Carpenter/Formsetter

North America Construction LTD; Brighton; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Opportunities for career growth and 1:

Comprehensive benefits plan

Pension plan

RRSP

Time off between Christmas and NewYear

Community involvement opportunities

Friendly working environment

Team events

Job summary

North America Construction (1993) Ltd. – NAC Constructors Ltd. (NAC) is seeking a Carpenter/Formsetter for the Wastewater Treatment Plant project in Brighton, Ontario.

You will build and install wooden and advanced formwork, ensuring accuracy and safety while working under the Civil Superintendent. Requirements include 3–5 years in formwork within heavy construction, experience with Symons form systems, and a strong commitment to safety.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience with various types of formwork in heavy construction.
• Advanced formwork experience required.
• Experience with Symons form system.
• Residential basement formwork experience.
• Concrete pouring and flat concrete finishing experience is an asset.
• Knowledge of safe operation of tools.
• Ability to operate required equipment safely.
• Workplace safety knowledge; safe lifting and handling; hoisting and rigging a plus.
• WHMIS and Health and Safety Awareness Training certificates required.
• Elevated/aerial work platform and confined space training an asset.

Responsibilities

• Build, layout and execute wooden forms and advanced formwork systems as required.
• Ensure forms are designed and on grade to meet specifications.
• Use levels and measuring tapes for form setting.
• Construct and align form panels for pouring concrete.
• Fill form with concrete material and compact to grade.
• Observe and comply with health and safety regulations.
• Maintain tools in a safe manner and follow directions.
• Construct, assemble and dismantle scaffolding as needed.
• Transport materials to the work area and assist as required.

Skills

Formwork experience

Heavy construction

Safety awareness

Tool operation

Concrete finishing

Tools

Symons form system

Hoisting gear

Job description

North America Construction (1993) Ltd. – NAC Constructors Ltd. (NAC) is well known for our expertise in water and wastewater construction across Canada. Our self-performing team of almost 500 skilled professionals and experts in trades and engineering, comprehensively handles projects, from conceptualization to delivery. We also have extensive experience in fields such as civil, structural, process mechanical, building mechanical, electrical and instrumentation work. At NAC, our priority is to maintain the highest level of quality and safety. The depth of our resources is evident in the variety of projects we construct; from water filtration to wastewater treatment; dams to ethanol; we build it all….and more!

NAC is currently seeking a Carpenter/Formsetter to join our Wastewater Treatment Plant project in Brighton, ON.

Position Summary

Under the direction of the Civil Superintendent, the Carpenter/Formsetter is responsible for building, restoring and/or installing of structural formwork from wood or metal forms for the construction of concrete structures. This position requires knowledge of the heavy construction industry. Specifically the practices, procedures, techniques, tools and equipment, materials, specifications, quality control and safety associated with this industry. You must be proficient at the following tasks: building wood and advanced formwork systems and pouring and placing concrete.

Job Description

• Build, layout and execute wooden forms and advanced formwork systems as required, according to specifications with the ability to make calculations depending on grades
• Ensure forms are properly designed and on grade to meet construction specifications for the project
• Use of levels and measuring tapes in the use of setting forms to grade with minimal supervision
• Construct chutes, forms and align form panels for pouring concrete
• Fill form with concrete material, compact with tamper/compactor to required grade
• Observe and comply with all health and safety regulations and ensures any apprentices under your direction comply
• Work with and maintain all tools in a safe manner
• Respect and respond to direction given
• Construct and/or assemble and dismantle scaffolding as needed
• Handle and transport job materials to the work area as needed
• Perform other related duties, including minor duties of other trades where certification is not required and the work does not exceed own limitations

Requirements

• 3-5 years of experience working with various types of formwork in heavy construction
• Must have advanced formwork experience
• Experience with Symons form system and advantage
• Residential basement formwork experience
• Concrete pouring experience and flat concrete finishing experience is an asset
• Knowledge of safe operation of tools
• Ability to operate required equipment in a safe and responsible manner
• Knowledge of workplace safety and safe lifting and handling proceduresHoisting and Rigging experience is an asset
• Valid WHMIS, Health and Safety Awareness Training for Workers and Working at Heights certificates are required.
• Elevated/Aerial Work Platform, confined space a training an asset.

NAC Offers

• Competitive compensation
• Opportunities for career growth, development and advancement, including financial assistance
• Comprehensive benefit plan (dental, vision, health, etc.)
• Employee & Family Assistance Program
• Excellent company matched pension plan
• Registered Retirement Savings Plans
• Additional time off between Christmas and New Year’s Day
• Community involvement opportunities
• Friendly working environment
• Numerous team activities and various company events

NAC is committed to providing equal opportunities for all individuals to achieve their goals. If you feel that you need accommodations during the recruitment and selection process because of illness/disability, please contact Human Resources for further information