Carpenter I: Lead Install & Repair in Facilities

University Hospital; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation Time

Medical Coverage

Dental Coverage

Vision Coverage

Disability Insurance

Pension Plan

Professional Development

EAP

Pet Insurance

Job summary

University Hospital in Newark, NJ is seeking a Carpenter I to perform building construction, maintenance and repair to keep facilities safe and functional. You will oversee other mechanics, read blueprints and install/repair components, furniture, and systems across the campus.

Qualified candidates have a technical diploma and at least five years of carpentry experience with leadership in installation, repair, and maintenance, plus strong knowledge of codes.

Qualifications

• Technical school diploma or equivalent knowledge.
• Five years of progressive carpentry experience with lead in installation, repair and maintenance.
• Thorough knowledge of local, state and national codes.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine maintenance on building structural features, architectural features, wall systems, flooring system, ceiling systems, windows and doors.
• Responds to all carpentry trouble calls and requests throughout the facilities.
• Inspects, tests, assures integrity of all related building features and systems throughout the facilities.
• Requests work orders, completes work orders, and issues status reports to supervision and/or management.
• Reads blueprints, diagrams, specifications, and lays out/performs work in accordance with standards, regulations and codes.
• Ability to use hand and power tools including rules, measuring instruments, fastening tools, leveling systems.
• Performs Rough Out, Finish, and Repair work including framing, sheetrock, ceiling, flooring, furniture installation/assembly.
• Keeps work areas neat and orderly.
• Adheres to University Hospital compliance standards and policies.
• Keeps abreast of regulations, laws and policies; performs other facilities related duties.

Skills

Carpentry

Lead experience

Education

Technical school diploma or equivalent

Job description

University Hospital in Newark, NJ is seeking a Carpenter I to perform building construction, maintenance and repair to keep facilities safe and functional. You will oversee other mechanics, read blueprints and install/repair components, furniture, and systems across the campus.

Qualified candidates have a technical diploma and at least five years of carpentry experience with leadership in installation, repair, and maintenance, plus strong knowledge of codes.