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Job Description
Tacoma Public Schools
Expected Start Date: As soon as possible
FTE: 1.0
Hours per day: 8
Salary Level: MW/OA, $54.09 per hour. Hourly Wage is based off of 65% of the State of Washington's Prevailing Wage Rates for Pierce County for each craft's applicable prevailing wage.
Benefits Eligible: This job has the full range of benefits offered by Tacoma Public Schools
This position performs a variety of tasks related to carpentry and casework of District buildings and athletic facilities.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
1. Performs skilled carpentry work repairing and modifying school facilities as directed.
2. Performs limited layouts, forming and framing for remodeling and new construction of wood, concreted and masonry buildings.
3. Constructs and repairs stairs, railings, ramps, and ladders, both interior and exterior.
4. Constructs, repairs, and installs furnishings such as cabinets, shelving, partitions, screens, wood and metal trim, and brackets through simple drawings and / or instructions.
5. Installs, repairs, or constructs classroom, office and gym equipment as requested.
6. Performs work with woods, metal, gypsum board, plastic laminates, fiberboard, insulating materials, cement and masonry products.
7. Installs whiteboards, smart boards, tack boards, bulletin boards and all related hardware.
8. Installs, maintains and repairs building hardware, including but not limited to, doors, door hardware, windows, floors and ceilings, adhering to accepted procedures and techniques of the carpenter trade.
9. Installs, maintains, and repairs District playground equipment, gym equipment and fixtures, athletic fixtures and field equipment, and athletic building facilities.
10. Maintains, installs, and repairs District fencing, sidewalks, and all flag equipment.
11. Maintains equipment, vehicle and tools in good condition.
12. Informs building administrator or building representative when working on each site.
13. All employees must utilize district designated technology platforms and tools for all work-related tasks, including but not limited to, updating work orders prior to departing the work site.
OTHER JOB DUTIES
1. Obeys all safety policies including but not limited to all District safety policies requiring the inspection of vehicles and equipment for system safety operation prior to operation; fall restraint policy.
2. Related job duties as assigned.
CONDITIONS
May work in confined areas or on scaffolding or ladders; required to work outdoors in inclement weather; work requires exposure to dirt, dust, sawdust, loud noises and machinery with moving parts; may be required to lift up to fifty pounds of materials or equipment; travel to District sites as required.
Education and Experience
High school graduation or equivalent and five year’s work experience with contractor as journeyman carpenter; or any combination of experience and training which provides the applicant with the knowledge, skills, and ability required to perform the work.
Allowable Substitutions
Completion of approved apprenticeship within the carpenter’s trades may substitute for the above requirements.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of all carpenter principles and their application to maintenance, installation and repair.
Knowledge of commercial or heavy construction trade techniques such as: concrete frame work, rough framing, exterior /interior trim work, and case of fixture work.
Knowledge of many types of mechanical fasteners, glue, sealants, abrasives and solvents.
Skill in oral and written communication.
Ability to use hand and power tools applicable to the work.
Ability to work from ladders, lifts, scaffolds and heights.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints and drawings.
Ability to organize and prioritize the use of time, materials, tools, equipment and other resources.
Ability to work and maintain relationships with other trades and other department personnel.
Ability to bend, squat, lift, stoop, climb, reach and perform rigorous work activity in a variety of environments.
Ability to work as an effective team member.
Ability to read, understand, and follow safety procedures.
Ability to work safely around and understand school-age children.
Ability to demonstrate reasonable, reliable and regular attendance.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a variety of people in a multi-cultural, diverse socio-economic setting.
Licenses/Special Requirements
Valid Washington State Driver’s license.
Fingerprints and successful WSP and FBI background clearance/sexual misconduct clearance.
Closing Date/Time: Thu, 13 Nov 2025 -
ABOUT THE COMPANY
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Tacoma Public Schools
Show moreTacoma Public Schools (TPS) is one of the largest districts in Washington State serving approximately 30,000 children in preschool through grade 12. The district has 35 elementary schools, 11 middle schools, 10 high schools and 4 early learning centers. 19 schools are designated as innovative. TPS has nearly 5,000 employees and is one of the largest employers in Tacoma.
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