Foreman, Carpenter

Midland Independent School District; Midland (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Midland Independent School District, through School Plant Services, seeks a Foreman Carpenter to lead carpentry and roofing projects on district facilities. This full-time role requires coordinating with the Maintenance Operations Supervisor, estimating materials, and ensuring safety and quality standards.

The position entails maintaining records and schedules, communicating with administrators, and guiding crews.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Valid Texas Driver License with acceptable driving record.
• Two years carpentry experience required.
• Knowledge of construction trades and safety codes.

Responsibilities

• Schedule repairs, modifications, and new construction with the Maintenance Operations Supervisor.
• Estimate and secure materials for the carpentry department.
• Maintain records and schedule of carpentry work.
• Coordinate with administrators to minimize disturbance to activities.
• Assist Supervisors in personnel solutions.
• Monitor quality and quantity of carpentry work.
• Keep supervisor informed on project status and progress.
• Assist other departments with related work as needed.
• Install and repair carpentry and roofing as directed.
• Coordinate and inspect design/installation of contracted services for carpentry/roofing.
• Provide evaluation comments for staff performance.
• Maintain carpentry/roofing work orders, invoices, and budgets.
• Serves on rotating 24-hour emergency on-call when needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisors.

Skills

Carpentry skills

Mechanical knowledge

People management

Budgeting

Reading blueprints

Construction codes

Computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Foreman, Carpenter

MIDLAND INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT School Plant Services - Facilities - Midland, Texas Open in Google Maps

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Details

Job ID: 5981328

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Nov 03, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

EXEMPT STATUS: Non-Exempt

NUMBER OF DAYS: 260

REPORTS TO: Director of Facility Design

DEPARTMENT: School Plant Services

PAY GRADE: Aux PG-8

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Categories: Support Staff > Maintenance

Job Description

1. 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

• High School Diploma or GED
• Valid Texas Driver License and acceptable driving record; must adhere to Midland ISD's vehicle safety and use program

Minimum Experience

• Two years prior experience as a carpenter

Special Knowledge/Skills

• General knowledge of carpentry skills and techniques
• General mechanical knowledge and aptitude
• Proven ability to manage a group of people
• Ability to plan and budget projects
• Background and experience in construction or general maintenance repairs including carpentry, welding, masonry, roofing, etc.
• Project a positive attitude among other district personnel, and demonstrate a willingness to work
• Possess a working knowledge and ability to read construction blue line print drawing sand other construction related documents
• Familiar with the rules and codes and building regulation set forth by local city building codes
• General computer knowledge

Physical Demands

• Heavy Lifting
• Reaching above shoulder
• Walking
• Standing
• Repeated Bending
• Climbing
• Use of fingers
• Regular attendance required.

Equipment used

• Hammer, saw, and other standard carpentry tools
• Power saw, table saws, drill press and other standard shop tools
• Skill saw, drills and other standard hand power tools
• MISD vehicle, pickup, van or similar assigned vehicle
• Office computer and district supported software

Work Environment

• Outside and Inside
• Dirt, sawdust, glues, solvents
• Electrical energy
• Working on ladder's, Scaffolding and Lifts
• 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.

Contact Information

• Human Resources
• ADMINISTRATION
• Phone: [phone]