Carpenter PositionTalladega County SchoolsTalladega, AL 35161Position GuidePOSITION: CarpenterREPORTS TO: Director of Operations and Support PersonnelMaintenance SupervisorQUALIFICATIONS:High School Diploma or GEDCurrent and complete support application carpentry experienceAdditional training or certification preferredPERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:Demonstrate knowledge and competency necessary to complete jobs in a skilled and efficient manner.Assess jobs to determine materials needed.Estimate costs of jobs utilizing measurements and blueprints.Keep materials ordered and in stock for work to be completed.Install cabinets and complete trim work.Use tools, equipment, and hand tools with proper knowledge and care.Take precautions to protect students and to safeguard all equipment, materials, and supplies.Recommend supplies for purchase and maintain inventory of Board owned tools, equipment, hardware, materials, and supplies.Perform rough and finished carpentry work including: layout, finish work, sheet-rock finishing, concrete forming and finishing, acoustical ceiling layout and installation, and installation of Formica and other surfaces.Install and repair doors and door locks on interior and exterior doors.Participate in professional development programs and meetings when requested to do so by the supervisor.Accept no other employment which intervenes with the efficient and effective discharge of duties and responsibilities.Uphold and enforce Talladega County Board of Education policy.Promote good public relations for the Talladega County School System.Follow the guidelines of confidentiality regarding all school business and student information.Lift loads up to 50 on a regular basis.Perform all general carpentry/woodworking duties.Perform general maintenance tasks as needed.Abide by the standards established by the Talladega County Board of Education for professional and personal conduct.Demonstrate a concern for safety at all times.Cooperate with other employees.Other general work as assigned by the supervisor.EVALUATION: Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with the provisions of the Board's policy on evaluation of support personnel.TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Twelve-Month Contract. Salary to be established by the Board of Education.
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See More Details >>Becoming a carpenter in Talladega, AL, typically begins with an apprenticeship, which combines hands-on experience with classroom learning, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships in the carpentry trade last about four to five years, requiring many hours of training under licensed professionals. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are approximately 352,779 carpenters nationwide, with a projected 8% job growth from 2022 to 2032. In Talladega, AL, apprentices earn an average of $318 per week, with an annual overtime average of $16,536. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like Gild help aspiring carpenters find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential—often exceeding $41,748 annually for experienced professionals.
