Apprentice Carpenter

Black Diamond Builders Limited; Halifax; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company in Halifax is seeking a Carpenter's Assistant for a full-time permanent position. The role involves general assistive tasks in carpentry work, maintaining site organization, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. The ideal candidate should possess a high school education, the ability to lift heavy objects, and an interest in the carpentry trade.

Benefits

Paid Holidays

Vacations and Sick Leave

Life and/or Disability Insurance

Qualifications

• Ability to lift heavy objects and perform physical labor.
• Basic knowledge of carpentry tools and equipment.
• Interest in learning construction estimating and blueprint reading.

Responsibilities

• Assist the carpenter with general carpentry work.
• Maintain a tidy and organized worksite including housekeeping duties.
• Receive training in identifying hazards and ensuring safety compliance.

Skills

Physical labor

Carpentry tools knowledge

Blueprint reading interest

Education

High School

Job description

• NOC Job Code / Title : 72310 - 72310 – Carpenters

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Responsibilities :

• General assistance to the carpenter including assisting with all types of carpentry work in building wooden or part wooden items which form part of buildings (such as windows and stairs) both internal and external, and additional associated wooden items, such as furniture.
• Assisting in general carpentry work and preparation as directed.
• As directed by the manager to assist with storage, lifting, fetching supplies, unloading and checking deliveries.
• Housekeeping duties - Keeping a tidy and organized site. Sweeping floors, stacking lumber.
• Undertaking tasks to assist the carpenter generally.
• Receive training to assist with identifying hazards, defects, and the need for adjustment or repair; to ensure compliance with agreed codes, law, working practices, and health and safety.
• Liaising with the manager and other site workers and performing jobs as and when they are required, in accordance with contract / agreed requirements and within agreed time limits.
• Ensure compliance with agreed codes, legislation, and procedures including health and safety.
• Maintain accurate written worksheets and records / documentation associated with your work.
• Immediately report problems / failures that may impact on the organization and / or its clients / customers.
• Adhere to all organization policies and procedures, including those relating to hygiene, respect for other team members, timekeeping, and flexibility.

Wage : $24 / Hr

Job Requirements :

• Ability to lift heavy objects and perform physical labor.
• Basic knowledge of carpentry tools and equipment.
• Interest in learning construction estimating and blueprint reading.
• Valid driver’s license and own vehicle.

Job Criteria :

• Start Date : ASAP
• Position Type : Full-Time Permanent
• Years of Experience Required :
• Education Required : High School

Job Benefits :

• Paid Holidays
• Vacations and Sick Leave
• Life and / or Disability Insurance

About Black Diamond Builders Limited

Based in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Black Diamond Builders specializes in custom residential and light commercial construction.

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