A Carpenter builds and repairs wood frameworks or structures for houses and buildings, or builds and installs wood cabinets, furniture or other fixtures. May specialize in residential, commercial or industrial carpentry.
Facilities & Construction Services - Carpenter
Columbia
Facilities And Construction Services - Columbia, Missouri This job is also posted in Columbia Public Schools
Job Details
Job ID:
5636798
Application Deadline:
Posted until filled
Re-Posted:
Aug 05, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date:
To Be Determined
Job Description
(Using a computer is suggested to complete application. Phones are not always compatible.)
POSITION PROPERTIES
Position Title
Carpenter
Schedule / Grade
HRLY/28
Job Code
96FCRV600
FLSA
Non-exempt Calendar
HRLY-WH
Benefits
Eligible
Contract Type
Notification
Bargaining Unit
None
Revised Date
2/26/2026
PURPOSE
The Columbia Public School district is seeking a Carpenter to repair, replace, inspect and maintain multiple projects throughout the district.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES
Carpentry inspections, repairs, replacements and maintenance
Ensures proper care in the use of maintenance of equipment and supplies;
Performs time and material estimates for repairs and renovation projects;
Carpentry duties include but are not limited to new construction, renovations and repairs; building walls; window repairs, door and lock repairs; furniture repairs
Perform other duties as necessary to support the mission and vision of Columbia Public School District.
DISTRICT EXPECTATIONS
All employees of the District are expected to adhere to the policies and regulations of the Board of Education, maintain appropriate certification and competencies necessary for the position, and demonstrate the values of the district at all times. For information on polices, regulations and values, visit http://www.cpsk12.org.
REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS
Reports To:
Carpentry Supervisor of FCS & Building Administrator(s)
Supervises:
None
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum:
High School diploma or equivalent.
Preferred:
Five years' experience working in the field. Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions related to work assignments; Knowledge of the safe use of supplies and equipment; Knowledge of, or willingness to learn, building cleaning and maintenance procedures; Ability to maintain a cooperative and positive relationship with other people.
Ideal candidate will have a professional and friendly demeanor with a demonstrated ability to work well with a variety of individuals in a fast-paced environment.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
ADA REQUIREMENTS
Language:
Read and write in the English language; Interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedural; Write routine reports and memos; Respond to requests from staff members. These are essential functions of the job.
Computation:
Add, subtract multiply and divide using units of American money, weight, volume and distance. These are essential functions of the job.
Reasoning:
Solve practical problems; Interpret instructions given orally or in writing by diagram, schedule, or form. These are essential functions of the job.
Technology:
Minimal use of technology is required, including data entry into inventory records. These are essential functions of the job.
Other Skills and Abilities:
The ability to establish and maintain positive relationships with others; Good personal hygiene; Excellent customer service skills. These are essential functions of the job.
Physical Demands:
While performing these duties, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, use hands and fingers to handle or feel objects tools or controls and talk and hear; Frequently required to reach, climb, bend, squat, stoop and kneel; Will continuously use hand strength to grasp and use tools and climb ladders; Must frequently lift or move 50 pounds; Will occasionally lift or move up to 90 pounds; Will frequently push or pull items such as desks, tables, bleachers and scrubbing machines; Specific vision requirements include close and peripheral vision and depth perception. These are essential functions of the job.
Attendance:
Consistent and regular attendance is an essential duty of this position.
Conditions and Environment:
The duties of this job requires the employee to regularly work indoors and occasionally works outdoors; Employee will work near or with moving mechanical equipment; Employee may occasionally work with toxic or caustic chemical; The noise level of the work environment is usually moderate but can occasionally be loud. These are essential functions of the job.
Prospective and current employees with disabilities are encouraged to contact human resources to discuss reasonable accommodations to perform the essential job functions. Equal Opportunity Employer
