Construction Engineer

Position Summary

Under general supervision, constructs, renovates, remodels and maintains structural areas of the Medical Center according to blueprints, construction documents, International Building Codes, JACHO and building specifications.

Position Responsibilities

Unit Specific Position Responsibilities

Reads blueprints and diagrams to determine procedures and specifications of articles to be constructed.

Frames walls with metal studs, installs door frames, windows and other related wall components. Installs drywall and wall system when complete.

Installs suspended acoustical ceiling rails and tile at predetermined heights.

Prepares existing substrate for laying flooring and installing base material.

Involved with all phases of building alterations; demolition of existing walls, ceilings and fixtures, adding doors or windows to existing walls and finish carpentry work required at project completion.

Determines quantities and orders materials for construction jobs according to plans.

Make repairs to walls, ceilings, floors and other surfaces.

Hangs and/or repairs wall coverings.

Applies coats of paint, varnish, stain, enamel, or lacquer to decorate and protect interior or exterior surfaces, trimmings, and fixtures of buildings and other structures.

Installs hardware such as doorknobs, door closures and panic devices.

Exhibits and promotes a cooperative team spirit.

Performs other related work as required.

Attends in-service meetings, educational programs, etc. to maintain current understanding of trends and changes relevant to the industry and finance in general.

Qualifications, Knowledge & Experience

Required Qualifications (Including any licensure, certification, education):

Valid Iowa driver's license for the State of Iowa.

Organizational Requirements:

Maintain stroke education per regulatory requirements.

Preferred Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent

Required Knowledge, Skills & Experience:

At least three years of experience in building construction, utilizing the principles and techniques of the building trades.

Demonstrated literacy in English to read and interpret plans a specifications.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills & Experience:

None Specified