Carpenter - Apprentice

Linchpin Solutions, Inc.; Duncan; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is looking for a Carpenter - Apprentice to join their restoration division. This role will support your journey towards obtaining your Journeyman/Red Seal certification while allowing you to develop your carpentry skills in residential, commercial, and industrial settings. You will gain hands-on experience with a variety of tools and techniques, including framing, finish carpentry, and safe work practices. This position emphasizes teamwork, communication, and a commitment to safety, making it an excellent opportunity for those eager to learn and grow in the construction industry.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in trade school program for Journeyman/Red Seal certification.
• 1+ year experience in Construction/Restoration/Insurance preferred.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate skills in safe operation of hand and power tools.
• Assist with demolition, debris disposal, and material preparation.
• Ensure safety principles and practices are followed on-site.

Skills

Carpentry Fundamentals

Safe Operation of Power Tools

Blueprint Reading

Finish Carpentry

Customer Service Principles

Multi-tasking

Communication Skills

Education

Trade School Program

Tools

Power Tools

Ladders

Table Saws

Routers

Sanding Equipment

Job description

Reporting to the Divisional Production Manager, the Carpenter - Apprentice works within our restoration division. This role is actively working towards their Journeyman / Red Seal certification and has a basic but solid understanding of carpentry fundamentals in the

residential, commercial and industrial setting.

Job Duties

● Will demonstrate skills in the safe operation of hand of power tools, to include (but not limited to) temporary generators, ladders, table saws, routers and sanding equipment

● Erecting and disassembly of scaffolding

● Assists with demolition and debris disposal

● Familiarity in preparing material take-offs and reading blueprints

● Set up and take down of poly containment and drop sheets to accommodate work

● Basic to intermediate experience in installation of insulation and vapour barrier

● Basic to intermediate experience in wood and steel stud framing application

● Basic to intermediate experience in finish carpentry skills including cutting and installing wood framing, trim, baseboard, casing, doors, frames and sheathing

● Secure exterior building materials roofing and siding when required

● Assists with the building, erection and securing of temporary and permanent partitions using a variety of building materials

● Construct and secure temporary and permanent partitions

● Will practice good housekeeping at all times to ensure a safe and non-cluttered worksite

● Work under time constraints to meet specific timelines

● Ensure attention to detail and keen sense of safeguarding other people’s property and information

● Participates in and demonstrates an understanding of safety principles and practices; follows all safety policies and procedures to support a safe working environment, including safe operation of machines and equipment

● Comply with all Belfor policies and procedures, as well as legislative requirements

● Proactively communicate job site conditions and concerns that may or are affecting completion of the job to the appropriate person

● Attend all Belfor sponsored training courses

Qualifications

● Enrolled in trade school program, working towards their Journeyman / Red Seal certification

● 1+ year experience in Construction / Restoration / Insurance preferred

● Comprehensive understanding of customer service, principles and practices

● Eligible to operate a motor vehicle per Belfor’s vehicle policy

● Ability to work within a team or independently as needed

● Strong written and verbal communication skills

● Proven ability to multi-task in a fast paced environment

● Basic computer and/or tablet/iPad experience

● Willing to work evenings, on call and weekends when requested

● Periodic travel may be required

● Criminal Record Check

Physical Demands

● Frequent lifting from 5-40 lbs, unassisted (from 35-65% of the time)

● Occasional lifting from 41 lbs +, assisted (up to 50% of the time)

● Access and mobility in tight spaces

● Fit Testing – half and full face mask as needed, annual certification required

● Working at Heights - over 5 feet, periodically

● Sustained periods of standing, sitting, walking, bending, and kneeling

BELFOR (Canada) Inc. is an inclusive and equal opportunity employer. While we appreciate all applications, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. We thank all applicants for their submissions.