Carpenter
Massachusetts General Hospital · Boston, Massachusetts, United States · 2 days ago
Management$31.98–$47.85/hrFull-time
Patient Care
- Perform general carpentry work, including demolition and reconstruction of walls, drywall installation, and suspended ceiling installation.
- Design, build, install, and repair shelves, bulletin boards, desktops, cabinets, partitions, and other fixtures using blueprints, drawings, and specifications.
- Install and repair doors, frames, windows, wall shelving, door closers, and hinges.
- Build custom fixtures and specialty items such as picture frames, coat racks, and other requested furnishings.
- Estimate labor, materials, and time requirements for carpentry projects.
Safeguarding the Environment
- Safely operate a variety of hand and power tools, including saws, lathes, sanders, drills, drill presses, and hammers.
- Perform minor repairs to furniture and equipment, including chairs, desks, and other wood furnishings.
- Maintain tools and equipment in safe working condition.
Company Policies and Standards
- Follow all departmental and organizational policies, procedures, and safety standards.
Qualifications
- High School Diploma or equivalent required.
- Trade, Technical, or Vocational training in a related field preferred.
- Relevant experience may be considered in place of formal education.
- Experience 3–5 years of direct carpentry experience involving wood construction, maintenance, and repair required.
- Additional experience in cabinet making or related carpentry specialties preferred.
Skills and Abilities
- Ability to read, interpret, and work from drawings, blueprints, sketches, and measurements.
- Strong math and measurement skills.
- Ability to safely and efficiently operate a variety of hand and power tools.
- Commitment to maintaining equipment and work areas in a safe and organized manner.
- Strong attention to detail and adherence to established policies, procedures, and safety practices.
Physical Requirements
- Standing Constantly (67-100%)
- Walking Constantly (67-100%)
- Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs
- Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs
- Pushing Frequently (34-66%)
- Pulling Frequently (34-66%)
- Balancing Constantly (67-100%)
- Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)
- Crawling Occasionally (3-33%)
- Reaching Frequently (34-66%)
- Gross Manipulation (Handling) Constantly (67-100%)
- Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)
- Feeling Constantly (67-100%)
- Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)
- Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)
- Talking Constantly (67-100%)
- Hearing Constantly (67-100%)