Carpenter

Niagara Catholic District School Board; Thorold; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Pension plan

Vacation days

Summer hours

Inclusive culture

Employee Assistance Program

Career growth

Job summary

Niagara Catholic District School Board is seeking a full-time Carpenter for its Thorold maintenance shop. The role involves carpentry, repairs, elevation of safety standards, and collaboration with Facilities Services. Hours are 40 per week, with a unionized environment and competitive hourly pay.

Candidates must hold a valid Carpenter C of Q 403A, a Class G license, and the ability to read blueprints. Police checks are required. This is a residential Ontario setting.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid Carpenter C of Q 403A.
• Grade 12 diploma required.
• Valid Class G driver''s license.
• Ability to read blueprints.
• Strong safety and quality commitment.
• Experience in facility maintenance or construction.
• Able to work independently or in a team.

Responsibilities

• Read blueprints or drawings to determine materials and installation procedures.
• Cut and shape materials with hand/power tools and fasten components.
• Finish furniture and structures using sanding, painting or staining.
• Remove parts of existing structures with hand and power tools.
• Build and install handrails, ramps, cabinets, shelves, built-in units.
• Apply drywall, plaster and insulation to walls and ceilings.
• Fit and install door frames, windows and hardware.
• Install flooring and perform repairs.
• Study and learn new materials and techniques.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Teamwork

Building codes

Safety practices

Blueprint reading

Communication

Basic computer skills

Organization

Education

Grade 12 diploma

Certificate of Qualification 403A

Driver's license Class G

Job description

Carpenter

Are you passionate about construction and building projects? Do your talents and expertise cover a multitude of skills required to perform any related carpentry task? If you want to join a community of professionals working to make a difference in the lives of so many young people, then we may just have the opportunity for you!

Under the direction of the Manager of Facilities Services, our Carpenters work collaboratively with our Facilities Services and Maintenance departments to construct, erect, install, renovate and repair structures and fixtures of wood, wallboard or related materials and perform a variety of general maintenance functions.

WHAT WE OFFER:

• Industry leading benefits; health, drug, vision, dental, and health care spending account
• Enrollment in an exceptional Pension Plan
• Minimum of 10 vacation day per year; plus two weeks paid at Christmas
• Condensed summer working hours
• Inclusive, high-performing culture
• Employee and Family Assistance Program; including wellness resources
• Ongoing learning and career growth

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT:

Perform carpentry and related duties by:

• Reading blueprints and/or drawings or following verbal instructions to determine amount and type(s) of materials required, dimensional qualifications and required installation procedures according to present code requirements
• Cutting and shaping materials using hand/power tools - assembling cut and shaped parts using various fasteners/adhesives
• Finishing (ex. painting, staining, etc.) furniture and other structures using sanders, fillers, brushes, rollers, etc…
• Removing parts of existing structures such as walls, ceilings, cabinets, floors and roofs using hand and power tools
• Building and installing handrails, ramps, skirting, platforms, cabinets, counters, shelves and built-in units, etc. using wood working machines and hand and power tools
• Applying drywall, plaster and insulating materials to walls and ceilings
• Fitting and installing pre-fabricated door frames, windows, window frames, trim and assorted hardware
• Flooring installation and repairs

Attend to structural alterations and repairs to Board operated buildings and surrounding property by:

• Mixing and pouring concrete to construct or repair floors, sidewalks, steps brick and foundations
• Repairing and/or replacing materials include; roof shingles, exhaust fans, drain screens and spouts; ceiling, floor and wall coverings; window cranks, curtain rods and locks and hinges using adhesives, fasteners and hand and power tools
• Performing general maintenance such as caulking and/or weather-stripping doors and windows; replacing window panes and operating aerial work platforms
• Performing general grounds maintenance such as, landscaping; removal of plant material; hardscape repairs; and general skid steer works
• Ordering supplies; moving heavy equipment within and between schools
• Performs related work as assigned
• Ability to study and comprehend new materials/construction techniques

WHAT YOU BRING:

• Grade 12 high school diploma
• Valid Carpenter C of Q (Certificate of Qualification) 403A
• Valid Class G Driver's License
• Ability to troubleshoot and communicate the nature of the problem to others
• Physical fitness to perform the required duties
• Ability to work effectively as a member of a team or individually
• An understanding of the building codes and regulations
• Demonstrated commitment to safety, quality and best practices
• Ability to organize daily tasks and work with minimum supervision
• Directly related experience in facility maintenance and/or construction
• Ability to read and work from blueprints
• Excellent oral and written communication skills and basic computer software knowledge is essential

This is a full time and unionized position.

HOURS: 40 hours per week; Monday-Friday; 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

LOCATION: NCDSB Maintenance Shop - 157 McCormack Drive, Thorold, ON

RATE OF PAY: $29.07-$33.55 per hour

We thank all candidates for applying; however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

As a condition of employment, successful candidates will be required to provide a satisfactory Police Record Check, dated within the past six months of the hire date. This position requires completion of a Police Vulnerable Sector Check. For more information, please refer to 201.18 Police Record Check & Offence Declaration AOP on the Board's website.

Niagara Catholic is committed to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of our students, families, and communities we serve. Guided by our Equity and Inclusive Education Policy, and in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code, we actively work to identify and remove barriers, address bias, and foster fair, respectful, inclusive, and welcoming employment practices.

We welcome applicants from a broad range of backgrounds, lived experiences, and identities, and value the unique contributions each person brings to our Catholic learning environment.

Niagara Catholic is committed to providing accommodations throughout the recruitment and selection process, and through all stages of employment in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code. Applicants selected for an interview who require accommodation at any stage of the recruitment and selection process are encouraged to notify Human Resources so that appropriate support can be facilitated.

Niagara Catholic does not use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to screen, assess, or select applicants