Lock Shop Foreman Carpenter: Lead School Maintenance

Service Center; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 48,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Omaha Public Schools Service Center in Omaha, NE seeks a Carpenter – Lock Shop Foreman to supervise the Lock Shop, plan daily tasks, and ensure quality building maintenance. You will lead skilled trades, oversee key systems, and coordinate with district staff on priority projects.

The role requires strong carpentry knowledge, leadership and problem-solving, with occasional evening shifts or emergency calls. Local travel may be required and a valid driver’s license is essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of 5 years of full-time journeyman experience in the trade.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Experience installing and repairing lock systems, doors and related hardware.
• Valid driver's license and safe driving record.

Responsibilities

• Plans daily work schedules and assigns tasks to staff.
• Sets up lock systems and maintains key records.
• Repairs locks, locksets and hardware as needed.
• Maintains confidentiality of records and uses the work order system.
• Coordinates with district personnel and maintenance management.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Lock systems

Carpentry

Time management

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Work order software

Bench tools

Job description

Omaha Public Schools Service Center in Omaha, NE seeks a Carpenter – Lock Shop Foreman to supervise the Lock Shop, plan daily tasks, and ensure quality building maintenance. You will lead skilled trades, oversee key systems, and coordinate with district staff on priority projects.

The role requires strong carpentry knowledge, leadership and problem-solving, with occasional evening shifts or emergency calls. Local travel may be required and a valid driver’s license is essential.