Mechanic, Construction I

At UK King's Daughters, we’re not just a healthcare facility — we’re a family of dedicated professionals who share a passion for making a meaningful difference in the lives of our patients. We’re more than just a place to work; we’re a place to grow, thrive, and contribute to our community.

Job Description:

Job Summary

Responsible for performing demolition, carpentry, plumbing, electrical, painting, and related construction duties to support project completion. Executes tasks independently to ensure timely and quality project outcomes. Collaborates with team members to address project needs and resolve issues. Maintains safety standards and adheres to project specifications in all work performed.

Essential Functions

• Installs metal studding, framing, and ceiling structures.

• Installs, finishes, sands, and paints drywall and ceilings.

• Installs door frames, hangs doors, and installs all types of trim.

• Runs copper lines and brazes connections, excluding medical gas.

• Runs drain lines for plumbing fixtures.

• Runs control wiring as directed.

• Installs light fixtures, head walls, and related trim.

• Applies and installs all types of fireproofing materials.

• Performs field changes to blueprints and documents modifications.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education Requirement

High school diploma or equivalent experience

Experience Requirement

No work experience required

An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

All experience must be paid and in the same related field.

Part-time and PRN experience will be prorated based on hours worked per week.

Volunteer work and internships for academic credit are not counted.

Certifications & Licensures

Valid Driver’s license

Working Conditions

A. Lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects up to 50lbs: 4. Regular (> 50% of the time)

B. Lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects over 50lbs: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)

C. Standing or walking with objects up to 10lbs: 4. Regular (> 50% of the time)

D. Standing or walking with objects up to 25lbs: 4. Regular (> 50% of the time)

E. Sitting at computer workstation for extended periods: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)

F. Risk of back injury from moving, lifting or positioning patients, equipment, or materials: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)

G. Repetitive motion: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)

H. Working at heights above 4 feet: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)

I. Working in confined spaces: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)

J. Risk of injuries from use of equipment on the job: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)

K. Job-related travel: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)

L. Loud noises: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)

M. Temperature extremes: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)

N. Hazardous chemicals and fumes including waste: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)

O. Radiation: 1. Never

P. Burns: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)

Q. Cuts/Punctures: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)

R. Bloodborne/airborne pathogens: 1. Never

S. Recombinant DNA or viral vectors: 1. Never

T. Combative/violent people: 1. Never

U. Animal handling (including carcasses): 1. Never

V. Please specify other(s) and amount of exposure (i.e. Occasional, Intermittent or Regular): N/A

Physical Demands

This position requires regular lifting, pushing, and/or pulling of objects weighing up to 50 pounds; regular standing or walking with objects weighing up to 10 pounds and up to 25 pounds; intermittent lifting, pushing, and/or pulling of objects over 50 pounds; intermittent sitting at a computer workstation for extended periods of time; and intermittent performance of tasks with repetitive motions. Also involves intermittent risk of back injury from moving, lifting, or positioning equipment or materials; intermittent risk of injuries from use of equipment on the job; intermittent exposure to loud noises, temperature extremes, hazardous chemicals and fumes including waste, and cuts/punctures. Occasional work at heights above 4 feet, in confined spaces, exposure to burns, and occasional job-related travel may also be required.

Additional Job Descriptions

N/A

Department:

In-House Construction

Shift:

Days (United States of America)

Time Type:

Full time

Address:

2201 Lexington Avenue

City, State:

Ashland, Kentucky