Carpenter

Unit Summary

The Engineering Department at Hamilton Health Sciences is an integral part of the support services, providing facilities maintenance services to all buildings, wards and departments at Hamilton General, Juravinski, JCC and McMaster Medical Centre sites. The Engineering staff is comprised of numerous and varied trades, including Cogeneration Building Operators in the power plant, Electricians, Plumbers, Millwrights, Carpenters, Painters, etc. all contributing to the safe and efficient operation of the facilities. The department's goals can best be summarized as "SERVICE EXCELLENCE".

Position Summary

Under general supervision, the Carpenter is responsible for the construction, installation, repairs and maintenance of cabinet work, drywall partitions, doors and frames, windows, concrete floors, furniture, framework, locks, hardware, hinges, closures, weather stripping, blinds, curtain track and ceiling tile, exterior building repairs including soffits, minor glazing, caulking and minor roof repairs. Functions in accordance with duties defined in the job description of a Carpenter. May be assigned to work at any HHS site.

Schedule Work Hours

Monday to Friday; days

This position is temporary until July 2026.

Qualifications

• Current Province of Ontario General Carpenter Trade Certificate
• Minimum five years experience as a qualified Tradesperson
• Demonstrated ability to follow verbal and written instructions in English
• Demonstrated ability to use tools and equipment of the trade
• Demonstrated ability and willingness to work in areas that are cold, hot, dusty, dirty, noisy amongst machinery, at

elevated levels and cramped quarters

Hamilton Health Sciences fosters a culture of patient and staff safety, whereby all employees are guided by our Mission, Vision, Values, and Values Based Code of Conduct. Hamilton Health Sciences is a teaching hospital and all staff and physicians are expected to support students and other learners.

To be considered for this opportunity applicants must apply during the posting period. All internal and external applicants may ONLY apply via the Careers website. This job posting is for an existing vacancy.

Hamilton Health Sciences is an equal opportunity employer and we will accommodate any needs under the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedom, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code. Hiring processes will be modified to remove barriers to accommodate those with disabilities, if requested. Should any applicant require accommodation through the application processes, please contact Human Resources at 905-521-2100, Ext. 46947 for assistance. If the applicant requires a specific accommodation because of a disability during an interview, the applicant will need to advise the hiring manager when scheduling the interview and the appropriate accommodations can be made.

This competition is open to all qualified applicants, however, qualified internal applicants will be considered first. Past performance will be considered as part of the selection process. If you are a previous employee of Hamilton Health Sciences, please note : the circumstances around an employee's exit will be considered prior to an offer of employment. Proficiency in both Official Languages, French and English, is considered an asset.