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Carpenter

Brigham and Women's Hospital
Boston, MA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/4/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/3/2026
Site: The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc.

Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.

Job Summary

40 HOUR DAY SHIFT

Summary

Under general direction of the carpentry supervisor of leader in charge performs routine carpentry tasks in the construction, maintenance and repair of wood structures, fixtures, and furnishings according to blueprints, drawings, and specific instructions.

May be required to carry the on-call pager.

May be required to work weekends on rotating shifts.

Does this position require Patient Care? No

Essential Functions

  • Performs general carpentry tasks such as demolishing and rebuilding walls, installing suspended ceilings, and installing drywall.
  • Designs, builds, installs and/or repairs shelves, bulletin boards, desktops, cabinets, and partitions according to blueprints or drawings.
  • Installs doors, frames windows and wall shelves.
  • Hangs doors, sets frames, and fixes door closers and hinges.
  • Builds a variety of fixtures on request such as picture frames and coat racks.
  • Estimates time required and supplies needed for carpentry projects.
  • Operates hand and power tools such as saws, lathes, handsaws, sanders, drills, drill pressers, hammers to complete the work efficiently and safely.
  • Performs minor repairs of hospital furniture such as repairing broken chairs, desks, etc.
  • Responds to requests for carpentry services as requested.
  • Maintains and controls an inventory of parts and supplies for door hardware.
  • Installs and maintains doors, door closures, crash bars, exit devices as well as any miscellaneous door hardware, excluding the locks.
  • Recommends hardware specifications for projects as required.
  • Attends and actively participates in department, team and one on one meetings with supervisor.
  • Provides updates in shift huddles with team members to ensure continuity of services across shifts.
  • Maintains a safe and clean work environment in areas where work is performed and in Engineering department.
  • Closes work order in Maximo to maintain an accurate record of services provided.
  • Completes work in accordance with regulatory and accreditation standards.
  • Supports team members to problem solve and complete work orders to meet customer needs.
  • Upholds BWH values and customer service standards in all interactions within and outside of the Engineering Department.

Qualifications

Education Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? Licenses and Credentials Experience 2 years of technical training or related experience required and Direct carpentry experience in wood constructions, maintenance and repair 2-3 years required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities - Must be able to read, write and perform arithmetic calculations to read and interpret drawings and sketches and complete accurate measurements. - Requires knowledge of carpentry skills such as cabinet making. - Must be able to operate safely and efficiently a variety of hand and power tools. - Work requires the ability to lift lumber, doors, and heavy times (over 30 lbs.) regularly.

Additional Job Details (if Applicable)

Physical Requirements

  • Standing Constantly (67-100%)
  • Walking Constantly (67-100%)
  • Sitting Rarely (Less than 2%)
  • Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs
  • Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs
  • Pushing Frequently (34-66%)
  • Pulling Frequently (34-66%)
  • Climbing Occasionally (3-33%)
  • Balancing Constantly (67-100%)
  • Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)
  • Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)
  • Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)
  • Crawling Occasionally (3-33%)
  • Reaching Frequently (34-66%)
  • Gross Manipulation (Handling) Constantly (67-100%)
  • Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)
  • Feeling Constantly (67-100%)
  • Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
  • Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)
  • Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)
  • Talking Constantly (67-100%)
  • Hearing Constantly (67-100%)

Remote Type

Onsite

Work Location

50 Staniford Street

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Employee Type

Regular

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Pay Range

$42.79 - $42.79/Hourly

Grade

EN3109

At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.

EEO Statement

2200 The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.

Mass General Brigham Competency Framework

At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership “looks like” by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.

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