Carpenter / Formsetter Lead Hand

NAC Ltd.; Innisfil; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in water and wastewater construction is seeking a Carpenter / Formsetter Lead Hand for projects in Innisfil, Ontario. The role involves leading construction activities, managing crew productivity, and ensuring high standards of safety and quality. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in formwork and knowledge of workplace safety protocols. NAC Ltd. offers competitive compensation, career development opportunities, and a friendly working environment.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Career growth and advancement opportunities

Employee & Family Assistance Program

Excellent company matched pension plan

Additional time off between Christmas and New Year’s Day

Community involvement opportunities

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in heavy construction with various formwork types.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings and specifications.
• Knowledge of safe operation of tools and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily activities of the construction crew.
• Construct wooden forms and advanced formwork systems as per specifications.
• Monitor job progress and report to supervisor.

Skills

Advanced formwork experience

Concrete pouring

Workplace safety knowledge

Education

WHMIS certification

Health and Safety Awareness Training

Working at Heights certification

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!

Position Summary

Under the direction of the Civil Superintendent, the Lead Hand is responsible as the lead member of the crew in the absence of the Foreperson and is required to manage the production and efficiency of the crew. The Lead Hand assists the Foreperson with daily organization and control of labour, equipment and materials to ensure the delivery of a high standard of HSE, quality and productivity is maintained by the crew.

NAC is currently seeing a Carpenter / Formsetter Lead hand, for various Water and Wastewater Treatment Plant projects initially at our Lakeshore WWTP in Innisfil, ON. Furnished accommodations provided to qualified non-local candidates.

Job Description

• Lead the daily activities of construction employees
• On a daily basis, ensure each of your crew members know the production and cost code expectations for the tasks at hand
• Encourage and promote open communication and trust with the workforce; lead by example in the assigned work. Provide regular direction to your crew
• 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
• Monitor job progress and provide regular progress reporting to supervisor
• Plan, monitor, and maintain proper use of hand tools
• Knowledgeable and aware of the required quality of installations; direct and monitor quality; report on issues
• Responsible for the organization & cleanliness of work area, materials storage and tool cribs
• Actively support NAC'S Health, Safety, and Environment policies and procedures as per the roles and responsibilities within the HSE Manual

Requirements

• 3-5 years of experience working with various types of formwork in heavy construction
• Ability to read and interpret instructions, drawings, sketches and specification to determine work activities
• Must have advanced formwork experience (Doka or Logo form systems arean asset)
• Experience with walls up to 5 meters
• Experience with shoring at 5 meters high
• 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 procedures
• Valid WHMIS, Health and Safety Awareness Training for Workers and Working at Heights certificates are required.

NAC Offers :

• Competitive compensation
• Opportunities for career growth, development and advancement, including financial assistance
• 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