Carpenter & Quality Control Technician

brookfield; Calgary; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Extended medical benefits

RRSP program

Career development

Paid volunteer hours

Paid parental leave

Family planning support

Wellness program

Job summary

Brookfield Residential is seeking a Carpenter & Quality Control Technician to audit new homes under construction for conformance with plans, codes, and Brookfield standards. You will perform quality checks, document findings, and coordinate with trades and authorities.

Ideal candidates have 2 years of carpentry experience or an active apprenticeship, strong blueprint-reading skills, and a focus on safety and quality across site activities.

Qualifications

• 2 years of general carpentry experience or active carpentry apprenticeship.
• Strong blueprint-reading, organizational, computer, and detail-oriented skills.
• Effective communication with internal and external stakeholders; safety training certificates required.

Responsibilities

• Perform pre-backfill, framing and mechanical complete quality checks.
• Lead coordination with municipal authorities and contractors for code compliance and quality assurance.
• Provide formal documentation of quality control and follow up on deficiencies until rectified.
• Audit homes under construction daily for fit, finish, and function; review plans and blueprints.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Effective communication

Detail oriented

Safety training

Organizational skills

Education

Journeyman carpenter

Carpentry apprenticeship

Tools

Levels

Rulers

Plumb bobs

Framing squares

Surveying equipment

Job description

Location

Calgary - 4906 Richard Road SW

Business

At Brookfield Residential, a leading North American land developer and homebuilder for over 65 years, we have had one goal in mind - creating the best places to call home. From the development of award-winning, master-planned communities to the creation of well-designed homes, we are committed to cultivating exceptional life experiences for our customers, partners, employees, and members of the community.

Job Description

Overview:

Serving as a front-line quality control role, The Carpenter & Quality Control Technician is responsible and accountable for auditing the compliance of buildings under construction for conformance with plans, specifications, building code, quality conformance, system function, and completion of any job specific details.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform pre-backfill, framing and mechanical complete Quality check.
• Use levels, rulers, plumb bobs, framing squares, and surveying equipment while performing Quality Control duties.
• Lead coordination with municipal authorities and contractors to support code compliance, quality assurance, and implementation of Brookfield construction standards and best practices.
• Provide formal documentation of quality control checks to managers and responsible trades.
• Follow up on identified deficiencies until rectified.
• Review and audit homes under construction on a daily basis.
• Work from blueprints or follow instructions from managers.
• Apply layout and grade requirements to determine project dimensions and coordinate the materials and equipment needed to complete construction activities.
• Utilize common hand and power tools for general carpentry work, including repairs.
• Perform construction work safely at heights in compliance with OH&S regulations, utilizing various construction methods, housing products, and building materials including wood, plastic, fiberglass, and drywall.
• Install doors, windows, and partitions, while moving and handling construction materials and equipment.
• Support other aspects of Brookfield construction operations as required.
• Audit various installed finished materials, building life systems, installations, fixtures and appliance for fit, finish and function
• Perform light touch-ups as required to surfaces such as drywall, painting, finishing carpentry, flooring, cabinets, electrical, plumbing and fiberglass glass tubs, etc.
• Participate in Brookfield Safety Program.
• Provide leadership and training to employees and contractors, ensuring compliance with safe work practices, proper tool use, and Brookfield safety standards.
• Maintain safe site conditions by installing and inspecting safety features, ensuring proper home access, and performing mandatory safety inspections.

Physical Requirements:

• Walk uneven terrain.
• Lift/push/pull up to 100 pounds.
• Ability to hear for safety reasons- hearing aids are acceptable
• Vision- 20/20 and is acceptable if they are wearing glasses or contacts.
• Work safely in confined and hard-to-access construction areas, including frequent crawling and kneeling.
• Navigate active construction sites safely, including frequent climbing of ladders and stairs to access work areas and perform inspections.

What You'll Bring:

• 2 years of general carpentry experience, or an active participant in carpentry apprenticeship, a journeyman carpenter or equivalent.
• Strong blueprint-reading, organizational, computer, and detail-oriented skills.
• Effective communication skills; ability to communicate with internal and external stakeholders.
• Safety Training Certificates (e.g. Basics of Supervision, First Aid and CPR, Fall Arrest, Natural Gas, Propane, WHIMIS, OSHA).
• Valid Driver's License and vehicle required; must be able to travel to job sites located outside of public transit routes.

What We Offer:

• Competitive compensation and total rewards package.
• Excellent extended medical, dental and vision benefits beginning day 1.
• RRSP program, contributions begins day 1.
• Career development programs.
• Paid Volunteer Hours.
• Paid parental leave.
• Family planning assistance including IVF, surrogacy and adoptions options.
• Wellness and mental heal