Job Details

Education Support Professionals - ESP/Classified - Other

Job Number 200#######

Start Date

Open Date 10/07/2025

Closing Date

CARPENTER 2

SUMMARY DESCRIPTION

Under supervision in the Facilities Management Department.

Performs technically complex and skilled carpentry activities including, remodeling, maintenance, and repairs of District facilities. and performs related work as required.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Construction and Installation Tasks

Performs construction, installation, replacement, repair, and finishing of building materials, components, and systems, including but not limited to:

• Carpentry: Rough and finish carpentry, cabinetry, doors, and hardware
• Interior Finishes: Painting, wall coverings (including tile), tape and finish, acoustic ceilings, and walls
• Exterior Finishes: Siding, insulation, roofing, fencing
• Flooring: Floor coverings including tile
• Glass and Glazing: All systems.
• Concrete Work: Forming, pouring, and finishing
• Site Equipment: Equipping classrooms, offices, schools, playgrounds, parking areas, and other sites
• Special Structures: Scaffolds and bleachers
• Surface Preparation: Sandblasting

Project Oversight and Coordination

• Obtains material and vendor quotes, purchase orders, and permits
• Supervises and inspects vendor or contractor projects for compliance with standards, specifications, laws, and codes
• Assigns work to other construction trades, carpenters, and assistants
• Determines repair priorities
• Provides technical guidance and physical assistance on maintenance and remodel projects

Safety and Compliance

• Maintains District policies and standards
• Ensures adherence to safety and hazardous material precautions
• Ensures proper inventory and maintenance of tools, equipment, and shop facilities

Cross-Trade Support and Hazardous Material Handling

• Assists or performs work associated with other trades
• Completes 16-hour asbestos abatement (AHERA) training
• Performs approved work involving asbestos, lead, mold, or other hazardous materials (e.g., demolition, disposal, attachment, detachment, penetrations) in accordance with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience

Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and skills is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the necessary qualifications would be:

Option 1:

• • Five (5) years of varied journey-level carpentry experience.

OR

Option 2:

• • Completion of a recognized four (4) year carpentry apprenticeship program
    AND
  • Two (2) years of varied journey-level carpentry experience.

COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESSFUL PERFORMANCE OF JOB DUTIES

Knowledge of:

• Principles, methods, materials, and tools used in carpentry
• Occupational hazards and safety practices (including OSHA requirements)
• Use and care of hand and power tools
• Safe and effective repair techniques
• Doors, locks, cement work, and related areas
• International Building Code (IBC)
• Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requirements

Skill in:

• Working independently
• Understanding and conducting verbal and written instructions
• Performing heavy manual labor
• Maintaining necessary written records and reports
• Reading, interpreting, and applying construction documents, plans, sketches, and diagrams
• Communicating effectively, both verbally and in writing
• Using PC-based computer programs
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with others.

Licenses/Certificates: AHERA 16 Hour asbestos/Lead training will be required within the first 2 months of employment. Employer will provide training. Possession of a valid Nevada State Operator's license with a driving record acceptable to the district and obtain an Explosive Actual Fastening Tools License.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Health and Safety Compliance

• Incumbents will be provided with appropriate training and personal protective equipment (PPE) to perform all assigned work safely.
• Must be able to use a half-mask respirator during work.
• Must meet all health and safety requirements, including maintaining a clean-shaven face to ensure proper respirator fit.
• Applicants will be required to pass a physical examination and a respirator fit test (full-mask or half-mask).

Work Schedule and Emergency Response

• Working hours may include evenings and weekends as needed.
• May be contacted during off-hours (via phone, text, email, or chat) to respond to school emergencies such as:
• Burglaries
• Vandalism
• Fires
• Snow removal
• Equipment failures
• Flooding
• Building system failures critical to operations

WORK ENVIRONMENT?/ PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Physical Demands: This work requires considerable and strenuous physical exertion, such as frequently climbing tall ladders, lifting heavy objects up to 100 pounds, pushing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or reaching, crawling in restricted areas. Must have the ability to enter all areas of a facility including roofs, attics, and crawl spaces. To some extent, the frequency or intensity of physical exertion must also be considered.

The work environment and physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Lifting objects up to 25 lbs.: Frequently
• Lifting objects over 25 lbs.: Frequently
• Sitting for extended periods: Rarely
• Standing for extended periods: Continuously
• Walking for extended periods:?Frequently
• Bending or stooping: Frequently
• Reaching above shoulder height? Frequently
• Pushing/pulling objects: Frequently
• Climbing stairs or ladders: Frequently
• Operating heavy machinery: Rarely
• Exposure to outdoor weather conditions: Occasionally
• Exposure to loud noises:? Occasionally
• Working in confined spaces:? Occasionally
• Working at heights: Occasionally
• Working with hazardous materials:? Occasionally
• Repetitive hand or arm movements: ?Continuously

Definitions:??

• Never: The activity or condition does not occur.??
• Rarely: The activity or condition occurs less than 10% of the time.??
• Occasionally: The activity or condition occurs 10-30% of the time.??
• Frequently: The activity or condition occurs 30-60% of the time.??
• Continuously: The activity or condition occurs more than 60% of the time??

THIS JOB SPECIFICATION SHOULD NOT BE CONSTRUED TO IMPLY THAT THESE REQUIREMENTS ARE THE EXCLUSIVE STANDARDS OF THE POSITION. INCUMBENTS MAY BE REQUIRED TO FOLLOW ANY OTHER INSTRUCTIONS, AND TO PERFORM ANY OTHER RELATED DUTIES AS MAY BE REQUIRED BY THEIR SUPERVISOR.

The Washoe County School District prohibits bullying, cyber-bullying, harassment, sexual harassment, and/or discrimination based on an individual's actual or perceived race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, veterans or military status, marital status, political affiliation, or the presence of any sensory, physical or mental disability in any of its educational programs/activities, employment or employment opportunities, or in any program or activity conducted or funded by the U.S. Department of Agriculture. The District prohibits discrimination against any youth group listed in Title 36, as a patriotic society, (i.e., Boy Scouts of America) from access to public school facilities use. The District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Washoe County School District is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. The Washoe County School District is committed to providing all applicants and employees equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, military status, or other characteristics protected by applicable law. Here at Washoe County School District, we are a diverse group of people who honor the differences that drive innovative solutions to meet the needs of our students and employees. We believe that through a culture of inclusivity, we have the power to reflect on the community we serve.

Internal Job Number 2025-26-E256492

Salary

Grade 23

Sch A: $25.26 (entry step)
Sch B: $30.45 (entry step)

Salaries are subject to adjustment and may increase and decrease each fiscal year. New employees hired by Washoe County School District are normally placed on the entry step of the grade of the position. View the salary schedules here.

Additional Job Information

The working hours for this position will be from 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Benefit packages are available for all employees, eligible employees who are regularly scheduled to work 27.5 hours per week or more receive full benefits of the District which include but are not limited to;

• No waiting period on Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
• Employees may select an insurance plan wherein WCSD contributes 100% of insurance premiums.
• Sick Leave, Holiday Pay and Vacation Pay
• Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)
• Contribution options will be explained in detail during the New Employee Orientation.
• Salary Increases
• Longevity Bonuses
• Guidance Resources
• And More - Visit our Benefits page for more information.

Temporary employees working less than 6 months do not receive benefits.

New employees will be fingerprinted upon hire and every five years thereafter and will have $58.50 deducted from their first paycheck to help defray the cost of fingerprinting. Non-licensed employees will have $58.50 deduction when their fingerprints are completed every five years. Fingerprint fees are subject to change. Your job offer is conditional until a report is returned from the FBI and Nevada Department of Public Safety that meets the standards of WCSD for employment purposes.

Any applicant who would like to request a reasonable accommodation in any step of the selection process should contact Human Resources at (775) ###-####.