Overview
Languages
English
Education
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Registered Apprenticeship certificate
Experience
5 years or more
On the road
Work locations may vary. Frequent or constant travel is required from the employee.
Asset languages
Work site environment
Work setting
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Construction
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Various locations
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Commercial
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Millwork/pre-fab shopwork
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Residential
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Wood products manufacturer
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Prefab/shop fabrication
Responsibilities
Tasks
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Prepare estimates of labour and/or material costs
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Read blueprints, drawings and sketches to determine work requirements
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Prepare layouts in conformance to building codes, using measuring tools
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Measure, cut, shape, assemble and join materials made of wood, wood substitutes, lightweight steel and other materials
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Build foundations, install floor beams, lay subflooring and erect walls and roof systems
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Fit and install windows, doors, stairs, mouldings and hardware
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Schedule and co-ordinate work on sites
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Instruct apprentices
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Assemble door panels, trusses or modular components to make prefabricated housing
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Assemble prefabricated parts
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Assemble, fit and install prefabricated parts to form subassemblies or finished products
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Construct timber supports and cribbing
Supervision
Credentials
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
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Carpenter Red Seal Certificate
Experience and specialization
Type of materials
Equipment and machinery experience
Additional information
Security and safety
Transportation/travel information
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Willing to travel regularly
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Valid driver's licence
Work conditions and physical capabilities
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Bending, crouching, kneeling
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Handling heavy loads
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Large workload
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Physically demanding
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Work with minimal supervision
Own tools/equipment
Personal suitability
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Accurate
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Efficient interpersonal skills
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Judgement
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Team player
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Values and ethics
Benefits
Health benefits
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Dental plan
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Disability benefits
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Health care plan
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Paramedical services coverage
Financial benefits
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Group insurance benefits
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Life insurance
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Mileage paid
Other benefits
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Free parking available
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Team building opportunities
This employer promotes equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including those self-identifying as a member of these groups:
Support for newcomers and refugees
- Offers mentorship programs that pair newcomers and/or refugees with experienced employees
Support for Indigenous people
- Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports Indigenous people
- Develops and maintains relationships with indigenous communities, indigenous-owned businesses and organizations
Who can apply to this job?
The employer accepts applications from:
- Canadian citizens and permanent or temporary residents of Canada.
- Other candidates with or without a valid Canadian work permit.