Carpenter

ParcsNBParks; Fredericton; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join the Mount Carleton Provincial Park Team for a seasonal position focused on maintaining the park's facilities. Responsibilities include construction and repair of wooden structures and related tasks in a scenic natural environment. Candidates should have carpentry experience and adaptability to different weather conditions.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Public Service Shared Risk Pension Plan

1.25 days/month of paid vacation

Free Employee and Family Assistance Program access

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years of related work experience in the carpentry trade.
• Written and spoken competence in English or French required.
• Equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Maintaining and constructing wooden structures.
• Building cement forms for concrete, greenhouses, and performing plumbing repairs.
• Operating and repairing power tools.

Skills

Carpentry

Power Tools

Weather Adaptability

Education

Completion of Grade 10

Job description

Department of Tourism, Heritage & Culture
Open Competition
Seasonal Position
Mount Carleton Provincial Park

Who we are

We invite you to join the Mount Carleton Provincial Park Team! Mount Carleton is one of the largest natural sites in New Brunswick, located in the north-west of New Brunswick.

A picturesque blend of Acadian forests and mountain peaks, Mount Carleton contains over 17, 000 hectares of wilderness waiting for today's explorers.

A provincial park since 1970, containing the highest peak in the Maritimes, a part of the Appalachian Mountains, including hiking trails, camping, fishing, and a designated Dark Sky Preserve are all part of what awaits you.

What you will do

Reporting to the Park Manager of Mount Carleton Provincial Park, the successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining and constructing exterior or interior wooden structures and furniture as well as the following key activities:

• Building cement forms in order to pour concrete
• Building and maintaining greenhouses
• Operating and repairing power tools
• Replacing locks and keys
• Painting
• Performing minor plumbing repairs
• Making estimates and keeping records
• Performing related work as required
• Must be able to work in all weather conditions and rugged terrains
• Working evenings, weekends, holidays, shifts and variable hours
• We promote a scent-reduced environment

Who you are

Your attitude, skills and interests are just as important as your area of study. We are looking for diverse backgrounds that bring a combination of the following:

Need to have

• Completion of Grade 10
• A minimum of three (3) years of related work experience in the carpentry trade
• An equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered
• Written and spoken competence in English or French is required. Please state your language capabilities.

Nice to have

• Knowledge of Health and Safety Procedures

Wage

$27.12 per hour

What can GNB offer you?

• Comprehensive benefits package and the Public Service Shared Risk Pension Plan
• Opportunities for career growth, professional development and training
• Free access to Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP) and services
• 1.25 days/month of paid vacation

Providing a safe workplace for all. Your health and safety are important to us. GNB has implemented preventative measures across the organization to ensure your health and safety.

How to apply

We encourage applicants to apply on-line, by e-mail to [e-mail] or by mail at the following address by April 30, 2025, indicating competition number R18-2024/2025-086. This competition may be used to fill future vacancies at the same level.

Department of Tourism, Heritage and Culture
Human Resource Branch
Marysville Place, 4th floor
P.O. Box 6000, Fredericton, NB E3B 5H1
[phone]

We thank all those who apply, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

A Criminal Record Check is required prior to appointment

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of our communities in which we live and serve. We encourage and support applications from Aboriginals, persons with disabilities, and members of visible minority groups. Candidates registered with the Equal Employment Opportunity Program and veterans, who are among the most qualified, will be given preference at the time of selection.

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