Carpenter I

University Hospital, Newark NJ•Newark, NJ

12d•$31 - $32•Onsite

About The Position

The primary purpose of the Carpenter I position is to perform building related construction, maintenance and repair to assure safe and functional facilities. These duties also include related equipment installation, furniture installation and repair. Oversees work of other mechanics and/or trades helpers.

Requirements

Technical school diploma or equivalent knowledge plus a minimum of five (5) years of progressively more responsibility and experience as a carpenter, at least three (3) years of which shall have involved taking a lead in installation, repair, and maintenance of all applicable components/systems.
Thorough knowledge of local, state and national codes.

Responsibilities

Performs routine maintenance on building structural features, architectural features, wall systems, flooring system, ceiling systems, windows and doors.
Responds to all carpentry trouble calls and requests throughout the facilities.
Inspects, tests, assures integrity of all related building features and systems throughout the facilities.
Requesting work orders, completing work orders, and issuing status reports to supervision and/or management.
Reads blueprints, diagrams, specifications, and lays out/performs work in accordance with all standards, regulations and/or applicable codes.
Ability to use various hand and power tools in the performance of work, including rules, measurement instruments, fastening tools, leveling systems, etc.
Performs “Rough Out,” “Finish,” and “Repair” work in accordance with all accepted industry standards. Work includes but is not limited to framing (wood & steel), sheetrock installation, ceiling installation, flooring installation, and furniture installation/assembly.
Keeps all work areas in a neat and orderly fashion.
Understands and adheres to University Hospital's compliance standards as they appear in University Hospital Corporate Compliance Policy, Code of Conduct and Conflict of Interest Policy.
Keeps abreast of all pertinent federal, state and University Hospital regulations, laws, and policies as they presently exist and as they change or are modified.
Performs other facilities related duties as assigned.