Carpenter

Your experience matters 

At UP Health System - Marquette, we are committed to empowering and supporting a diverse and determined workforce who can drive quality, scalability, and significant impact across our hospitals and communities. In your role, you'll support those that are in our facilities who are interfacing and providing care to our patients and community members. We believe that our collective efforts will shape a healthier future for the communities we serve.

 What we offer

Fundamental to providing great care is supporting and rewarding our team. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:  

• Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits for full-time employees
• Competitive Paid Time Off 
• Employee Assistance Program - mental, physical, and financial wellness assistance
• Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance for qualified applicants
• And much more...

About Us 

People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. UPHS - Marquette is a 222 bed hospital in Marquette, MI and houses the region's only Level II Trauma Center and Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU). We also provide outreach with programs like annual health and safety fairs, health screenings for the entire family and more to keep our community healthy!

In Marquette our fascinating history, rural landscape, abundant recreational opportunities, and welcoming people make the Upper Peninsula someplace special. From a thriving culinary scene to charming shops to historic lighthouses and museums, there is something for everyone in this beautiful lakeside gem.

How you'll contribute 

A Carpenter performs and is responsible for maintenance duties, including (but not limited to) plumbing, electrical and other facility repairs as assigned by Director of Plant Operations. This position specializes in carpentry and construction.

Qualifications and requirements 

Education: High School Diploma or GED Required. Associates Degree preferred
Required Skills: 

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Good computer skills required (must be able to work with maintenance software, company e-mail, complete on-line trainings, etc.)
• Ability to problem-solve effectively and handle stress in a positive manner
• Maintain harmonious relationships with nursing personnel, medical staff, hospital administration, and all hospital departments
• Minimum of 3 years experience in construction/carpentry trade
   

Essential functions:

• Construct, repair, and maintain wooden structures such as furniture, cabinets, walls, etc.
• Install and repair doors and door hardware
• Build and repair partitions with metal studs
• Finish cement, dry wall, and other surfaces

• Painting

• Install and repair all types of commercial flooring

• Use hand tools related to carpenter trade such as hammers, squares, levels, ruler, dry-wall tools, nail pullers, cement tools, etc.

• Use power tools including saws, drills, nail gun, etc.

• Perform preventive maintenance on equipment
   

Functional Demands

• Work requires physical ability such as walking, standing, sitting, climbing ladders and using lifts, working on elevated levels, and lifting unassisted 50 pounds while carrying 20 feet

• Ability to read a tape measure and relay measurements, work in confined spaces, and properly use various types of tools

• Able to work in 0 degree weather to remove snow and repair equipment

• Involves mental activity and problem-solving

• May be exposed to injury by irrational or disturbed patients, patients with
  communicable diseases, and/or potentially dangerous equipment

• Risk of exposure to infectious diseases and hazardous materials

• Walking and standing for long periods of time depending on workload. 

• Walking intermittently through halls of hospital and outside

• Bending required frequently, 45-90 degree angles

• Reading and writing required regularly to follow job description

EEOC Statement:

UP Health System - Marquette is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of color, race, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, veterans' status or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.