Carpenter B – Plant Operations

At Jamaica Hospital Medical Center, a 384-bed community teaching hospital and Level I Trauma & Stroke Center, every team member plays a vital role in delivering compassionate, patient-centered care to the diverse communities of Queens. As part of the Medisys Health Network, we offer state-of-the-art facilities, professional growth opportunities, and a collaborative, inclusive environment where employees can make a meaningful impact every day. Join us and be part of a team dedicated to excellence, equity, and innovation in healthcare.

Carpenter B – Plant Operations
Jamaica Hospital Medical Center
Location: Queens, NY | Shift: Full-Time, Day Shift

Salary: $33.11/hr. Plus Full 1199 Union Benefits

Jamaica Hospital Medical Center, a proud member of the MediSys Health Network, is a 384-bed, fully accredited, community-based teaching hospital and a designated Level I Trauma and Stroke Center. Our Plant Operations Department provides comprehensive facility support, including maintenance, renovations, and infrastructure services across the hospital campus.

We are currently seeking  experienced Carpenter B candidates to join our team on a full-time, day-shift schedule. The successful candidate will support the maintenance and enhancement of the hospital’s physical environment through skilled carpentry work. This is a hands-on role that requires versatility, craftsmanship, and an understanding of healthcare facility standards.

Key Responsibilities

Under the supervision of the Lead Carpenter, the selected candidate will be responsible for:

• Reading and interpreting blueprints, sketches, and building plans to execute carpentry projects.
• Installing and repairing structural frameworks such as walls, floors, ceilings, doors, and partitions.
• Measuring, cutting, and shaping wood, plastic, and other building materials.
• Constructing, maintaining, and repairing doors, window frames, sashes, and wood furnishings.
• Performing demolition of sheetrock walls and ceiling systems.
• Repairing and replacing suspended ceiling systems and various types of tile (horizontal and vertical surfaces).
• Conducting preventative maintenance and minor renovations within the facility.
• Safely operating hand and power tools and maintaining clean, organized work areas.
• Performing other carpentry-related duties as assigned, with attention to hospital-specific safety and compliance standards.

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