Apprentice Carpenter: Concrete Formwork—Hands-On Training

chase contracting Ltd; Surrey; On-site; CAD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Paid time off

Holidays and sick days

Apprenticeship training support

Annual wage reviews

Job summary

Chase Contracting Ltd. in Surrey, BC, is seeking an Apprentice Carpenter focused on concrete formwork to learn under skilled Carpenters and site leaders on on-site projects. The role emphasizes safe work habits, measuring, cutting, and assembling forms while following drawings and directions.

The position is full-time and on-site, with potential for apprenticeship-driven progression toward a Carpenter role as skills develop, and opportunities for relevant training and certifications.

Qualifications

• Approximately one to two years of carpentry or construction experience preferred.
• Registered Apprentice Carpenters and candidates with equivalent early-career carpentry experience are encouraged to apply.
• Genuine interest in developing a long-term carpentry career.
• Comfortable using basic hand and power tools.
• Ability to follow drawings, instructions, and established procedures.
• Ability to perform the essential physical functions of the role, including lifting and carrying materials, frequent standing, bending, climbing, and working outdoors in changing weather conditions, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Dependable, punctual, hardworking, and open to instruction.
• Positive attitude and ability to work well as part of a crew.
• Valid driver's licence and reliable transportation to assigned jobsites are required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with constructing, installing, bracing, and stripping concrete formwork.
• Follow construction drawings, project plans, and supervisor instructions.
• Measure, mark, cut, drill, fasten, and assemble forming materials.
• Assist with footings, foundations, walls, slabs, columns, and tilt-up panels.
• Prepare work areas, tools, equipment, and materials for daily production.
• Clean, strip, and organize formwork components for reuse.
• Keep job sites safe, organized, and free of unnecessary hazards.
• Inspect tools and equipment before use and report damaged items.
• Participate in safety orientations, toolbox talks, and team meetings.
• Ask questions, accept coaching, and apply feedback.
• Work collaboratively with Carpenters, Labourers, and site leadership

Skills

Carpentry experience

Reading drawings

Basic hand tools

Power tools

Teamwork

Punctuality

Driver's license

Tools

Formwork tools

Power tools

Measuring & marking

Job description

Chase Contracting Ltd. in Surrey, BC, is seeking an Apprentice Carpenter focused on concrete formwork to learn under skilled Carpenters and site leaders on on-site projects. The role emphasizes safe work habits, measuring, cutting, and assembling forms while following drawings and directions.

The position is full-time and on-site, with potential for apprenticeship-driven progression toward a Carpenter role as skills develop, and opportunities for relevant training and certifications.