Mechanic II - Carpentry

Focus School Software LLC; Daytona Beach (FL); On-site; USD 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Volusia County Schools seeks a skilled Mechanic II - Carpentry to maintain and renovate school facilities. The role requires extensive carpentry, cabinetry and millwork expertise, plus the ability to read blueprints and work with school site teams.

You will manage multiple projects, supervise setup of portable classrooms, and ensure safety. Requires after-hours availability and a Florida driver’s license.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 7+ years in carpentry or cabinetry trades.
• Trade school cert with 5 years field experience or NARI/Journeyman license.
• Experience with commercial, institutional remodeling preferred.
• Must be available after hours as part of emergency/disaster team.
• Must have own hand tools per department list and Florida license.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and emergency carpentry and related trades across sites.
• Prepare time/material estimates for job scope and scheduling.
• Operate and repair cabinets, millwork, doors, and hardware.
• Move and set up portable classrooms and equipment as needed.
• Maintain site safety, quality, and compliance with policies.
• Submit permits and complete work orders/timecards accurately.
• Communicate job details to team and supervisors via email.
• Supervise or assist on renovation and remodel projects as assigned.

Skills

Carpentry & Cabinetry

Blueprints & Plans

Communication (verbal & written)

Teamwork & collaboration

Emergency/disaster response

Flexibility in hours

Education

High School diploma or G.E.D.

Trade school certification + 5 years field exp or NARI/License

Commercial/ institutional remodeling experience

Job description

Job Posting Title Mechanic II - Carpentry

Facility MAINTENANCE & OPERATIONS

Classification 05-Support/Trade Service Professionals

Posting Number D3230328

Date Posted 10/28/2026

Closing Date 12/18/2026

Job Description

POSITION GOAL
To provide technical services that create a safe environment for all students and employees of Volusia County Schools
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES
1. *Work hours and locations will change as the need arises. Perform all duties according to scheduled hours and locations as assigned.
2. *Assure the safety of children comes first.
3. *Abide by all security procedures.
4. *Represent Volusia County School Board (VCSB) and the Department with a positive and professional service-oriented demeanor.
5. *Work as part of a team by establishing and maintaining working relationships that foster efficiency, productivity, quality results, and promotes cooperation with administrators, fellow employees, students, faculty and the public.
6. *Evaluate needs at job site and on applicable blueprints and plans.
7. *Create estimate of time and materials needed for jobs.
8. *Perform various types of routine and emergency construction, cabinetry, carpentry fabrication, installation and repair which may include but not be limited to rough carpentry, finish carpentry, cutting and installation of glass, re-locatable classroom repair, ceramic, vinyl and tile work, concrete, windows, doors, flooring, ceilings, masonry work, installing and finishing sheetrock, millwork, roof repair, door hardware installation.
9. *Construct, repair, demolish, modify, and make alterations to commercial structures.
10. *Oversee various new or renovation projects.
11. *Complete and submit Permit Applications.
12. *Install/construct steps and platforms as needed.
13. *Maintain accurate truck/trailer inventory of tools, equipment, and supplies, as well as related lists/forms for each job. Supply own appropriate personal hand tools related to the trade.
14. *Evaluate performance/condition of assigned equipment daily. Perform/assist with preventive maintenance procedures.
15. *Report any damage/dangerous or hazardous situations related to work orders, equipment, or vehicles to supervisor.
16. *Maintain a clean orderly work environment, which includes service truck and all equipment.
17. *Utilize computer to perform accurate and timely completion and filing work orders timecards, and materialrequests.
18. *Effectively communicate related job information to team members, associates, and customers via email.
19. *Manage the process of moving, set-up and removal of portable classrooms, including site preparations.
20. *Fabrication of millwork items, including but not limited to cabinets, bulletin boards, chalkboards, and countertops.
21. *Remodel and renovate existing cabinet work, including resurfacing or new laminate.
22. *Perform all types of locksmith duties, including installation, replacement, re-keying, key cutting, and emergencyentry.
23. *Repair playground equipment, sidewalks, fencing and various internal and external building components.
24. *Perform other related duties as assigned by the Supervisors, Multi-Trades
*Denotes essential job function/ADA.

Position Summary

Position Code: 323506073
Title: Carpentry
Hours: 8
Months: 12
School/Site: Daytona

Required Qualifications/Certifications

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• High School diploma or G.E.D.
• Minimum Seven (7) years’ experience in one or a combination of the following trades: Carpentry or Cabinetry
• Two (2) years trade school certification with 5 years field experience required or a National Association of Remodeling Industry (NARI) Certification or Carpentry Journeyman/Master license
• Commercial, institutional, or residential remodeling and construction experience preferred.
• Must be available after working hours (on-call) as a part of the emergency and disaster team.
• Must be available for scheduled shift work.
• Must be able to attend and complete various on-the-job training sessions.
• Provide personal hand tools in accordance with established department list.
• Possess a valid Florida Driver’s License; if a holder of any other valid US state-issued Driver’s License, agree to acquire a Florida Driver’s License within thirty (30) days of employment
• Must be able to operate school board vehicles, when assigned, in accordance with operational procedures and School Board Policy 505

REQUIRED SKILLS

• Knowledge of current technology, systems, and applications as it pertains to the related field.
• Knowledge of Volusia County area or ability to navigate and/or follow maps and directions.
• Knowledge of current Florida Building Code applicable to carpentry trade.
• Knowledge of building roof and envelope structures
• Proven proficiency in removal and installation of commercial and residential locks and various hardware, preferred.
• Knowledge of project planning and preparation
• Ability to work alone or as part of a team.
• Ability to work productively with little or no supervision.
• Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing.
• Ability to work flexible hours and shifts.
• Ability to participate in all types of emergency/ disaster clean-up.
• Ability to report to assigned work locations.
• Desire to learn additional tasks through supervised maintenance job training.

REPORTS TO Supervisors, Multi-Trades

SUPERVISES Not Applicable

Salary Info

$21.01 to $25.64 per hour