Job Title: Lead Carpenter
FLSA Exemption Status: Non-Exempt
Classification Group: Custodial, Maintenance, Grounds, and Carpentry
Supervising Position: Facility Operations Manager
Pay Plan: Custodial, Maintenance, Grounds, and Carpentry
Pay Range: Range 13
Last Updated: 06/08/2026
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Benefits Information
JOB SUMMARY: Perform skilled carpentry services while leading structural construction and repair projects. Provide training, guidance, and direction to assigned staff to ensure high-quality workmanship. Ensure compliance with accessibility requirements, health and safety regulations, and applicable codes. Coordinate and oversee project activities to meet timelines and trade standards. Support team performance by monitoring work progress and promoting safe, efficient practices.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The subsequent duties outline the fundamental operations of the position and exemplify the nature of the tasks carried out. They do not encompass a comprehensive inventory of the obligations and responsibilities fulfilled in this role. The approximation of frequencies and time allocation percentages are flexible and subject to the requirements of the organization. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Job Task Descriptions
Frequency
Percentage of Time
1.
Attends meetings, workshops, and/or in-service training related to structural needs. Collaborates with stakeholders to complete work orders efficiently and in a timely manner. Communicates with immediate supervisor and staff to assist with the coordination and communication of day-to-day activities to ensure that projects are completed in a safe, proper, and timely manner, maximizing the efficiency of the workforce.
Daily
25%
2.
Maintains files and records to provide up to date reference and audit trail. Prepares written materials, reports, and documentation related to assigned activities and personnel.
Daily
20%
3.
Builds a wide variety of items (e.g., countertops, cabinets, shelving, moldings, ramps, storage units, partitions, closets, bulletin boards, stairways, etc.) to modify and/or adapt facilities to specific needs. Estimates materials for work orders as needed.
Daily
20%
4.
Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include planning, assigning, and directing work; addressing complaints and resolving problems; training employees; appraising performance; and assisting with hiring and disciplining. Acts as a technical resource to other trades and custodial personnel regarding problems associated with all structural elements in District buildings. Trains assigned personnel on procedures and related services, providing direction, and developing professional and safety awareness skills.
Daily
10%
5.
Monitors and maintains inventory of stock materials and orders additional items to ensure availability of items required to complete projects in a timely manner.
Daily
10%
6.
Assists other trades as needed.
Daily
5%
7.
Inspects contracted projects to ensure compliance with all District quality standards, safety practices, policies, and procedures. Reviews blueprints, shop drawings and cut sheets. Monitors and inspects the work of assigned staff and outside contractors to ensure projects are completed satisfactorily within district specifications and identifying preventive maintenance requirements.
Weekly
15%
8.
Performs emergency services, after normal school hours, due to vandalism or accidents.
Monthly
5%
9.
Subject to assignment to