Crew Leader - Construction

Duke Careers; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 54,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Duke University seeks a seasoned supervisor to plan, oversee, and review electrical, plumbing, HVAC, carpentry, and painting projects across Medical Center facilities in Durham. You will lead Duke and contract labor, ensure compliance with codes, and uphold safety standards in healthcare construction environments.

The role requires a high school diploma, six years of construction/maintenance experience, and an active NC contractor's license if applicable, plus a valid NC driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Education/Training: High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience: six years in construction or maintenance; NC contractor's license if applicable; valid NC driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Plan and schedule work for the group, including Duke and contract labor.
• Provide project management for projects that require direct supervision of construction/maintenance activities.
• Inspect completed work for code compliance; schedule inspections with Duke and local authorities.
• Apply safety precautions including lock-out/tag-out, chemical safety, PPE, and ladder safety.
• Layout, install systems and equipment in Medical Center buildings per blueprints and codes.
• Interpret plans and specifications; identify terms and symbols for estimating/installing projects.
• Ensure staff training and a safe work environment in line with safety regulations.

Skills

Communication

Reading comprehension

Writing

Documentation

Emergency response

Safety procedures

Confidentiality

Education

High school diploma

Job description

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Perform and troubleshoot electrical, plumbing, HVAC, carpentry, or paint projects and systems, equipment and related devices. Assign, direct and review the work of Duke and contract labor team. Inspect and certify work is in compliance with state and local codes. Plan, estimate and commission new installations or renovation of existing systems and equipment. Assist in the training of personnel in safe construction practices in healthcare. Act as shop supervisor when the supervisor is absent. Provide periodic reviews of Duke personnel and contract labor as assigned.

Required Qualifications at this Level

Education/Training:

Work requires educational background normally equivalent to a high school diploma or equivalent.

Experience:

Work requires six years in construction or maintenance. Requires an active North Carolina contractor's license in the required discipline, if applicable; valid N.C. driver's license and a driving history acceptable under the guidelines of the Safe Driving Policy required.

Skills:

Ability to communicate effectively, both oral and written, with employees, management and customers. Ability to read and comprehend instructions, correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization. Ability to communicate effectively and respond appropriately in routine and emergency situations. Must respect the privacy of patients and maintain the confidentiality of any patient information related to their treatment. Ability to complete daily records, logs, time sheets, and required reports.

Be Bold.

Plan and schedule work for the group, to include Duke and contract labor, ensuring proper distribution of assignments and proper staffing, space, equipment and supplies for adequate performance of duties.

Provide project management for certain projects that require specific and direct supervision of construction and/or maintenance activities; provide project tracking for expended labor and materials.

Inspect completed work to ensure compliance with applicable federal, state and local codes; direct and follow-up any required rework or modifications; schedule inspections with City of Durham inspectors as required.

Apply safety precaution pertaining to: Safety regulations and procedures; lock-out/tag-out, chemical safety, hazard communication program; personal protective equipment; lifting procedures, back injury prevention; ladder safety, flammable storage, fire extinguisher training and others as required.

Layout, assemble and install systems and equipment in Medical Center buildings in accordance with blueprints and codes using appropriate healthcare construction precautions.

Interpret plans, sketches, wiring diagrams, and specifications; identify all terms and symbols while estimating and installing construction projects.

Ensure that employees and contract labor are properly trained to perform duties; ensure a safe work environment; ensure compliance with Medical Center and The Joint Commission safety regulations as well as state and local codes.

Choose Duke.

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative and level of the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and shall not be construed as a declaration of the total of the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Employees may be directed to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

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Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust exchange of ideas-an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values.

Essential Physical Job Functions

Certain jobs at Duke University and Duke University Health System may include essential job functions that require specific physical and/or mental abilities. Additional information and provision for requests for reasonable accommodation will be provided by each hiring department.

Anticipated Pay Range:

Duke University provides an annual base salary range for this position as USD $26.19 to USD $43.31. Duke University considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position; candidate's work experience, education/training, and key skills; internal peer equity; as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer.

Your total compensation goes beyond the dollars on your paycheck. Duke provides comprehensive and competitive medical and dental care programs, generous retirement benefits, and a wide array of family-friendly and cultural programs to eligible team members. Learn more at: https://hr.duke.edu/benefits/

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Duke is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy- related conditions), sexual orientation, or military status.

Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust exchange of ideas—an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values.

Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust exchange of ideas—an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values.

Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust exchange of ideas—an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values.
Essential Physical Job Functions: Certain jobs at Duke University and Duke University Health System may include essential job functions that require specific physical and/or mental abilities. Additional information and reasonable accommodation(s) can be requested with Duke Access and Accommodations Services (email: [e-mail]; phone: [phone]).

Nearest Major Market: Durham
Nearest Secondary Market: Raleigh

Read more about Duke’s commitment to affirmative action and nondiscrimination at hr.duke.edu/eeo.