Carpenter

CarpenterMajor duties and responsibilities will include:Constructs walls and partitions primarily using metal studs and plates; however, will also be required to work occasionally with wood/lumber for walls and partitions, rafters, floor joists, and bridging.Installs and/or replaces wood or metal doorframes, window frames, windows and doors.Installs sheetrock and insulation, paneling, roofing materials, pegboard, firecaulking and similar materials. Performs minor masonry and plastering related tasks in association with institutional carpentry duties.Will make minor repairs and changes to plaster walls, brick, block, and tile installations. Mixes cement, mortar, white and brown coat plaster for minor repairs and installations. Installs, replaces and repairs acoustical ceiling grid systems and wall-mounted acoustical panels.Prepares flooring for the installation of approved floor covering materials and installs vinyl tile, carpet and laminate flooring products. Installs, replaces and repairs cove base, corner guards, handrails, and protective wall rails. Installs plastic laminate such as formica, moldings, or picture frames.Constructs stairs, handrails, construction barriers and barricades as needed to support in-house construction efforts and comply with Interim Life Safety Measures and construction safety guidelines.Mortises door for locks and hinges and installs these devices in metal and wood doors. Regularly repairs, adjusts and installs other types of builders' hardware for doors to include self-closing devices, doorstops, window panels, push and pull plates, kick plates, window latches, mirrors, and wall mounted dispensers.Performs preventive maintenance and other related duties as assigned. Conducts routine inspections of handrails, grab bars and wall mounted fixtures for structural soundness.As a minimum, conducts semi-annual reviews of all fire-rated walls and doors for compliance with NFPA and Joint Commission standards. Reports findings of noncompliance to the Structural, Grounds & Transportation (SGT) Supervisor. Assembles, modifies and installs furniture, systems furniture, partitions and related appurtenances including, but not limited to, keyboard trays and ergonomic equipment. Relocates furniture, furnishings and nonmedical equipment as required in the course of performing duties.Work Schedule: Monday- Friday, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm Compressed, Flexible TourPosition Description Title/PD#: Carpenter/PD03848APhysical Requirements: The duties of this position require considerable movement around the hospital and involve bending, lifting, crawling through restrictive areas, and working from ladders, scaffolding, and platforms both in- and outside buildings. The Carpenter must frequently lift objects weighing up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift equipment or materials weighing 50 pounds or more with proper equipment. Assignments may require standing, stooping, kneeling, climbing, and working in tiring and uncomfortable positions. The Carpenter works in all areas throughout the medical center. Inside areas may be dirty, dusty, and greasy and contain bad odors. The Carpenter is: subject to danger of falling when working from ladders and scaffolds; exposed to moderately high noise levels; exposed to dust, fumes, and dirt; exposed to possible strains, cuts, electrical shock, bruises, burns, and infections; occasionally exposed to the possibility of broken bones. Outside duties are performed in all types of weather. The use of protective devices such as ear plugs, safety glasses, gloves, clothing, and safety equipment is required as needed.Promotion Potential: The selectee may be promoted to the full performance level without further competition when all regulatory, qualification, and performance requirements are met. Selection at a lower grade level does not guarantee promotion to the full performance level.