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Banff Constructors Ltd. has an exciting opportunity for Journeyman & Apprentice Carpenters to join our team!
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Build forms for concrete
- Working from blueprints instructions from supervisors does layout-measuring, marking and arranging of various construction materials
- Cut, shape and join
- Check accuracy of work and make adjustments as required
- Read blueprints for work planning
- Erects scaffolding and ladders for assembling structures above ground level
- Act as a work leader and mentor to apprentice carpenters
- Inform immediate supervisor of abnormalities or defects and/or takes appropriate measure
REQUIREMENTS:
- Must be a certified Journeyman Carpenter or registered Apprentice Carpenter
- Have a minimum of 3 years concrete experience
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints
- Knowledge of basic math and metric measurements
- Knowledge of the various woods used in the trade and other construction materials used
- Knowledge of the operation and maintenance of hand and power tools
- Knowledge of safety regulations and procedures applicable to the construction industry
- Participate on a team and demonstrate good interpersonal skills
We thank all candidates for their interest in Banff Constructors, however only those selected for interviewing will be contacted.
Essential Skills
- Oral communication
- Working with others
- Problem solving
- Job task planning and organizing
- Continuous learning
Transportation/Travel Information
- Own transportation
- Valid driver's licence
Credentials (certificates, licences, memberships, courses, etc.)
- 4th Period Apprentice
- 1st Period Apprentice
- 2nd Period Apprentice
- 3rd Period Apprentice
- First Aid Certificate
- Carpenter Trade Certification
- WHMIS Certificate
- Carpenter Red Seal Endorsement
Additional Skills
- Read and interpret blueprints, drawings and specifications
- Instruct apprentices
Specific Skills
- Operate power tools
- Measure, cut, shape, assemble and join mouldings, wood materials, drywall and plastics materials
- Fit and install windows, doors, stairs, mouldings and hardware
- Build and install platforms, scaffolding, ramps and ladders
- Build floor beams and subflooring
- Build foundations
- Build walls and install partitions
Area Of Specialization
- Rough carpentry
- General carpentry
- Form work
- Finish carpentry
Type of Establishment/Work Setting Experience
- Roads and bridges
- Industrial
- Commercial
Own Tools/Equipment
- Tools
- Safety equipment/gear
- Steel-toed safety boots
- Hard hat
Major Work Area
- Construction
Work Site Environment
- At heights
- Noisy
- Dusty