Facility Carpenter: Renovations & Repairs

Community Health Systems; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Health Systems in Fort Wayne, Indiana, is seeking a skilled Carpenter to construct, repair, and install building frames, walls, doors, and fixtures in healthcare facilities. You will follow blueprints and building codes while maintaining safety and infection prevention standards.

Responsibilities include framing, drywall work, finishing surfaces, and coordinating with other trades to complete renovations.

Qualifications

• Vocational or technical training in carpentry or related construction trades required.
• 1-3 years of carpentry experience required.
• Healthcare or hospital construction or maintenance experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Constructs, installs, repairs, and maintains walls, floors, ceilings, doors, windows, furniture, and cabinetry.
• Interprets blueprints, drawings, and work orders to plan carpentry tasks and determine material and labor requirements.
• Frames walls, installs drywall, repairs plaster and drywall damage, and finishes surfaces in preparation for painting or other treatments.
• Performs minor masonry, roofing, or flooring work as needed to complete carpentry-related projects.
• Conducts inspections to identify maintenance or repair needs and recommends solutions.
• Ensures compliance with all applicable building codes, safety regulations, and infection prevention protocols.
• Collaborates with other trades and departments to complete renovation, remodeling, and maintenance projects.
• Maintains an organized, safe, and clean work environment, properly securing tools, materials, and workspaces.
• Assists in emergency facility repairs, including disaster recovery and on-call support as required.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Skills

Carpentry techniques

Blueprint interpretation

Building codes & OSHA

Hand & power tools

Measurements & estimations

Problem-solving

Teamwork & communication

Education

Vocational/technical carpentry training

Job description

Community Health Systems in Fort Wayne, Indiana, is seeking a skilled Carpenter to construct, repair, and install building frames, walls, doors, and fixtures in healthcare facilities. You will follow blueprints and building codes while maintaining safety and infection prevention standards.

Responsibilities include framing, drywall work, finishing surfaces, and coordinating with other trades to complete renovations.