Carpenter/Maintenance Technician

gov; Hay River; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Infrastructure (INF) in Hay River, NT, seeks a Journeyman Carpenter to perform carpentry and related maintenance on GNWT buildings, following plans and work orders. Responsibilities include inspecting utilidors, playgrounds, and door systems, with focus on safety and code compliance.

Ideal candidates hold a Journeyman Carpenter certification or Red Seal equivalency, a Class 5 license, and fit the described experience in commercial renovations and locksmithing.

Qualifications

• Journeyman Carpenter with 7 years’ experience, incl. 3 yrs in repair/ renovation of commercial buildings.
• 2 yrs experience with overhead and electronic door systems; 1 yr locksmithing.
• Class 5 Driver's License required.
• Red Seal Journeyman Carpenter with 6 years experience incl. 3 yrs repair/ renovation; 1 yr door systems; 1 yr locksmithing.

Responsibilities

• Complete carpentry and related works per work orders, plans and specs to maintain GNWT buildings.
• Inspect utilidors and playgrounds and repair/replace exterior and interior fixtures.
• Work with lock systems and read blueprints and specifications.
• Supervise apprentices and casual staff as needed.

Skills

Building codes knowledge

Health & safety awareness

Hazardous materials handling

Blueprint reading

Apprentice supervision

Education

Journeyman Carpenter certification

Red Seal Journeyman Carpenter equivalency

Tools

Overhead door systems

Electronic door systems

Locksmithing

Job description

The Department of Infrastructure (INF) provides high quality services to the public and Government of the Northwest Territories’ (GNWT) departments, boards and agencies including the planning, design, construction, acquisition, operation and maintenance of public transportation infrastructure and the buildings, works and equipment required for the GNWT to deliver its programs and services. INF makes essential petroleum products available for sale to the public where these products are not provided by the private sector, and promotes the development and increased use of energy efficient technologies. INF also regulates electrical and mechanical safety services and licenses individuals and vehicles operating in the territory.

Reporting to the Facilities and Maintenance Coordinator, this position is located in Hay River and completes carpentry and other various works in accordance with work orders, plans and specifications to ensure GNWT buildings and works are well maintained. Some examples include inspection of utilidors and playgrounds, and repair/replacement on exterior and interior fixtures (i.e. doors and windows, structural components) as well as working with lock systems.

Critical Knowledge, Skills and Abilities.

• Knowledge of the National Building Codes and ¿Good Building Practices for Northern Facilities¿;
• Knowledge of the current Health and Safety Act and Regulations;
• Knowledge and ability to carry out maintenance and repairs ensuring proper procedures with hazardous materials such as asbestos and lead;
• Ability to read and interpret blue prints, drawings and specifications for installation;
• Ability to read and follow plans and specifications;
• Ability to supervise and train apprentices and casual staff

Typically attained by;

Certification as a Journeyman Carpenter with 7 years¿ experience, including the following specific minimums: 3 years¿ experience in repairing, maintaining, and renovating commercial buildings and in finishing carpentry; 2 years¿ experience with various overhead and electronic door systems; 1 year experience locksmithing. A Class 5 Driver's License is required.

Equivalencies may include Red Seal Journeyman Carpenter with 6 years¿ experience, including the following specific minimums: 3 years¿ experience in repairing, maintaining, and renovating commercial buildings and in finishing carpentry; 1 years¿ experience with various overhead and electronic door systems; 1 year experience locksmithing. A Class 5 Driver's License is required.

GNWT Inquiries

Inquiries Only:

• Hay River HR Client Service Centre
• Department of Finance
• Government of the Northwest Territories
• 209 - 62 WOODLAND DRIVE
• HAY RIVER, NT X0E 1G1
• Tel [phone]
• [e-mail]

Note: If you do not receive electronic notification confirming receipt of your application, please follow up via telephone.