Tradesperson

wvumedicine; Morgantown (WV); On-site; USD 41,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

WVU Hospitals in Morgantown seeks a skilled tradesperson to support hospital construction projects. You will perform carpentry, electrical, and plumbing tasks, frame with metal studs, install drywall, and fit doors while adhering to safety standards.

You must read and interpret construction drawings, follow Life Safety codes and infection-control practices, and collaborate with team members across trades. This non-exempt position is based at an inside facility with some outdoor work in all

Qualifications

• Must have basic carpentry, electrical and plumbing skills as identified below.
• Capable of reading and interpreting construction drawings and detailed equipment installation specifications.
• Knowledgeable of Life Safety codes and infection control practices in hospital construction.

Responsibilities

• Must have basic carpentry, electrical and plumbing skills as identified below: Framing with metal studs; measuring, cutting, hanging drywall; finishing drywall; framing and hanging doors; installing electrical conduit and wiring; terminating connections; installing HVAC ductwork and devices; plumbing fixtures and piping; installing flooring materials.
• Capable of reading and interpreting construction drawings and detailed specialty equipment installation specifications.
• Interacting with all levels of employees and ensuring safe construction practices in a hospital setting.

Skills

Read blueprints

Team collaboration

Education

Completion of educational curriculum from a trade or vocational school

License or certification in Carpentry, Electrical, Plumbing, or HVAC

Job description

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

EXPERIENCE:

1 year of experience in the construction field performing work in a commercial/residential setting.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE:

1. Completion of educational curriculum from a trade or vocational school.

2. License or certification of at least one of the following construction disciplines: Carpentry, Electrical, Plumbing, or HVAC.

CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The statements described here are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by people assigned to this position.They are not intended to be constructed as an all-inclusive list of all responsibilities and duties.Other duties may be assigned.

• Must have basic carpentry, electrical and plumbing skills as identified below:
  • Framing with metal studs
  • Measuring, cutting, hanging drywall
  • Finishing drywall by taping, sanding and applying a finish
  • Framing and hanging doors
  • Installing electrical conduit and pulling wiring
  • Installing a variety of electrical devices and safely terminating connections.
  • Installing and hanging HVAC ductwork and devices
  • Roughing in and installing new plumbing fixtures, valves, supply, drain and vent lines
  • Installing different types of flooring materials.
• Must be capable of reading and interpreting construction drawings and detailed specialty equipment installation specifications.
• Must be knowledgeable of safe construction practices.
• Must be knowledgeable of Life Safety codes
• Must be knowledgeable of Infection control practices as they relate to construction and renovation work in the hospital environment.
• Must be capable of interacting with all levels of employees

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to climb and work off of ladders, scaffolding, or electric lifts.
• Must be able to read blueprint drawings and specifications.
• Must be able to lift at least 75 pounds.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• 90% of work is inside Facility
• 10% is outside in all weather conditions

SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Demonstrates willingness to train/mentor other tradespeople in specific construction practices, techniques, and methodologies.

Additional Job Description:

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Exempt/Non-Exempt:

United States of America (Non-Exempt)

Company:

WVUH West Virginia University Hospitals

Cost Center:

625 WVUH Capital

Address:

1 Medical Center DriveMorgantownWest Virginia

Equal Opportunity Employer

West Virginia University Health System and its subsidiaries (collectively "WVUHS") is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. WVUHS strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. All WVUHS employees, other workers, and representatives are prohibited from engaging in unlawful discrimination. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.