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General Service Technician - Carpenter

Good Samaritan Medical Center, Brockton, MA, United States


POSITION SUMMARY
Reporting to facilities management, the General Services Technician - Unlicensed Carpenter is responsible for the fabrication, installation, and repair of items associated with the carpentry field including but not limited to doors, windows, ceilings, floors, etc. The position also requires significant knowledge and recent full‑time experience in the preparation, decoration, and protection of interior and exterior surfaces of buildings.

Position:

General Service Technician - Carpenter

Department:

Facilities Maintenance

Schedule:

Full Time

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES / DUTIES

Apply all types of primers, lacquers, paints, varnish, etc.

Install doors and windows, make and install shades, repair furniture, and repair and install classroom fixtures.

Perform all types of remodeling and repair work on interiors and exteriors of buildings.

Use hand tools and operate table saws, drill presses, and other power tools.

Prepare surfaces for painting by using implements such as sandpaper, brushes, steel wool, scrapers, and/or cleaning detergents.

Fill nail holes, cracks, and joints with putty, plaster, or other filler.

Select premixed paint, or mix required portions of pigment, oil, and thinning and drying substances to prepare paint that matches specified colors.

Apply paint, varnish, stain, epoxies, urethanes, enamels, lacquers, or other protective coatings using brushes, spray gun, or paint rollers.

Carry, set‑up and move ladders, staging, and drop cloths as needed.

Clean equipment and tools by use of solvents.

Cut, shape, and assemble wood, composition, and/or plastic sections with shop tools and equipment such as planers, jointers, shaper, routers, sanders, and various power saws.

Assemble prepared components for various structures, including chairs, desks, cabinets, bookcases, picture frames, and paneled doors.

Prepare structures for finish applications by planning, shaping, and sanding; using hand and power tools.

Read and interpret plans, sketches, and shop drawings for milling and fabrication.

Determine type and dimensions of wood stock to be used.

Maintain and clean equipment and work area.

Responsible for the daily preparation of the parts and tools for each day’s activities.

Complete work in a timely and workmanlike manner.

Coordinate work functions with fellow workers.

Coordinate with assigned manager for the use of non-stock hospital tools and ensure they are returned to the appropriate place in a timely manner.

Participate in hospital-wide internal training/meetings as required.

Maintain and safeguard hospital tools in a professional manner.

Maintain equipment manuals and repair records.

Maintain “in house” inventory of parts for emergency / off‑hour repairs.

May direct work of student workers as assigned.

Respond to on‑call and overtime requirements as needed.

Perform similar or related duties as required.

Create and maintain timely and accurate maintenance logs utilizing the hospital’s continuous maintenance management system (CMMS).

Understand and adhere to hospital operating procedures pertaining to the use of resources, time tracking and logging of timely and accurate maintenance and repair activities utilizing division and hospitals systems of record.

EXPECTED TO PERFORM SOME OR ALL OF THE FOLLOWING

Perform all general maintenance duties.

Makes rounds as assigned.

Plan and perform preventative maintenance schedules as assigned.

Troubleshoot all designated equipment and report any problems.

Prepare stock orders for purchasing for all maintenance.

Paint all painted and unpainted surfaces as assigned.

Plan and perform the construction, installation, renovation, maintenance and repair of the carpentry related functions.

Set up and clean meeting rooms according to the specifications of requestor.

Collect and dispose of trash.

Perform minor repairs on equipment used in performing duties.

Assist and supervise outside vendors (technicians) with the installation, repair, maintenance etc., of designated equipment/systems.

Deliver equipment and supplies throughout the health center as instructed.

Respond to calls/requests for maintenance issues from staff.

Make regular rounds on all floors and correct problems in related field.

During the winter season, snow and ice removal for all pathways, ramps and sidewalks – shoveling and snow blower.

Evaluate the building and mechanical equipment periodically to determine the need for repairs and to ensure proper safety, efficiency of operation and compliance with all set standards.

Confer and consult with the health center administration on matters pertaining to necessary equipment and preventative maintenance in order to recommend work orders and/or maintenance contracts.

Maintain compliance of all prescribed safety procedures and encourage others to do likewise, resulting in no preventable accidents.

Responsible for receiving all delivered supplies from various vendors at the loading area and unpacking and storing them neatly and securely.

Perform the various functions to operate all machinery/equipment. Machinery includes lawn equipment and snow blowers.

Perform all work in a safe and efficient manner.

Work, as assigned, in order to maintain a safe and efficient patient‑oriented environment.

Ensure work areas are clean and free of debris upon completion of all tasks.

Utilize hospital’s Core Values as the basis for decision making and to facilitate the division's hospital mission.

Follow established hospital infection control and safety procedures.

Adhere to all of BMC’s RESPECT behavioral standards.

(The above statements in this job description are intended to depict the general nature and level of work assigned to the employee(s) in this job. The above is not intended to represent an exhaustive list of accountable duties and responsibilities required).

JOB REQUIREMENTS
EDUCATION

High School diploma or GED

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS REQUIRED:

Valid US Driver’s License

EXPERIENCE:

Minimum of 7 years relevant experience as a carpenter and at least five current years working in the field.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

Experience in general maintenance required for all duties.

Must be able to read and comprehend blueprints.

Must have working knowledge of computers in a Windows environment and Computerized Maintenance Management Systems.

Must have effective oral and written communications skills with the ability to read, write and comprehend the English language.

Must be able to work professionally and tactfully with fellow employees, faculty, students and staff; deal with difficult people and/or stressful scenarios.

Compensation Range:

$26.35- $39.16

This range offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications. However, our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and a broad range of factors is considered when making an offer. This includes education, experience, and licensure/certifications directly related to position requirements. In addition, BMCHS offers generous total compensation that includes, but is not limited to, benefits (medical, dental, vision, pharmacy), contract increases, Flexible Spending Accounts, 403(b) savings matches, earned time cash out, paid time off, career advancement opportunities, and resources to support employee and family wellbeing.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans

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