Carpenter

Argus Properties Ltd.; Kelowna; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading real estate company in Kelowna as a Carpenter, where you will play a key role in various construction projects. This position offers a dynamic work environment, allowing you to showcase your skills in rough framing, finishing, and blueprint reading. You will be responsible for constructing and maintaining structures while supervising apprentices. With a commitment to excellence and a supportive team, this role provides opportunities for career growth and development. If you're self-motivated and ready to take on exciting challenges, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Health and Dental Benefits

Performance-based Bonus

Career Growth Opportunities

Learning/Training Opportunities

Qualifications

• Journeyman or Apprentice Carpenter with valid trade license required.
• First Aid certification and Red Seal Endorsement are assets.

Responsibilities

• Construct, install, maintain, and repair structures made of wood and other materials.
• Read blueprints and prepare layouts according to building codes.
• Supervise apprentices and prepare cost estimates.

Skills

Rough Framing

Finishing

Concrete Work

Blueprint Reading

Leadership

Interpersonal Skills

Organizational Skills

Education

Journeyman Carpenter Certification

Apprentice Carpenter Certification

First Aid Certification

Job description

Argus Properties - One of Kelowna's largest real estate companies - is an exceptional place to work. As a Gold Seal Employer, Argus Properties is committed to excellence in construction and provides ongoing support for all construction professionals to excel. Our portfolio encompasses a wide range of properties including the construction of commercial buildings, hotels, shopping centres, residential developments, and business parks. This broad range of construction projects requires the very best people. Argus has successfully been in business in the Okanagan for over 50 years. Our own commitment to excellence and our relationship with the communities in which we work is at the heart of Argus Properties and everything we do.

Position Summary

Argus Properties is hiring Journeyman and Apprentice Carpenters to support our growing team in Kelowna, BC. Working under the direction of the Site Superintendent, you will be responsible for the construction, installation, maintenance and repair of structures and components made of wood, wood substitutes, lightweight steel, and other materials. You will have rough framing experience, finishing, concrete, and exterior installations experience. The role requires drive and a sense of accountability.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain company assets and equipment without supervision
• Complete all required health and safety documents
• Read and interpret blueprints and building plans to determine specifications and requirements
• Prepare layouts in accordance to building codes
• Measure, cut, or shape materials made of wood, plastic, fiberglass, drywall, and other materials
• Build foundations, install floor beams, lay subflooring, and erect walls and roof
• Fit and install structures such as doors, stairs, windows, and molding
• Maintain, repair, and renovate existing structures such as site trailers, offices, and residential buildings
• Supervise and instruct apprentices and other construction trade helpers
• Prepare costs estimates
• Additional duties as required
  
  

Qualifications

• Journeyman Carpenter / Apprentice Carpenter
• First Aid certification is required
• Must possess valid trade license
• Ability to travel frequently with projects
• Red Seal Endorsement is an asset
• Ability to work effectively with team members
• Demonstrated leadership and interpersonal skills
• Self-motivated and self-directed with a demonstrated ability to work with a team and independently in a fast-paced dynamic environment
• Act professionally and in a trustworthy and respectful manner
• High Standard of ethical conduct
• Excellent written and verbal English skills
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints
• Ability to read and comprehend instructions and correspondence
• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one small group situations to other employees
• Strong organizational skills and ability to meet deadlines
  
  

Working Conditions

• Workload is moderate to high
• Frequently exposed to noise
• Work Schedule is typically Monday to Friday 7:30AM to 4:30PM, with ability to work the project schedule which may include evening shifts and weekends
  
  

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to work in a field environment
• Moderate to high level of physicality
• Ability to lift at least 50 lbs. frequently
  
  

Tools

• Employee is responsible to supply their own tools as a condition of employment
  
  

Personal Attributes

• Accountable
• Self-motivated and self-starter
• Positive attitude and approach to problem solving
  
  

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary Based on experience
• Performance-based bonus
• Health and dental benefits
• Opportunities for career growth and advancement
• Learning/training opportunities
  
  

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