Job Description
TITLE: FOREMAN - Journeyman Carpenter; Maintenance Location: Maintenance Shop The Kansas City, Kansas Public Schools (KCKPS) is a nationally recognized urban school district that serves approximately 22,000 students and 60+ different languages are spoken in the homes of our students. KCKPS is home to Sumner Academy, the #6 highest rated High School in the Nation and #1 High School in Kansas according to the US News rankings. With Head Start/preschools, 28 elementary schools, 7 middle schools, and 5 college and career academies/high schools, we are the fifth largest district in the state of Kansas and our student population is approximately 56% Hispanic, 24% African American, 9% White, and 6% Asian. To serve our students, the district employs approximately 4,000 employees including more than 1,800 teachers. JOB GOAL: Under general supervision, performs the full range of journeyman level carpenter duties in the construction, finishing and repair of buildings, furniture and other wood or metal products in order to support the education mission of the District and to enhance the education environment; and, provides direction and guidance to others to ensure the efficient operation of the carpenter department. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The foreman will perform all listed functions, and will assist the Director of Physical Properties maintain cohesive and efficient operation of the maintenance department through the successful completion of additional tasks, including but not limited to: Assist the Director with project specifications Assist the Director by providing professional input and guidance. Gather cost estimates for repairs or equipment replacement for action by the Director Prepare quote sheets for approval Coordinate with other crafts and outside vendors when necess