Carpenter A

Northwell Health; New York (NY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization in New York is seeking a skilled Carpenter to join their facilities team. The ideal candidate will perform various carpentry tasks, ensuring quality standards are met while working independently. Responsibilities include supervising helpers, reading blueprints, and completing repairs efficiently.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year of cabinet making or construction experience preferred.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English to interpret blueprints.
• Valid driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Carry out work assignments and assist other carpenters and helpers.
• Install and repair door frames, windows, and hardware.
• Construct suspended ceilings and prepare walls for painting.

Skills

Reading blueprints

Carpentry tools proficiency

Physical stamina

Independent working

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Power tools

Hand tools

Job description

Job Description

Performs and monitors a wide variety of general building carpentry and repair related to mechanical systems and building structures.

Job Responsibilities

1. Carry out work assignments and assist other carpenters and helpers, supervising their work as required to ensure quality standards and safety.
2. Use all standard carpenter, tile setter tools and equipment, including saws, grinders, levels, etc., to efficiently complete tasks.
3. Read simple blueprints and lay out work using chalk lines or other methods for partitions, doors, windows, and cabinets.
4. Install and repair door frames, doors, windows, and hardware as needed.
5. Construct suspended acoustical and/or sheetrock ceilings.
6. Construct wood and plastic-laminate faced furniture and countertops.
7. Install and repair sheetrock and walls, including taping, spackling, and sanding in preparation for painting.
8. Install floor and wall tiles, ceramic and vinyl cove base, and composition tile using adhesive or mud methods.
9. Install and repair windows, sashes, glazing, lintels, and waterproofing.
10. Perform miscellaneous jobs as required, including general clean-up and minor painting.
11. Order materials as needed through the Lead Carpenter and perform related duties as required.

ADA Essential Functions

Physical Demands:

• Must be capable of working independently with minimal supervision, able to stand and work for prolonged periods.
• Must have acceptable corrected visual acuity and be able to lift up to 100 lbs.

Job Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of one (1) year of cabinet making or construction experience preferred.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English to interpret blueprints and renovation plans.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Proficient in using all standard power and hand tools, including carpentry and tile setting saws, grinders, levels, etc.

Additional Salary Details

The listed salary range or hourly rate is a good faith estimate of potential compensation at the time of posting and may be adjusted in the future. Factors such as location, experience, education, and internal policies may influence the final offer.