Skilled Trades Apprentice, Carpenter

Skilled Trades Apprentice, Carpenter
Victoria ISD MAINTENANCE DEPT - Victoria, Texas

Job Description
Pay Grade:

Classified Level 3

Primary Purpose:

Under general supervision, assist journeyman carpenter in construction, alteration, repair, and installation of fixtures, buildings, and structures throughout the district. Maintain district structures and furniture in attractive and safe condition.

Qualifications
Education/Certification:

Valid Texas driver's license.

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.

Physically fit with good manual dexterity, eye-hand coordination and good sense of balance. Must be able to lift 50 pounds.

Working knowledge of hand tools, power tools and safety equipment.

Good human relation skills and ability to work well with others.

Experience:

Prior experience as apprentice carpenter is desirable.

Major Responsibilities and Duties
Maintenance and Repair

Assist journeyman carpenter with any other work orders assigned.

Sweep and clean work area as instructed.

Organize materials as instructed.

Respond to emergency calls as needed.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Safety

Operate tools and equipment according to established safety procedures.

Follow safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties, including lifting, climbing, use of electrical tools, etc.

Other

Work irregular hours and respond to after-hour emergency calls as needed.

Supervisory Responsibilities
None.

Equipment Used

Air nail guns

Table saw

Miter saw

Planer

Sanders

Power saw

Measuring devices

Air compressor

Other power tools

Hand tools

Light truck or van

Work Conditions
Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Working Conditions: Frequent walking, standing, climbing, stooping, kneeling and reaching, heavy lifting and carrying; work in tiring and uncomfortable positions; outside and inside; on slippery or uneven walking surfaces, ladders, and scaffolding; and around machinery with moving parts. Exposure to hot and cold temperatures, excessive noises, fumes, and toxic chemicals. Frequent district-wide travel.

Position Type
Full-Time

Salary
$12.90 to $18.25 Per Hour

Job Categories
Support Staff > Maintenance

Contact Information

Jonathan Morgenroth, Construction Supervisor

MAINTENANCE DEPT

Phone: 3615756408

Email: jonathan.morgenroth@visd.net

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