Carpenter II

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The Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH) is seeking a Capenter II. Join a healthcare organization where craftsmanship, leadership, and problem-solving directly contribute to a safe, functional, and welcoming environment for patients, visitors, and staff. This role serves as a key leader within the Facilities team, overseeing a wide range of repair, renovation, and remodeling projects throughout hospital buildings and related structures. Combining hands-on carpentry expertise with team supervision responsibilities, this position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the daily operations of a dynamic healthcare setting.

The ideal candidate is a skilled construction and maintenance professional who thrives in a collaborative environment and takes pride in delivering high-quality workmanship. In addition to leading and mentoring carpenters and other maintenance personnel, this role plays an essential part in preserving and enhancing hospital facilities through preventative maintenance, project coordination, and continuous improvement efforts. Candidates seeking a stable career, leadership opportunities, and the chance to support a mission-driven organization will find this to be a rewarding and impactful position.

Please note: The schedule for this position is Monday-Friday, 7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m., with days off being Saturday and Sunday.

Duties and Responsibilities (these duties are a general summary and not all inclusive):

• Inspect hospital buildings, facilities, and related structures to assess repair, maintenance, renovation, and alteration needs, providing recommendations to support a safe and functional environment.
• Plan, coordinate, and schedule carpentry projects and repair activities, including developing labor, material, cost, and time estimates to ensure efficient project completion.
• Manage inventory and procurement of lumber, hardware, tools, and supplies by monitoring stock levels, obtaining pricing, coordinating with vendors, and requisitioning materials as needed.
• Perform skilled carpentry work involving the construction, repair, installation, and maintenance of hospital structures, furnishings, equipment, and fixtures using hand and power tools.
• Execute structural repairs, alterations, and facility improvements, including replacing damaged components, repairing hardware, and maintaining the overall safety, appearance, and integrity of hospital properties.
• Install and renovate building components such as partitions, suspended ceilings, cabinetry, flooring, nursing stations, patient rooms, kitchens, offices, and other hospital spaces.
• Interpret, develop, and apply sketches, blueprints, layouts, and technical specifications to ensure projects are completed accurately and in accordance with requirements.
• Supervise, assign, and review the work of carpenters, skilled laborers, and maintenance personnel, providing guidance, training, and support to ensure quality workmanship and effective response to maintenance needs.
• Assist in evaluating repair and renovation feasibility, provide direction during emergency situations, and support departmental operations through participation in on-call and stand-by maintenance coverage.
• Collaborate with facilities and maintenance teams to support ongoing operations and perform additional related duties as required to maintain hospital infrastructure and services.

Required Qualifications:

• Thorough knowledge of carpentry principles, methods, materials, and construction techniques used in building maintenance, repair, and renovation projects.
• Working knowledge of carpentry tools, equipment, and materials, including the safe and effective use of hand and power tools.
• Strong understanding of workplace safety practices, procedures, and regulations related to carpentry and facility maintenance operations.
• Ability to read, interpret, and apply information from blueprints, drawings, sketches, plans, and technical specifications.
• Ability to accurately follow and execute oral and written instructions while maintaining high standards of workmanship and attention to detail.
• Strong planning and organizational skills with the ability to coordinate projects, prioritize workloads, and manage multiple assignments effectively.
• Effective verbal communication skills with the ability to provide clear direction, guidance, and instruction to staff and team members.
• Demonstrated leadership and supervisory abilities, including assigning work, evaluating performance, identifying training needs, coaching employees, and supporting corrective action processes when necessary.
• Ability to lift, carry, and move heavy materials, equipment, and supplies in support of carpentry and maintenance activities.
• Physical stamina and endurance required to perform demanding construction, repair, and maintenance tasks in a healthcare environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience performing carpentry, renovation, and building maintenance work within a hospital, healthcare, commercial, or institutional environment.
• Knowledge of facility maintenance policies, procedures, specifications, and guidelines related to carpentry and construction activities.
• Familiarity with healthcare facility standards, safety regulations, and infection prevention practices associated with renovation and repair projects.
• Understanding of supervisory principles, workforce planning, performance management, and employee development practices.
• Experience leading, training, and coordinating the work of carpenters, skilled trades personnel, or maintenance staff.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting blueprints, construction drawings, project specifications, and technical documents.
• Knowledge of inventory control, materials management, purchasing processes, and vendor coordination.
• Familiarity with work order management systems, maintenance documentation, and departmental recordkeeping requirements, including the use of agency forms and reports.
• Experience estimating labor, materials, project costs, and timelines for repair, renovation, and construction projects.
• Strong problem-solving, organizational, and project coordination skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced facility environment.

DPH Mission and Vision:

The mission of the Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH) is to promote and protect health and wellness and prevent injury and illness for all people, prioritizing racial equity in health by improving equitable access to quality public health and health care services and partnering with communities most impacted by health inequities and structural racism.

We envision a Commonwealth with an equitable and just public health system that supports optimal well-being for all people in Massachusetts, centering those with systemically and culturally oppressed identities and circumstances.

Learn more and share a one-pager on DPH and what we do: DPH at a Glance PDF | Doc

DPH Mission Statement:

The mission of the Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH) is to prevent illness, injury, and premature death, to assure access to high-quality public health and health care services, and to promote wellness and health equity for all people in the Commonwealth. We envision a Commonwealth in which all people enjoy optimal health. According to comparative analyses, Massachusetts ranks among the healthiest of states, but we still face numerous challenges, including chronic and infectious diseases, substance abuse, violence, preventable hospitalizations, and health disparities.

More information can be found at: www.mass.gov/DPH

About Western MA Hospital:

The Western Massachusetts Hospital is the only public hospital operating in the western region of Massachusetts with a mission to serve as a medical safety net for many uninsured and under-insured residents in the region. Western Massachusetts Hospital provides both acute and chronic hospital care to patients with a variety of chronic diseases and complicated medical conditions, such as:

• Cardiac and pulmonary disease
• Chronic neurological disorders
• Complications of strokes
• Dementia with major behavioral issues
• End stage terminal illnesses of various diagnoses

Consider joining our dynamic team of health care professionals in a work environment that provides high staff to patient ratio and delivers high quality care to all patients on all units. Enjoy the opportunity to provide quality services in a long-term care setting where familiar faces are the norm rather than the exception.

Learn more: https://www.mass.gov/locations/western-massachusetts-hospital

About the Department of Public Health:

The mission of the Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH) is to prevent illness, injury, and premature death, to assure access to high quality public health and health care services, and to promote wellness and health equity for all people in the Commonwealth. We envision a Commonwealth in which all people enjoy optimal health. Massachusetts ranks among the healthiest of states according to comparative analyses, but we face numerous challenges, including chronic and infectious disease, substance abuse, violence, preventable hospitalizations, and health disparities.

DPH coordinates programs and policies to address specific diseases and conditions and offer services to address the needs of vulnerable populations. We also develop, implement, promote, and enforce regulations and policies to assure that the conditions under which people live are most conducive to health and enable people to make healthy choices for themselves and their families. We license health professionals, healthcare facilities and a variety of businesses that impact public health. We operate the state laboratory and four public health hospitals. We monitor health status and manage vital records including births, marriages and deaths. We educate people about public health issues and work closely with local boards of health and community partners to identify and solve public health problems.

Learn more about nursing opportunities at DPH https://www.mass.gov/info-details/nursing-roles-at-dph

Pre-Offer Process:

A criminal background check will be completed on the recommended candidate as required by the regulations set forth by the Executive Office of Health and Human Services prior to the candidate being hired. For more information, please visit http://www.mass.gov/hhs/cori

Education, licensure and certifications will be verified in accordance with the Human Resources Division's Hiring Guidelines

Education and license/certification information provided by the selected candidate(s) is subject to the Massachusetts Public Records Law and may be published on the Commonwealth's website.

ADA Reasonable Accommodation:

If you require a reasonable accommodation with the application/interview process, please contact us at: EOHHS Candidate ADA Requests

For questions, please contact Human Resources at 1-800-510-4122 Option 4.

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The Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH) is seeking a Capenter II. Join a healthcare organization where craftsmanship, leadership, and problem-solving directly contribute to a safe, functional, and welcoming environment for patients, visitors, and staff. This role serves as a key leader within the Facilities team, overseeing a wide range of repair, renovation, and remodeling projects throughout hospital buildings and related structures. Combining hands-on carpentry expertise with team supervision responsibilities, this position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the daily operations of a dynamic healthcare setting.

The ideal candidate is a skilled construction and maintenance professional who thrives in a collaborative environment and takes pride in delivering high-quality workmanship. In addition to leading and mentoring carpenters and other maintenance personnel, this role plays an essential part in preserving and enhancing hospital facilities through preventative maintenance, project coordination, and continuous improvement efforts. Candidates seeking a stable career, leadership opportunities, and the chance to support a mission-driven organization will find this to be a rewarding and impactful position.

Please note: The schedule for this position is Monday-Friday, 7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m., with days off being Saturday and Sunday.

Duties and Responsibilities (these duties are a general summary and not all inclusive):

• Inspect hospital buildings, facilities, and related structures to assess repair, maintenance, renovation, and alteration needs, providing recommendations to support a safe and functional environment.
• Plan, coordinate, and schedule carpentry projects and repair activities, including developing labor, material, cost, and time estimates to ensure efficient project completion.
• Manage inventory and procurement of lumber, hardware, tools, and supplies by monitoring stock levels, obtaining pricing, coordinating with vendors, and requisitioning materials as needed.
• Perform skilled carpentry work involving the construction, repair, installation, and maintenance of hospital structures, furnishings, equipment, and fixtures using hand and power tools.
• Execute structural repairs, alterations, and facility improvements, including replacing damaged components, repairing hardware, and maintaining the overall safety, appearance, and integrity of hospital properties.
• Install and renovate building components such as partitions, suspended ceilings, cabinetry, flooring, nursing stations, patient rooms, kitchens, offices, and other hospital spaces.
• Interpret, develop, and apply sketches, blueprints, layouts, and technical specifications to ensure projects are completed accurately and in accordance with requirements.
• Supervise, assign, and review the work of carpenters, skilled laborers, and maintenance personnel, providing guidance, training, and support to ensure quality workmanship and effective response to maintenance needs.
• Assist in evaluating repair and renovation feasibility, provide direction during emergency situations, and support departmental operations through participation in on-call and stand-by maintenance coverage.
• Collaborate with facilities and maintenance teams to support ongoing operations and perform additional related duties as required to maintain hospital infrastructure and services.

Required Qualifications:

• Thorough knowledge of carpentry principles, methods, materials, and construction techniques used in building maintenance, repair, and renovation projects.
• Working knowledge of carpentry tools, equipment, and materials, including the safe and effective use of hand and power tools.
• Strong understanding of workplace safety practices, procedures, and regulations related to carpentry and facility maintenance operations.
• Ability to read, interpret, and apply information from blueprints, drawings, sketches, plans, and technical specifications.
• Ability to accurately follow and execute oral and written instructions while maintaining high standards of workmanship and attention to detail.
• Strong planning and organizational skills with the ability to coordinate projects, prioritize workloads, and manage multiple assignments effectively.
• Effective verbal communication skills with the ability to provide clear direction, guidance, and instruction to staff and team members.
• Demonstrated leadership and supervisory abilities, including assigning work, evaluating performance, identifying training needs, coaching employees, and supporting corrective action processes when necessary.
• Ability to lift, carry, and move heavy materials, equipment, and supplies in support of carpentry and maintenance activities.
• Physical stamina and endurance required to perform demanding construction, repair, and maintenance tasks in a healthcare environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience performing carpentry, renovation, and building maintenance work within a hospital, healthcare, commercial, or institutional environment.
• Knowledge of facility maintenance policies, procedures, specifications, and guidelines related to carpentry and construction activities.
• Familiarity with healthcare facility standards, safety regulations, and infection prevention practices associated with renovation and repair projects.
• Understanding of supervisory principles, workforce planning, performance management, and employee development practices.
• Experience leading, training, and coordinating the work of carpenters, skilled trades personnel, or maintenance staff.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting blueprints, construction drawings, project specifications, and technical documents.
• Knowledge of inventory control, materials management, purchasing processes, and vendor coordination.
• Familiarity with work order management systems, maintenance documentation, and departmental recordkeeping requirements, including the use of agency forms and reports.
• Experience estimating labor, materials, project costs, and timelines for repair, renovation, and construction projects.
• Strong problem-solving, organizational, and project coordination skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced facility environment.

DPH Mission and Vision:

The mission of the Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH) is to promote and protect health and wellness and prevent injury and illness for all people, prioritizing racial equity in health by improving equitable access to quality public health and health care services and partnering with communities most impacted by health inequities and structural racism.

We envision a Commonwealth with an equitable and just public health system that supports optimal well-being for all people in Massachusetts, centering those with systemically and culturally oppressed identities and circumstances.

Learn more and share a one-pager on DPH and what we do: DPH at a Glance PDF | Doc

DPH Mission Statement:

The mission of the Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH) is to prevent illness, injury, and premature death, to assure access to high-quality public health and health care services, and to promote wellness and health equity for all people in the Commonwealth. We envision a Commonwealth in which all people enjoy optimal health. According to comparative analyses, Massachusetts ranks among the healthiest of states, but we still face numerous challenges, including chronic and infectious diseases, substance abuse, violence, preventable hospitalizations, and health disparities.

More information can be found at: www.mass.gov/DPH

About Western MA Hospital:

The Western Massachusetts Hospital is the only public hospital operating in the western region of Massachusetts with a mission to serve as a medical safety net for many uninsured and under-insured residents in the region. Western Massachusetts Hospital provides both acute and chronic hospital care to patients with a variety of chronic diseases and complicated medical conditions, such as:

• Cardiac and pulmonary disease
• Chronic neurological disorders
• Complications of strokes
• Dementia with major behavioral issues
• End stage terminal illnesses of various diagnoses

Consider joining our dynamic team of health care professionals in a work environment that provides high staff to patient ratio and delivers high quality care to all patients on all units. Enjoy the opportunity to provide quality services in a long-term care setting where familiar faces are the norm rather than the exception.

Learn more: https://www.mass.gov/locations/western-massachusetts-hospital

About the Department of Public Health:

The mission of the Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH) is to prevent illness, injury, and premature death, to assure access to high quality public health and health care services, and to promote wellness and health equity for all people in the Commonwealth. We envision a Commonwealth in which all people enjoy optimal health. Massachusetts ranks among the healthiest of states according to comparative analyses, but we face numerous challenges, including chronic and infectious disease, substance abuse, violence, preventable hospitalizations, and health disparities.

DPH coordinates programs and policies to address specific diseases and conditions and offer services to address the needs of vulnerable populations. We also develop, implement, promote, and enforce regulations and policies to assure that the conditions under which people live are most conducive to health and enable people to make healthy choices for themselves and their families. We license health professionals, healthcare facilities and a variety of businesses that impact public health. We operate the state laboratory and four public health hospitals. We monitor health status and manage vital records including births, marriages and deaths. We educate people about public health issues and work closely with local boards of health and community partners to identify and solve public health problems.

Learn more about nursing opportunities at DPH https://www.mass.gov/info-details/nursing-roles-at-dph

Pre-Offer Process:

A criminal background check will be completed on the recommended candidate as required by the regulations set forth by the Executive Office of Health and Human Services prior to the candidate being hired. For more information, please visit http://www.mass.gov/hhs/cori

Education, licensure and certifications will be verified in accordance with the Human Resources Division's Hiring Guidelines

Education and license/certification information provided by the selected candidate(s) is subject to the Massachusetts Public Records Law and may be published on the Commonwealth's website.

ADA Reasonable Accommodation:

If you require a reasonable accommodation with the application/interview process, please contact us at: EOHHS Candidate ADA Requests

For questions, please contact Human Resources at 1-800-510-4122 Option 4.

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First consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days.

Minimum Entrance Requirements:

Applicants must have at least (A) three years of full-time, or equivalent part-time, experience in carpentry, woodworking or cabinetmaking work, or (B) any equivalent combination of the required experience and the substitutions below.

Substitutions:

I. A diploma or certificate from a recognized trade, vocational or vocational school at high school level or higher, with a major in carpentry, woodworking, or cabinetmaking may be substituted for a maximum of two years of the required experience.

Special Requirements: None.

Salary placement is determined by a combination of factors, including the candidate's years of directly related experience and education, and alignment with our internal compensation structure as set forth by the Human Resources Division's Hiring Guidelines. For all bargaining unit positions (non-management), compensation is subject to the salary provisions outlined in the applicable collective bargaining agreement and will apply to placement within the appropriate salary range.

Title 101 CMR 23.00 ("Regulation") requires certain agency staff to have received the COVID-19 vaccination and Influenza vaccination, or have taken required mitigation measures, to prevent viral infection and transmission in State Hospitals and State Congregate Care Facilities. The Regulation applies to this position. Successful candidates will be required to acknowledge and attest to your vaccination status for both COVID-19 and Influenza.

Comprehensive Benefits

When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future.

Want the specifics? Explore our Employee Benefits and Rewards!

An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC) may self-select out of opportunities if they don''t meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.

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First consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days.

Minimum Entrance Requirements:

Applicants must have at least (A) three years of full-time, or equivalent part-time, experience in carpentry, woodworking or cabinetmaking work, or (B) any equivalent combination of the required experience and the substitutions below.

Substitutions:

I. A diploma or certificate from a recognized trade, vocational or vocational school at high school level or higher, with a major in carpentry, woodworking, or cabinetmaking may be substituted for a maximum of two years of the required experience.

Special Requirements: None.

Salary placement is determined by a combination of factors, including the candidate's years of directly related experience and education, and alignment with our internal compensation structure as set forth by the Human Resources Division's Hiring Guidelines. For all bargaining unit positions (non-management), compensation is subject to the salary provisions outlined in the applicable collective bargaining agreement and will apply to placement within the appropriate salary range.

Title 101 CMR 23.00 ("Regulation") requires certain agency staff to have received the COVID-19 vaccination and Influenza vaccination, or have taken required mitigation measures, to prevent viral infection and transmission in State Hospitals and State Congregate Care Facilities. The Regulation applies to this position. Successful candidates will be required to acknowledge and attest to your vaccination status for both COVID-19 and Influenza.

Comprehensive Benefits

When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future.

Want the specifics? Explore our Employee Benefits and Rewards!

An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC) may self-select out of opportunities if they don''t meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.

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