e.g., repairing drywall, painting, repairing doors and other building fixtures).
Follow all safety rules, policies, and regulations. Able to work independently with minimal supervision.
Maintain accountability in maintaining assigned tools and equipment.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Education and Experience
Minimum Required: High School Diploma or equivalent.
Minimum Required: Demonstrated aptitude and ability to meet responsibilities outlined above.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Working knowledge: Basic principles and terminology of carpentry and maintenance and ability to solve simple problems.
General knowledge: Sufficient knowledge to perform most work in normal situations.
Thorough knowledge: Advanced knowledge to solve unusual work problems and advise on technical matters.
Comprehensive knowledge: Rarely required for this position.
Specific Skills and Abilities
Maintain a valid State Driver’s license.
Follow instructions from supervisors or senior maintenance workers.
Knowledge of general carpentry and repair.
Ability to use hand tools and power tools.
Excellent organizational and time management skills.
Adapt to changing work priorities.
Meet deadlines and schedules.
Work as part of a team.
Perform work requiring moderate to heavy labor.
Benefits
Salary: As per the Master Agreement between the Burlington Board of School Commissioners and the Property Services Employees. Hourly position paid bi‑weekly.
Benefits: Eligible on start date with 30 days to enroll in coverage. BSD Benefits.
Paid Time: Sick Time, Personal Time, Holidays, Vacation as per the Master Agreement.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Burlington School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. We prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.
Applications from women, veterans, individuals with disabilities and people from diverse racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds are encouraged.
The Burlington School District will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.
Contact Information
Position Posting Closed. Please do not contact the employer regarding job postings that have closed.
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