Healthcare Facility Carpenter

Ascension Living; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 38,862 - 52,569; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health coverage

Employer-matched 403(b)

Paid time off and holidays

Ascension-paid tuition

Employee Assistance Program

Parental leave

Optional legal and pet insurance

Job summary

Ascension Living is seeking a Maintenance professional in Chicago, IL, for full-time days. Responsibilities include plumbing, carpentry, and ensuring compliance across the facility.

Candidates need a High School diploma or equivalent experience, with benefits such as health coverage, retirement planning, and paid time off. Join a supportive work environment focused on your growth and well-being.

Qualifications

• High School diploma equivalency or 1 year of applicable experience required.
• Licensure or certification can substitute for education or experience.

Responsibilities

• Execute standard facility plumbing repairs and monitor pipe circulation.
• Construct and install custom and standard cabinetry and wood structures.
• Perform installation and repair of flooring and ceiling tiles.
• Conduct architectural repairs and maintain facility functionality.
• Assist in maintaining a safe and compliant environment.

Education

High School diploma equivalent or 1 year of applicable job experience

Job description

Job Overview

Location: Chicago, IL

Facility: Resurrection Village

Department: Maintenance

Schedule: Days & Full-time

Salary Range: $28.21 - $38.16 per hour

What's in it for you?

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well‑being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings, and more

Responsibilities

• Standard Plumbing & Mechanical Maintenance: Execute standard facility plumbing repairs, monitor pipe circulation, handle fixture installations, and perform basic electrical troubleshooting.
• Advanced Carpentry & Cabinetry Installation: Construct, repair, and install custom and standard cabinetry, countertops, shelving, doors, frameworks, and wood structures according to blueprints or layouts.
• Flooring & Tile Work: Perform hands‑on installation, repair, and replacement of various flooring materials, cove bases, ceiling tiles, and wall/floor tile work.
• General Structural Maintenance: Perform architectural repairs, drywall taping, structural woodwork adjustments, and finish work to ensure the facility remains fully functional.
• Environment Safety: Assist departments across the facility to maintain a safe, secure, and compliant environment for patients and staff.

Qualifications

Education: High School diploma equivalency OR 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience.

Note: Required professional licensure/certification can be used in lieu of education or experience, if applicable.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.

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