Healthcare Facilities Crew Leader

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

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.