Maintenance Carpenter

La Joya Independent School District; La Joya (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

La Joya Independent School District is seeking a Maintenance Carpenter for the Physical Plant Operations team in La Joya, Texas. The position is non-exempt and reports to the Construction Supervisor. Prior carpentry, plumbing and electrical experience is required, with knowledge of safety and building codes.

Responsibilities include completing repairs, procuring supplies, and coordinating with staff. This full-time role requires ability to lift up to 100 lbs and work in an environment with

Qualifications

• Education: 8th grade or higher.
• Experience: three years in carpentry, plumbing, electrical and minor maintenance.
• Basic knowledge of building codes and safety standards.
• Use and care of hand and power tools.

Responsibilities

• Work under the Maintenance Supervisor and Physical Plant Operations Assistant Director.
• Assist with repair completion and assigned projects as needed.
• Maintain safety in accordance with district policy.
• Report hazards to the immediate supervisor.
• Procure supplies and equipment for each work order.
• Operate district equipment and vehicles as required.
• Communicate with District staff professionally.
• Complete work orders and submit to the Physical Plant Operations office.

Skills

Carpentry

Plumbing

Electrical work

Education

8th grade or higher

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

La Joya Independent School District PHYSICAL PLANT OPERATIONS (NOW 0956) - La Joya, Texas Open in Google Maps

Maintenance Carpenter

La Joya Independent School District PHYSICAL PLANT OPERATIONS (NOW 0956) - La Joya, Texas Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in La Joya Independent School District

Job Details

Job ID: 5931476
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Sep 17, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

Job Title: Maintenance Carpenter Wage/Hour Status: Non-Exempt

Reports To: Construction Supervisor Pay Grade: Auxiliary Salary Schedule

Pay Grade 05

Dept./School: Physical Plant Operations

*Pre-screening may be conducted by an approved medical vendor prior to starting employment

Initiated Date: September 8, 2004

Funding Source: 199 Local Funds Revised Date: May 25, 2017

District Primary Purpose: To assist and promote La Joya ISD district in implementing a rigorous curriculum/instructional program that supports

student success and achievement.

Department Primary Purpose: To contribute to the efficient operation of a school support system to increase effectiveness in the education process.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification: 8 th grade or higher

Experience: Three years of carpentry, plumbing, electrical and minor maintenance experience.

Basic knowledge of building codes and regulations. Occupational health and safety standards.

Use and care of hand and power tools.

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

• Work under the direction of the Maintenance Supervisor and Physical Plant Operations Assistant Director.
• Assist with the completion of repairs and assigned projects as needed.
• Practice good safety at all times in accordance to the District’s policy.
• Report any hazards to the immediate supervisor.
• Procure supplies, materials and equipment for each assigned work order.
• Use and secure district equipment and district vehicles
• Communicate with District staff in a pleasant and professional manner.
• Adhere to all district rules and regulations as per district policy.
• Complete work orders, and submit them back to the Physical Plant Operation office.
• Ability to understand verbal instructions; ability to communicate effectively (verbally and some written). Physical Demands/Environmental
• Perform other duties as assigned. Within the week, and advice supervisor upon completion.
• Ability to stand, walk, talk or hear, use hands to finger, handle or feel, push/pull, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, reach with hands and arms and taste or smell (67 to 99% of the work day).
• Able to sit (0 to 33% of the work day).
• Occasionally (0 to 33% of the work day) lift and/or carry objects weighing up to 100lbs.
• Special vision requirements include: 20/20 (corrected), ability to identify and distinguish colors. Be able to adjust eye to bring an object into sharp focus, judge distances and spatial relationships and observe an area peripherally.
• Work environment; exposure to extreme hot and cold temperatures, wet humid conditions, working near moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals and risk of electrical shock, risk of radiation and work with some form of vibration (67 to 99% of the work day), work with explosives (0 to 33% of the work day).
• The typical noise level for the work environment is moderate noise.
• Hearing requirements include: ability to hear alarms on equipment, client calls and Instructional from department staff.
• Repetitive motion actions include: use of foot control, both feet (7+ hrs. of the work day), use of hands, both hands (7+ hrs. of the work day), grasping simple/light objects (7+ hrs. of the work day), grasping firm/heavy objects (7+ hrs. of the work day). POSITION WORKING DAYS: 244 Days

This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required. I have read and fully understand the duties and responsibilities this position is to provide to my campus/department.

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Position Type: Full-Time

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Physical Plant & Operations
• Phone: [phone]

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