Carpenter (Lower Mainland)

Wales McLelland Construction; Richmond; On-site; CAD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life Insurance

Health & Dental

Vacation Pay

Sick Pay

Career development opportunities

Employee referral program

Anniversary service recognition

Job summary

Wales McLelland Construction is seeking an experienced carpenter to join our on-site crew in a role covering rough and finished carpentry for interior and exterior structures. You will work from blueprints and instructions, using hand tools and power tools to build and repair components of wood, drywall, concrete and brick.

The ideal candidate has at least 2 years of carpentry experience in commercial/industrial settings, is comfortable with physical work, and holds a valid BC driver's license.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' experience as a carpenter in commercial or industrial construction.
• Red Seal or interprovincial ticket is an asset.
• Must be open to performing physical activities (lifting up to 50 lbs).
• Demonstrated ability to use manual tools and equipment safely.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time.

Responsibilities

• Design, construct, remodel, retrofit and repair interior and exterior structures made of wood, drywall, plaster, concrete or brick.
• Follow blueprints or instructions from Site Superintendent.
• Use chisels, planes, saws, drills and sanders to repair and erect structures.
• Join materials with nails, screws, staples or adhesives.
• Erect scaffolding and install partitions, doors and windows.
• Ensure safety standards are followed on construction sites.
• Check work quality against codes and specifications.

Skills

Carpentry

Manual tools

Safety awareness

Physical stamina

BC Driver's license

Education

Red Seal or interprovincial ticket (asset)

Tools

MEWP Certification

Skidsteer/Telehandler Certification

Job description

SUMMARY: This position is a vital part of the construction team which designs, constructs, repairs, and maintains structures using various types of materials and is responsible for the full range of rough and finished skilled carpentry work.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Design, construct, remodel, retrofit and repair interior and exterior structures made of wood, drywall, plaster, concrete or brick
• Work with instructions and/or blueprints from Site Superintendent
• Utilize chisels, planes saws, drills and sanders to repair and erect structures
• Join materials with nails, screws, staples or adhesives
• Work on top of stilts, ladders, and top beams of buildings
• Check work progress to ensure that it meets quality standards, codes and specifications
• Use levels, rules, framing squares, and surveying equipment to ensure everything is level and secure
• Work with pre-fabricated buildings
• Build stairs and other structures
• Create structures for pouring concrete
• Erect scaffolding
• Install partitions, doors and windows
• Ensure all safety standards are followed when working on construction sites
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum 2 years' experience as a carpenter in commercial or industrial construction (includes rough and finished carpentry)
• Red Seal or equivalent interprovincial ticket is an asset
• Must be open to performing physical activities (Lifting equipment up to 50 lbs)
• Demonstrated ability to use manual tools and equipment safely
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time
• Have access to a personal vehicle and a valid BC Driver’s license as you will be assigned to different jobsites
• Have carpentry hand tools (belt, tape, hammer, square, level, etc.)
• Fall Protection Training is required
• MEWP Certification and Skidsteer/Telehandler Certification is an asset

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

• Excellent Benefits Package, includes Life Insurance, Group Health & Dental
• Vacation Pay and Sick Pay
• Professional and career development opportunities
• Employee referral program
• Anniversary service recognition

Please note that we can only accept candidates who are eligible to work in Canada.