CARPENTER III

Overview

Provides general construction maintenance to all areas of Memorial Health System as assigned. Ensures work is completed per established policies/procedures, work order specifications and appropriate codes.

Education Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree, General Construction Certification, or completion of an apprenticeship program in carpentry required.
• Eight years of commercial carpentry experience with four years of leadership experience would be considered in lieu of degree/certification/apprenticeship program.

Licensure/Certification/Registry

• Must possess valid Illinois drivers license and must be deemed as an acceptable driver in accordance with the MHS Fleet Safety Policy (five year MVR will be required).

Experience

• Four years commercial carpentry experience required, including experience with fire doors, hardware, etc.

Other Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Thorough knowledge of woodworking, cabinetry and general construction.
• Demonstrated ability to read, understand and apply complex building codes such as NFPA and Joint Commission.
• Demonstrated ability to apply construction theory, read/understand blueprints, and other technical specifications.
• Analytical skills necessary to estimate building costs and quantities of materials and supplies needed.
• Ability to concentrate and pay close attention to detail for long periods of time.
• Have basic computer knowledge.
• Must possess routine hand tools used by a Carpenter.

Responsibilities

• Establishes work priorities ensuring efficient organization and coordination of activities within the general construction field per building codes and specifications.
• Performs complex tasks in the construction, maintenance and repair of structures, fixtures and furnishings according to blueprints, sketches and building codes.
• May perform masonry, steel studding and simple cabinet making using efficient and effective methods.
• May involve putting on of all hardware, putting up door closers, interior and exterior trim or finish; the hanging, setting, and installation of wood, metal or plastic doors, sashes, jambs, bucks, casing, molding, rails, base or mop boards, cabinets, workbenches, and bookcases.
• Interacts with patients and Medical Center personnel in a courteous, helpful, cooperative professional manner and follows Code of Conduct of Memorial Medical Center.
• Maintains appropriate dress and appearance, projecting a positive image of the Medical Center.
• Follows all safety procedures/policies and maintains effective standards of cleanliness of the Medical Center and its equipment.
• Knows thoroughly all hospital disaster codes and follows proper procedures immediately.
• Develops efficient and effective work practices that utilize time and material efficiently.
• Aids in completing division goals.
• Captures assigned work to meet the needs of customers, patients and visitors.
• Develops work practices that utilizes time and material efficiently.
• Makes recommendations for capital improvements.
• Completes all work orders in CMMS system accurately and within the time required.