Carpenter

Essential Responsibilities:

• Proficient in basic commercial concrete forming and general construction practices, including building concrete forms, scaffolding, shelters, and structures.
• Capable of interpreting blueprint readings to plan layouts, select materials, and ensure accurate measurements and markings to prevent errors.
• Skilled in both rough and finish carpentry work, including installation of doors, frames, hardware, and miscellaneous accessories.
• Knowledgeable in concrete support tasks, such as heating and hoarding, as well as operating light equipment.
• Collaborates with the team to ensure tasks are completed safely, accurately, and on schedule.
• Conducts thorough checks to ensure completed units meet quality standards regarding level, squareness, plumbness, size, shape, and location.

Qualifications:

• Must possess either a Journeyperson Carpenter Ticket or be actively pursuing a Carpenter Apprenticeship from a recognized provincial training authority.
• Non-ticketed Carpenters must provide evidence of relevant hours in the industrial carpentry trade.
• Essential certifications include Standard First Aid Level C, Fall Protection, and Construction Safety Training System (CSTS).
• Successful completion of pre-employment drug and alcohol testing is required.
• Must possess a valid government-issued photo identification.
• Boom/Scissor Lift or skid steer certifications are considered advantageous.
• Aerial Work Platform (AWP) certification is also beneficial.

Work Conditions:

• Regular 40-hour work week with potential for overtime to meet construction deadlines.
• Flexibility to work night shifts and weekends as needed.
• Work primarily conducted outdoors in various weather conditions.
• Comfortable working at heights.

Benefits provided by CLAC include an extended health plan covering prescription drugs, dental care, and other essential health services.