Carpenter

ROLE SUMMARY

Howard University Hospital is seeking a skilled Carpenter to join our Facilities Management this role you will inspect install repair modify and maintain wood drywall floor and ceiling tile metal studs cabinets and doors across the hospital keeping our physical environment safe functional and ready for the patients families and staff who depend on it every day. If you take pride in precision trade work and want that work to matter this is a place where it does.

WHAT YOULL DO

• Construct repair alter install and maintain wooden and metal structures throughout the hospital.
• Construct and install window frames door frames windows doors inside walls ceramic tile floors ceilings ceiling tile and grid counters closets cabinets shelves casings and wood foundations; install and finish drywall and similar structures; and lay beam.
• Read and accurately interpret drawings blueprints specifications and single line drawings necessary to complete the work.
• Operate and maintain hand stationary and portable power tools of the carpentry trade shop woodworking equipment and standard measuring equipment such as rulers levels carpenters square and laser measuring and leveling devices.
• Calculate the quantity of materials needed and assemble the proper tools and materials for each job.
• Ensure work is completed in an acceptable manner observing the appropriate trade practice and safety procedures.
• Support the Health Sciences Compliance Program and the Howard University Code of Ethics complete annual compliance and HIPAA privacy training and maintain the confidentiality of patients families and staff.
• Assume other duties and responsibilities related and appropriate to the position and area.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Three (3) years of work experience in carpentry at the Journeyman level.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the methods techniques and safe use of tools used in carpentry and ceramic tile installation.
• Ability to read and interpret sketches diagrams and blueprints.
• Familiarity with computer applications such as PC spreadsheets and with current codes standards and regulations (e.g. OSHA Fire and Life Safety).
• Ability to work individually or as part of a team to complete projects on time.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• High attention to detail; excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills when interacting with department and medical staff.
• Availability to work days evenings nights weekends and holidays as scheduled; the hospital operates continuously and the organization reserves the right to alter working hours based on need.
• Physical requirements: frequent walking and standing; occasional sitting bending and squatting; occasional lifting and carrying of 035 lbs. and of 35 lbs. or more using equipment.

ABOUT HOWARD UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL

Founded in 1862 as Freedmens Hospital Howard University Hospital is the nations only teaching hospital located on the campus of a Historically Black College and University. A designated Level 1 Trauma Center for the District of Columbia HUH has served the Washington DC community for more than 150 years and remains one of the nations leading institutions for the education of Black health professionals. Our mission of compassionate patient-centered care is carried out every day by a workforce that reflects the community we serve.

WHAT WE OFFER

Howard University Hospital invests in the people who care for our patients and our facilities:

• A commitment to work-life balance and a supportive team environment.
• Recognition and rewards for the contributions you make.
• Comprehensive benefits including health coverage disability protection vacation and sick leave and a 403(b) retirement plan.
• Tuition remission of up to two courses per semester.
• The opportunity to be part of a mission-driven institution with more than 150 years of service to the District of Columbia.

POSITION DETAILS

PAY

This position is covered by the collective bargaining agreement between Howard University Hospital and Local 2094. Pay is set by the Local 2094 wage scale for Grade 2094-18.

Hourly base pay range: $24.07 $38.52

Placement within the range is determined in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement. Shift and weekend differentials may apply in addition to base pay as provided under the agreement.

COMPLIANCE STATEMENTS

Culture of Care: In an effort to improve patient safety Howard University Hospital supports a Just Culture. This atmosphere of accountability promotes the identification of human error (mistake) at-risk behavior (behavioral choice that increases risk) and reckless behavior (disregard for risk). The goal is to maintain a culture for learning safe systems and well-managed behavioral choices.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Howard University Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin age disability protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal state or local law.

Reasonable Accommodation: Howard University Hospital provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities during the application and hiring process. If you require an accommodation please contact

Pay Transparency: The pay range listed above reflects the base hourly rate for this position under the applicable collective bargaining agreement. Actual pay is determined by the terms of that agreement and does not include differentials overtime or benefits.

Disclaimer: The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of duties responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. The organization reserves the right to alter working hours based on need.