School Maintenance Carpenter – Build & Repair

Oak Ridge School District; Oak Ridge (TN); On-site; USD 39,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Oak Ridge School District is seeking a Carpenter to perform skilled construction, installation, maintenance, and repair work on district buildings, facilities, fixtures, and equipment. The role supports safe, functional learning environments in compliance with codes and district procedures.

The Carpenter will read plans, measure and cut materials, install hardware, and coordinate with staff and contractors to minimize instructional disruption.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Three years of carpentry, construction, or facilities-maintenance experience.
• Working knowledge of carpentry methods, materials, tools, and safety practices.
• Ability to perform accurate measurements and basic construction calculations.
• Ability to communicate effectively, follow written and verbal instructions, and work independently or as part of a team.
• Valid driver’s license and an acceptable driving record.
• Ability to pass district-required background checks and meet other conditions of employment.
• Completion of a recognized apprenticeship or technical training program in carpentry or a related trade.
• Experience maintaining K–12 schools or other occupied public facilities.
• Relevant trade, safety, or equipment-operation certifications.

Responsibilities

• Constructs, installs, repairs, and modifies walls, doors, windows, cabinets, shelves, trim, ceilings, floors.
• Reads and interprets plans, sketches, specifications, work orders, and technical instructions.
• Measures, cuts, shapes, assembles, and finishes wood, laminate, drywall, metal framing, and related materials.
• Installs and repairs door hardware, locks, partitions, casework, fixtures, and accessibility components.
• Performs preventive maintenance and responds to routine, urgent, and emergency work orders.
• Inspects completed work for quality, code compliance, safety, and proper operation.
• Estimates labor and material needs; maintains tools, equipment, supplies, and accurate work records.
• Coordinates work with school administrators, maintenance staff, contractors, and other trades to minimize disruption to instruction.
• Maintains clean and secure work areas, especially when students or staff are present.
• Follows district policies and safety practices, including PPE, ladders, scaffolds, power tools, hazardous materials, and lockout/tagout.
• Assists with weather-related response, facility emergencies, special events, and other maintenance duties as assigned.

Skills

Carpentry knowledge

Reading plans and specs

Construction calculations

Team collaboration

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Power tools

Lockout/Tagout safety

Ladders and scaffolds

Hazardous materials handling

Job description

Oak Ridge School District is seeking a Carpenter to perform skilled construction, installation, maintenance, and repair work on district buildings, facilities, fixtures, and equipment. The role supports safe, functional learning environments in compliance with codes and district procedures.

The Carpenter will read plans, measure and cut materials, install hardware, and coordinate with staff and contractors to minimize instructional disruption.