Lead Carpenter

Applitrack; Las Cruces (NM); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Las Cruces Public Schools is seeking a Lead Carpenter for the Physical Plant. Responsibilities include maintenance and carpentry work within the district facilities, with emphasis on building systems, access control, and security systems.

Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent, 3+ years carpentry experience with LCPS or NM, and valid NM driver’s license. An FBI background check will be performed for new hires.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Three years of carpentry experience with LCPS or in NM.
• Three years' experience with commercial locking, access control, and security systems.
• Possession of or ability to obtain a New Mexico Driver's License.
• Verifiable work and character references.
• Extensive knowledge of building systems.

Skills

Carpentry

Locking & access control

Building systems knowledge

Driver's license

References

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Locking hardware

Access control systems

Security systems

Job description

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Frontline Applicant Tracking - Las Cruces Public Schools

• Position Type: Maintenance/Physical Plant/ Lead Carpenter
• Date Posted: 10/2/2026
• Location: Physical Plant
• Closing Date: 10/07/2026

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Three years of experience as a carpenter with the Las Cruces Public Schools or in New Mexico
• Three years' experience with commercial locking, access control, and security systems
• Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid New Mexico Driver's License
• Verifiable work and character references
• Extensive knowledge of building systems

To be considered an eligible applicant your AppliTrack application must contain the following uploaded documents:

• 3 Listed References
• A Current Resume
• Proof of High School Diploma or GED (Must Upload to be considered)

Lateral Applicants (same or equal position wanting to move locations)

• A Letter of Interest
• A Current Resume
• Transcripts (optional)

Salary schedule information can be found by clicking the link below:

https://www.lcps.net/documents/departments/human-resources/salary-schedules/239733

Las Cruces Public Schools

505 South Main, Suite 249

Las Cruces, NM 88001

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An FBI fingerprint background check will be conducted on all new hires of the Las Cruces Public Schools at a cost to the employee. Continued employment will be contingent upon the results of the background check.

Las Cruces Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Las Cruces Public Schools has a No Smoking/No Tobacco Policy

Employees wishing to apply for a lateral transfer will use the log in link below to submit your transfer request, all other employees must log in as an Applicant to apply for positions in another job class or a promotion.

• CERTIFIED STAFF: District Transfer requests will be made on a form provided by the District, which is available in the Human Resources Department or LCPS website. The request will indicate the position to which the certified employee desires to be assigned and the school desired. Certified employees must submit a separate transfer request for each position once the position is posted. All certified employees requesting transfers to a position for which they are qualified may request an interview with the immediate supervisor and will be granted an interview for the posted position. Administrative initiated transfers will be assigned first. All transfers must be approved by the Chief of Human Resources/Designee. (NEA-LC Collective Bargaining Agreement, Article Seven, Assignments and Transfers)
• CLASSIFIED STAFF: All transfers of existing staff will be made to facilitate the best educational program for students of the District and the total District programs and needs, with a rational basis in fact, taking into consideration qualifications and seniority. Classified staff seeking lateral transfers to another work location with the same job classification and at the same range may request a voluntary transfer for a position that has been posted. All classified employees must be in their position for no less than 1 year to be eligible for a voluntary transfer. (CSEC-LC Bargaining Agreement, Article Six, Assignments/Transfers/Promotions)

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