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Building Maintenance Technician III - Carpenter

Children's National Hospital
Washington, DC Full Time
POSTED ON 1/6/2026 CLOSED ON 5/14/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Building Maintenance Technician III - Carpenter position at Children's National Hospital?

The team is currently looking for a carpenter.

The Building Maintenance Technician (BMT) III will encompass all duties of a BMT I and II position and complete tasks of a more complex level with minimal supervision. The BMT III position will perform minor to complex maintenance and service as needed to support ongoing facility operations that are initiated through work requests or as dispatched by the engineering control room, call center , and or a member of management in accordance with Hospital standards. Will perform a variety of renovation and construction duties required to complete small and medium construction and renovation projects throughout the hospital. Will coordinate or assist projects assigned by project manager. Will have the ability to multi-task projects and prioritizes assignments which will also include low level to complex installations, troubleshooting, repairs, and maintain general building systems and structure throughout all facilities. Will assist with maintenance service and repairs in the areas of electrical, plumbing, and mechanical. Will perform carpentry , painting, plastering, tank changing, door hardware and automatic doors. Will respond to low-level to complex requests in order of priority and assist both with routine-to-complex request on an as needed basis. Will ensure smooth transition of responsibilities to next shift. Will respond to all hospital emergencies of any nature which include but is not limited to leaks, fire alarms, odors, snow removal, etc.

Minimum Education

High School Diploma or GED Or equivalent required

Ability to read and understand construction blueprints; Ability to utilize tools and equipment associated with job description to perform job assignments; Must maintain Hilti certification for the repair of fire and smoke barriers; Demonstrates ability to use PC; General knowledge of internet; Understands the standards and regulations pertaining to fire doors and smoke barriers; Valid driver’s license is required. (Required)

Minimum Work Experience

7 years related and progressive experience of general maintenance, carpentry, and safe working knowledge of mechanical/plumbing and electrical experience (Required)

Ability to lift > 50 < 75 pounds; Ability to use general maintenance equipment such as ladders, drills, etc.; Strong oral and written communication skills; Working knowledge of all applicable EPA & OSHA standards related to the position; Ability to use PC; working knowledge of Internet; willingness to learn new software or programs; familiarity with automated work order systems; Applicant should be well versed in the use of Microsoft office (Required)

Required Licenses And Certifications

Must have a valid driver’s license and the ability to operate hospital vehicles. (Required)

Functional Accountabilities

Building Maintenance Technician III Competencies

  • Construct, remodel, remove and/or replace partitions, ceilings, doors, windows, floors furniture, cabinets and other fixtures, able to performing minor repairs. Basic to complex repairs include but are not limited to doors, knobs, closures, locksets, automatic doors, assist with routine to emergency air handler repairs.
  • Ability to install or repair plastic laminate, paint, drywall (installation and finishing) ceramic tile, VCT and concrete.
  • Ability to read and construct from both formal blueprints and informal sketches.
  • Proficient in cabinet making skills as well as rough and fine carpentry work skills.
  • Ability to perform carpentry skills common to the trade at a high quality standard.
  • Read and interpret blueprints and specifications.
  • Participate in pre-construction planning and document review sessions.
  • Inspect, maintain and repair firewalls, smoke barriers and other fire rated structures.
  • Install and repair all standard hardware including locks and door closings.
  • Mount pictures, diplomas, chalkboards, dispensers etc.
  • Assemble carts, tables and other furniture items.
  • High dusting to include vent cleaning, ledges, fixtures and sprinkler heads.
  • Repair and/of replace desk and cabinet locks, doorknobs and locks.
  • Replace damaged ceiling tiles and make repairs to ceiling grid as needed.
  • Troubleshoot and preempt emergencies by trouble shooting problem areas in hospital; Based on data analysis, works with shift engineer identify potential areas of concern in the hospital.
  • Document trends in equipment performance and recommend corrective action or replacement.
  • Respond to all emergencies and is able to trouble shoot and provide assistance to the Control Room. Emergencies include but are not limited to electrical outages, water penetrations, and weather related emergencies.
  • Install, repair and maintain automatic doors and door controls.

Quality Assurance

  • Take the initiative to identify and report deficiencies in the physical plant of the hospital by submitting work orders through the work order system.
  • Diagnose and resolve trouble ticket/work orders thoroughly until completed.
  • Routinely follow up with manager to communicate or request assistance in order to complete work orders, when necessary.
  • Follow up with the requester after completion of a work order to ensure problem has been corrected.
  • Routinely utilize all safety measures as related to work orders and specific tasks.
  • Takes the initiative to identify and report deficiencies in the physical plant of the hospital by submitting work orders through the work order system.
  • Diagnose and resolve trouble ticket/work orders thoroughly until completed.

Customer Service

  • Follow up with the requestor regarding work orders, in a timely manner, upon receipt.
  • Communicate to requester steps for completion of work order and provide any follow up information.
  • At all times represent the engineering staff in a professional and helpful manner.

Administrative

  • Compile list of materials to be ordered and submit to supervisor. Complete and update work orders daily for work completed each day.
  • Prepare requisitions for ERP.
  • Assist with projects needs as assigned.
  • Ability to use supply order system (shows progress), ability to use the work order system and ability to use email system.

Primary Location

District of Columbia-Washington

Work Locations

CN Hospital (Main Campus)

Job

Facilities / Security

Organization

Real Estate

Position Status

R (Regular)

Shift

Variable

Work Schedule

Variable

Job Posting

Sep 9, 2025, 1:56:13 AM

Full-Time Salary Range

54724.8

Salary : $54,725 - $107,370

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