Maintenance Carpenter

Amarillo ISD; Amarillo (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Amarillo ISD is hiring a skilled carpenter/painter foreman to maintain district facilities. You will perform carpentry work across buildings, install fixtures, read blueprints, and ensure safety. The role requires independence, reliable tools handling, and the ability to work from detailed instructions.

The position is full-time, based in Amarillo, Texas, with district-wide responsibilities and potential for varied hours to meet project needs.

Qualifications

• Minimum education includes a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Must possess a valid Texas driver's license.
• Experience in carpentry or construction preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic framing, fire walls, and drywall installation.
• Install windows and doors.
• Finish interiors including drywall, insulation, ceilings, partitions, and fixtures.
• Rough frame floors, beams, joists, and wall components.
• Exterior finishing and setting door/window frames and trim.
• Read blueprints and diagrams and work from sketches and verbal instructions.
• Measure accurately and estimate materials.
• Adhere to safety protocols and report unsafe conditions.

Skills

Carpentry knowledge

Tool handling

Blueprints reading

Measurement & math

Independence

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Texas Driver's license

Tools

Power tools

Measuring instruments

Scaffolding

Job description

Primary Purpose

Under general supervision, perform skilled work in construction, alteration, repair, and installation of fixtures, buildings, and structures throughout the district. Maintain district structures and fixtures in attractive and safe condition.

Qualifications

Minimum Education/Certification:
High School diploma or equivalency preferred

Certification / License

Must possess a valid Texas Drivers license

Special Knowledge/Skills

Knowledge of equipment, materials, methods, practices, and tools used in carpentry
Properly use and maintain all tools used in this trade
Knowledge of the proper use of different types of wood
Understand, follow, and/or transmit oral and written instructions
Read blueprints and diagrams
Measure and perform mathematical calculations
Work independently; self-motivated, detail oriented, and to be able to carry out assignments independently
Perform basic computer skills

Work Conditions

Tools/Equipment Used: Standard carpentry equipment including small hand tools, power tools, and measuring instruments; light truck or van
Posture: Frequent standing, kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting
Motion: Frequent walking, climbing stairs/ladders/scaffolding, crawling, grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/extension, working on a scissor lift, and overhead reaching; frequent driving
Lifting: Lifting and carrying (50 pounds and over) on a daily basis; required to lift or exert force of up to 100 pounds
Environment: Work outside and inside, on slippery or uneven surfaces; frequent exposure to extreme hot and cold temperatures, dust, noise, and vibrations; work around machinery with moving parts; may work alone; regularly work irregular hours; occasional prolonged hours; frequent districtwide travel; maintain emotional control under stress
Regular attendance is an essential function

Minimum Experience

Three years experience working in the carpentry or construction trade desired.

Major Responsibilities And Duties

• Perform basic framing, firewalls, and installing drywall.
• Perform installation of windows and doors.
• Interior Systems, including: installation of drywall, insulation, acoustical ceilings, moveable partitions, access panel systems, fixture work.
• Rough Framing, including: floors, beams, joists, wall columns, etc.; rough framing for floor framing, wall framing, metal studs, drywall application, etc.
• Exterior Finishing, including: application of cornice and outside wall trim, setting door and window frames and trim.
• Erect scaffolding correctly and know terms and safety guidelines of the scaffolding.
• Read blueprints and schematics correctly; work from sketches and verbal instructions
• Measure accurately; calculate dimensions; estimate materials.
• Correct unsafe conditions in work area and promptly report any conditions that are not immediately correctable to supervisor.
• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
• Ensure compliance with all local policies and state and federal statutes including the Educator Code of Ethics.
• Perform such other tasks and accepts such other responsibilities as may be assigned.

Position Type

Full-Time

Job Categories

Support Staff > Maintenance

Contact Information

• Nathan Lindow
• Carpentry/Painter Foreman (MAINTENANCE)
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]