2nd year Carpentry Apprentice

Sanpal Enterprises Ltd dba J and J Construction; Prince Rupert; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction company in Prince Rupert, British Columbia, is looking for a 2nd Year Carpentry Apprentice. The role is full-time and permanent, offering a competitive hourly wage with benefits. Ideal candidates should have 1-2 years of carpentry experience, the ability to read blueprints, and must possess their tools. Responsibilities include layout preparation, material assembly, and maintaining a safe work environment. This position also offers union membership and relocation assistance.

Benefits

Group Life Insurance

Long-Term Disability

Extended Health Plan

Pension Plan

Relocation assistance

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of rough or finishing carpentry experience.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and drawings.
• Own tools and transport with a valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Prepare layouts in conformance with building codes.
• Measure, cut, shape, assemble and join materials.
• (build foundations, install floor beams, lay subflooring).
• Fit and install trim items like doors and stairs.
• Maintain high standards of safety and cleanliness.

Skills

Rough or finishing carpentry experience

Blueprint reading and interpretation

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Professional demeanor

Education

High School Certificate (Grade 12)

Tools

Personal tools

Job description

Second-Year Carpentry Apprentice

Sanpal Enterprises Ltd dba J and J Construction located at Unit 19, 220 Kaien Road, Prince Rupert, British Columbia, V8J 3P4, has a vacancy for a one (1) 2ndyear Carpentry Apprentice on a full-time permanent basis. The applicant will be working in Prince Rupert at various sites and extended services to Terrace.

Duties

• Prepare layouts in conformance to building codes, using measuring tools
• Measure, cut, shape, assemble and join materials
• Build foundations, install floor beams, lay subflooring and erect walls and roof systems
• Fit and install trim items, such as doors, stairs, moulding and hardware
• Assist in framing, sheathing and finishing
• Practice job site safety
• Maintain a high standard of housekeeping habits that include work areas and tools
• English is the language used at the workplace

Experience

• 1 – 2years of rough or finishing carpentry experience as a minimum.
• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings and sketches to determine specifications and calculate requirements.
• Work safely and without guidance.
• Own tools and transport with a valid driver license.
• Be personable and able to communicate with clients and trades.
• Have above average problem-solving skills and be able to overcome obstacles on complicated projects.
• Be professional and respectful demeanour with clients, sub-trades, and crew members.

Education

• High School Certificate (Grade 12)
• Base rate of $24.88 per hour, plus the following: will include on each hour worked:
• 12% ($2.99) standard holiday pay
• Benefit plan of $2.90
• Pension plan of $4.24
• Admin Fund of 0.30
• Training Fund of 0.25
• Rehab Plan of $0.04
• Member Assist of 0.05
• Total package per hour will be $35.65
• 40 hours per week, paid bi-weekly
• Should overtime be required, will be paid after 40 hrs @ 1.5
• Worker will join the Construction Maintenance Allied Workers union once trial period is complete.
• Benefits include Group Life Insurance, Uninsured Life Benefits, Dependent Life Insurance, Long‑Term Disability, Extended Health Plan, Vision, Dental, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Bereavement Leave, Employee & Family Assistance Plan, Paramedical Services – see www.cmaw.ca/members-info/benefits;
• Pension Plan
• Accommodation that is not more than 30% of the gross wages will be found for the employee. Employee must pay the accommodation.
• Relocation assistance will be provided.

How to Apply

Please send the following to [e-mail]:

• a. Resume
• b. 3 references
• c. Answers to the following questions:
• On a blueprint drawing, what would the lines in which measurements are referenced to be called?
• What is the name of the vertical member of a wall system that is supported by a bottom and top plate?
• You need to mark a line on a floor that is to be 10 meters (32′ 10″). What is the best layout tool to use?

Only applications that comply with the above requirements will be considered.

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