School Facilities Carpenter & Maintenance Tech

Akron Public Schools; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Akron is seeking a skilled carpenter for maintenance across all school facilities. The role involves building, repairing, and retrofitting structures, installing fixtures, and maintaining equipment to ensure a safe, functional environment for students and staff.

The position requires three years of carpentry experience, a high school diploma or GED, and the ability to read blueprints and communicate clearly.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited High School or GED.
• A minimum of three years' paid experience in the carpentry trade as it pertains to building maintenance; including paid experience in the operation of power equipment used in the carpentry trade.
• State of Ohio Driver's License.
• Ability to communicate ideas and directives clearly and effectively both orally and in writing.
• Ability to listen effectively and actively.
• Ability to problem solve.
• Skilled in concrete flat footer, and foundation completion.
• Skilled in block laying.
• Skilled in floor, sidewall, and rafter framing.
• Skilled in basic carpentry math.
• Skilled in plastic laminating, and other skills such as roofing in residential housing.
• Ability to use hand and power tools safely.
• Ability to work with the general public as customers.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to work effectively with others.
• Ability to read and understand verbal and written instruction, written warnings and labels.
• Ability to read and interpret schematics, diagrams and blueprints.
• Knowledge of methods, standard practices, occupational hazards and safety precautions of the trade.
• Skilled in the use of tools, machinery and equipment of the trade.
• Knowledge of carpentry materials including the ability to inspect lumber for grade quality and use.

Responsibilities

• Maintain all Akron Public Schools Buildings; repair, build from scratch, modify or retro-fit any project; provide a safe and functional environment for students and staff; operate power tools and equipment properly and safely.
• Perform skilled carpentry work involving the construction, alteration and/or repair of floors, roofs, stairways, partitions, doors, windows, wood fixtures, furniture and dry wall.
• Build concrete block forms and perform related masonry tasks.
• Erect scaffolding.
• Meet with prospective customers to provide skill developing projects.
• Order needed building and carpentry supplies and materials.
• Draw up plans and complete estimates for projects.
• Prepare required reports for supervisor.
• Crate machinery for shipment.
• Supervise employees of lower grade.
• Lubricate and maintain carpenter shop equipment.
• Interact with superintendent and/or board of education and present information as requested.

Skills

High School diploma or GED

Carpentry experience

Blueprints reading

Problem solving

Communication skills

Power tools operation

Tool safety

Public interaction

Independent work

Team collaboration

Reading/writing instructions

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Ohio Driver's License

Tools

Power tools

Hand tools

Job description

City of Akron is seeking a skilled carpenter for maintenance across all school facilities. The role involves building, repairing, and retrofitting structures, installing fixtures, and maintaining equipment to ensure a safe, functional environment for students and staff.

The position requires three years of carpentry experience, a high school diploma or GED, and the ability to read blueprints and communicate clearly.