Carpenter

Albany Medical Center; City of Albany (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

Albany Medical Center is seeking a skilled carpenter to perform rough and finish carpentry across the Center, maintaining aesthetics and safety systems.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, a 4-year carpentry apprenticeship, and 4–6 years of experience with a general contractor or in facility carpentry. You will operate power tools and contribute to projects with training and supervision as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Completion of a 4-year carpentry apprenticeship is required.
• 4–6 years experience with a general contractor or facility carpentry is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform rough and finish carpentry throughout the Center.
• Maintain and upgrade facility aesthetics and life safety systems.
• Operate stationary and portable power tools, install windows, frames, sashes, glass, blinds and screens.
• Install signage, cabinets, shelving and finish millwork.
• Assist with housekeeping and safety compliance; support foremen and supervisors.

Skills

Carpentry

Reading blueprints

Safety compliance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

4-year Carpentry Apprenticeship

Tools

Power tools

Job description

Department/Unit:

Facility Maintenance

Work Shift:

Evening (United States of America)

Salary Range:

$54,690.00 - $82,035.00

Minimum Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent certificate with at least 2 years manual training in carpentry and (3) years experience working with journeyman carpenter, or Grammar School graduate and has completed (4) years apprenticeship in Carpentry.

Job Description Summary:

To work individually and with others performing rough and finish carpentry projects throughout the Center. Intent of position is to maintain and upgrade the aesthetic appearance of the facility as well as maintain the structure and life safety systems such as smoke compartments, fire doors, and smoke doors.

Operates all types of stationary and portable power tools and equipment. Able to operate windows, frames, sashes, fasteners, measure and install broken glass, and install blinds and screens.

Perform all types of carpentry projects from sketches, plans and specifications, including concrete forms, rough framing, interior and exterior finish carpentry.

Install interior and exterior signage. Repairs furniture, builds and installs cabinetry and shelving. Installs all types of finish millwork and builders’ hardware.

Installs wall bumpers and hand rails, inspects and repairs. Installs all kinds of ceiling finishes, including layout and erection of suspended grid systems, cemented tile and gypsum board.

Constructs/installs bulletin boards, picture frames, etc. Installs all types of wall paneling, carpet, floor tile and base.

Performs all assigned tasks in a timely and cost effective manner.

Assists with training and supervision of carpenter helpers and laborers.

Installs furniture, equipment and supplies. Helps with the maintenance of shop tools and equipment, including keeping shop in a clean and orderly condition.

Assists in roof repairs. Is alert and ready to carry out all instruction in cases of emergencies. Performs PM on fire doors and fire door hardware and locks. Keeps up to date with codes. Troubleshoots any dangerous and unsafe conditions. Corrects any safety hazards. Performs other maintenance duties when requested.

Follows AMC policies and procedures, and adheres to center safety policies and regulations.

Assists & Cooperates: With other foremen and supervisors to schedule and complete projects

according to plan.

Assists: The Director of Facility Maintenance in all emergencies.

Responsible to conduct good housekeeping measures to promote safety.

Responsible to attend asbestos training annually and be part of the asbestos team.

When needed, management reserves the right to assign or reassign all employees.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Operates all types of stationary and portable power tools and equipment. Able install windows, door frames, sashes, fasteners, measure and install glass, and install blinds and screens.

• Performs all types of carpentry projects from sketches, plans and specifications, including concrete forms, rough framing, interior and exterior finish carpentry.

• Install interior and exterior signage. Installs all types of finish millwork and builders’ hardware.

• Installs wall bumpers, wall protection, and handrails. Installs and replaces acoustical ceiling tile and grid, including layout of new ceilings.

• Performs department relocations including fitting out spaces after construction. Installs all types of wall paneling, carpet, floor tile and baseboard moldings.

• Performs all assigned tasks in a timely and cost-effective manner.

• Assembles and installs casework and countertops. Helps with the maintenance of shop tools and equipment, including keeping shop in a clean and orderly condition.

• Assists in minor roof repairs. Performs preventive maintenance on fire doors and fire door hardware, fire and smoke assemblies. Keeps up to date with codes. Troubleshoots any dangerous and unsafe conditions. Corrects any safety hazards. Performs other maintenance duties when required.

• Assists other foremen and supervisors to schedule and complete projects according to plan.

• Responsible to conduct good housekeeping measures to promote safety.

• Responsible to attend asbestos and lead abatement training.

• When needed, management reserves the right to assign or reassign all employees.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/G.E.D. - required

• Completion of (4) year apprenticeship program in carpentry - required

• 4-6 years working with a general contractor or in a facility as a carpenter - required

Physical Demands

• Standing - Constantly

• Walking - Constantly

• Sitting -

• Lifting - Constantly

• Carrying - Constantly

• Pushing - Constantly

• Pulling - Constantly

• Climbing - Constantly

• Balancing - Constantly

• Stooping - Constantly

• Kneeling - Constantly

• Crouching - Constantly

• Crawling - Frequently

• Reaching - Constantly

• Handling - Constantly

• Grasping - Constantly

• Feeling - Constantly

• Talking - Frequently

• Hearing - Frequently

• Repetitive Motions - Constantly

• Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination - Constantly

Working Conditions

• Extreme cold - Occasionally

• Extreme heat - Occasionally

• Humidity - Occasionally

• Wet - Occasionally

• Noise - Frequently

• Hazards - Frequently

• Temperature Change - Occasionally

• Atmospheric Conditions - Occasionally

• Vibration - Frequently

Thank you for your interest in Albany Medical Center!

Please be aware for the safety and security of our colleagues and patients all new employees are required to successfully complete all applicable federal, State and institutionally mandated pre-employment screening requirements including:

• Relevant Background Check(s)

• Drug Screen

• PPD / Tuberculosis Test

• Reference Check

• Applicable vaccinations

Albany Medical Center is an equal opportunity employer.

This role may require access to information considered sensitive to Albany Medical Center, its patients, affiliates, and partners, including but not limited to HIPAA Protected Health Information and other information regulated by Federal and New York State statutes. Workforce members are expected to ensure that:
Access to information is based on a “need to know” and is the minimum necessary to properly perform assigned duties. Use or disclosure shall not exceed the minimum amount of information needed to accomplish an intended purpose. Reasonable efforts, consistent with Albany Medical Center policies and standards, shall be made to ensure that information is adequately protected from unauthorized access and modification.

Thank you for your interest in Albany Med Health System!

Albany Med Health System is an equal opportunity employer.

This role may require access to information considered sensitive to Albany Med Health System, its patients, affiliates, and partners, including but not limited to HIPAA Protected Health Information and other information regulated by Federal and New York State statutes. Workforce members are expected to ensure that:

Access to information is based on a “need to know” and is the minimum necessary to properly perform assigned duties. Use or disclosure shall not exceed the minimum amount of information needed to accomplish an intended purpose. Reasonable efforts, consistent with Albany Med Health System policies and standards, shall be made to ensure that information is adequately protected from unauthorized access and modification.