Ochsner Health Careers | Search Jobs | Commercial Carpenter - Corporate Construction - Full Time - New Orleans

We've made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942, but one thing has never changed - our commitment to serve, heal, lead, educate, and innovate.  We believe that every award earned, every record broken and every patient helped is because of the dedicated employees who fill our hallways. 

At Ochsner, whether you work with patients every day or support those who do, you are making a difference and that matters.  Come make a difference at Ochsner Health and discover your future today! 

Education

Required - High School diploma or equivalent

Work Experience

Required - 5 years related experience including experience with  installing other materials to walls, including but not limited to, pre-hung doors, cabinets, etc., as specified by the manufacturer, using the correct tools to accomplish the job.  Experience working with minimal or no supervision. Experience with handling mental and physical stress and pressures to complete all jobs, including emergencies which could result in contact with patients, guests, family members and staff.

Highly Preferred Experience

-Commercial Flooring (vct, lvt, carpet tile installation)

-Metal Stud Framing

-Drywall hang, float, finish

-Commercial Doors and Hardware

- Acoustical ceiling installation

Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs)

• Strong time management skills and self directed
• Knowledge and experience in all phases of construction
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of the different kinds of woods, laminates, glues, and adhesives to be used for wood working 
• Excellent customer service skills
• Skills to work effectively under stress
• Read, write, draw, measure, and interpret blueprints and drawings

Job Duties

• Corporate construction repairs

• Using initiative and judgment when completing construction tasks

• Assists co-workers, follows up on completed tasks, and performs other duties as assigned. 

• Adheres to Ochsner’s policies.

Other related duties as required.  The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time.

Ochsner is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Physical and Environmental Demands

The physical essential functions of this job include (but are not limited to) the following:  Frequently exerting 10 to 20 pounds of force to move objects; occasionally exerting up to 100 pounds of force. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for sedentary work. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Are you ready to make a difference? Apply Today!

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Ochsner is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any legally protected class, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.