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The Carpenter/Framer contributes to the success of the construction project by implementing their huge knowledge and experience.
Job Duties includes Read & interpret blueprints, Drawing & sketches to determine specifications. Measure, Cut, Shape, Assemble and join materials made of wood, Wood substitutes, Lightweight steel and other material. In addition, should be experience in Forming & scaffolding. Perform other duties as assigned by the Job site supervisor.
Essential Skills
- Reading text
- Oral communication
- Working with others
- Problem solving
- Decision making
- Critical thinking
- Job task planning and organizing
- Significant use of memory
Transportation/Travel Information
- Own transportation
- Valid driver's licence
Credentials (certificates, licences, memberships, courses, etc.)
- Occupational Health and Safety Certificate
- First Aid Certificate
- WHMIS Certificate
Additional Skills
- Read and interpret blueprints, drawings and specifications
- Instruct apprentices
Specific Skills
- Prepare layouts
- Operate power tools
- Measure, cut, shape, assemble and join mouldings, wood materials, drywall and plastics materials
- Install fire doors
- Install insulation
- Install suspended ceilings
- Install drywall
- Fit and install windows, doors, stairs, mouldings and hardware
- Erect prefabricated roof trusses, bracing and sheathing
- Determine specifications and calculate requirements
- Build and install platforms, scaffolding, ramps and ladders
- Build walls and install partitions
- Build and install framing for dropped ceilings, counters, indirect lighting, display cases, etc.
Area Of Specialization
- Hardwood flooring
- General carpentry
- Framing
- Exterior siding, aluminum
- Exterior siding, steel
Type of Establishment/Work Setting Experience
- Commercial
Own Tools/Equipment
- Tools
- Steel-toed safety boots
- Hard hat
Major Work Area
- Construction
Work Site Environment
- At heights
- Noisy
- Dusty