Carpenter

Mehlville R-9 School District; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Mehlville R-9 School District Facilities Department in St. Louis, Missouri is hiring a Carpenter for a 12-month position. The role involves repairing equipment, hanging drywall and fabricating cabinets and shelves, among other duties.

The candidate should have a high school diploma or equivalent, 2-5 years experience, asbestos awareness, basic math, and knowledge of building codes and carpentry terminology. This is a full-time on-site role with district salary schedule.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; post-high school vocational study preferred.
• Requires 2-5 years of job-related prior experience.
• Requires completion of Asbestos Awareness Program
• Basic math skills required.
• Working knowledge of building codes.
• Working knowledge of carpentry trade terminology
• Working knowledge of door hardware

Responsibilities

• Installs, maintains and replaces doors and door jambs.
• Designs, fabricates and installs cabinets, countertops and bookshelves.
• Installs and repairs drywall.
• Performs concrete repair, including form and finishing work.
• Installs drop ceilings.
• Assists in fire code and Health Department inspections, including upgrades to facilities.
• Installs and repairs outdoor equipment.
• Performs preventative maintenance on equipment.
• Orders supplies for carpentry projects.
• Assists maintenance personnel as needed
• Fabricates and Installs aluminum flashing, soffits and siding.
• Repairs bleachers.
• Serves as substitute custodian as needed.

Skills

Basic math skills

Carpentry terminology

Building codes

Door hardware

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Post-high school vocational study

Asbestos Awareness Program

Job description

Carpenter

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Job Details

Job ID: 5864426

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Jul 31, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

Carpenter

Facilities Department

12 Month Position

Position Summary: Responsible for performing a variety of carpentry duties within the District, including repairing equipment, hanging drywall and making cabinets and shelves.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent. Post-high school vocational study preferred
• Requires 2-5 years of job-related prior experience.
• Requires completion of Asbestos Awareness Program
• Basic math skills required.
• Working knowledge of building codes.
• Working knowledge of carpentry trade terminology
• Working knowledge of door hardware

Essential Duties:

• Installs, maintains and replaces doors and door jambs.
• Designs, fabricates and installs and finishes cabinets, countertops and bookshelves.
• Installs and repairs drywall.
• Performs concrete repair, including form and finishing work.
• Installs drop ceilings.
• Assists in fire code and Health Department inspections, including performing necessary upgrades to facilities.
• Installs and repairs outdoor equipment.
• Performs preventative maintenance on equipment to ensure proper functioning.
• Orders supplies for carpentry projects.
• Assists maintenance personnel as needed
• Fabricates and Installs aluminum flashing, soffits and siding.
• Repairs bleachers.
• Serves as substitute custodian as needed.

COMPENSATION FOR EXPERIENCE IS CONSIDERED, 2026-2027 Classified Salary Schedule

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Open Until Filled

Mehlville School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer and E-Verify Participant

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Categories: Career and Technical Education > Carpentry

Job Categories: Other Professional > Other Classified Professional

Job Categories: Support Staff > Maintenance

Job Requirements

• At least 2 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• High School/Trade School degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required