Master Carpenter; Licensed - Plant Operations

Master Carpenter (Licensed)

The Master Carpenter is responsible for maintaining the aesthetic, sanitary, and structural integrity of the facility’s interior and exterior throughout the hospital. They perform highly skilled and advanced carpentry to include construction, installation, repair structures, casework and furniture while adhering to strict infection control, hygiene and fire-safety standards unique to a medical environment. This role also performs routine maintenance, inspections, and minor repairs on equipment, tools, furniture, and building systems.

The Carpenter follows all assigned tasks and work orders as directed by the Facilities Director while complying with hospital safety policies and infection control standards.

The Master Carpenter duties include performing skilled carpentry by following instructions, rough sketches or detailed drawings interpreting blueprints and specifications in the construction, repair, maintenance and alteration of all CRH buildings including walls, doors, door closures, floors, windows, ceilings, roofs, stairways, partitions, hydraulic door closures and all related fixtures. They build rough wooden structures such as barricades, boxes, concrete forms, scaffolds and wooden framework for use in various parts of the building.

They accomplish a variety of finish work by trimming, fitting and installing windows, doors, sheet rock, moldings, baseboards, paneling, etc. and performing other finish work as required. They lay flooring including tile and carpet. They install cabinets. They calculate quantity of materials needed, select stock, tools and supplies for the repair of hospital buildings. They safely operate woodworking machines, hand tools and power tools.

They respond promptly to maintenance requests and urgent repair needs. They rig staging or erect scaffolding. They maintain equipment and work areas in a clean and safe environment in all areas for patients and employees. They properly store, clean, and dispose of all supplies and equipment used according to departmental policies and procedures.

General duties include maintaining a safe and clean environment throughout all areas of the hospital and all external campuses for patients, visitors, and employees. Conducting regular inspections of buildings and grounds to identify maintenance, safety, or operational issues. Assisting with room setups, furniture moves, and minor installations. Following all safety, infection control, facility policies, and regulatory compliance requirements. Documenting work that is performed and reporting major or unresolved issues to the Facilities Director.

Supporting contractors and vendors during repairs, maintenance, or renovation projects. Learning other areas to assist in the areas of electrical, HVAC, fire alarm, etc. to help support the facility. Maintaining quality improvement (QI), testing, quality control, and departmental records as required. Demonstrating knowledge of and compliance with facility and departmental policies and procedures while exercising independent judgment, critical thinking, and discretion to perform duties effectively with minimal supervision.

Meeting attendance and punctuality requirements.