Carpenters

MD Howe Construction; Fort Saskatchewan; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction company in Fort Saskatchewan is seeking skilled Carpenters to join their team. The ideal candidates will have a secondary school graduation certificate and relevant work experience of 1-5 years. Responsibilities include reading blueprints, measuring and assembling materials, and maintaining structures. The company offers a supportive growth-oriented work environment with a wage of $36.00 per hour, requiring physical capability and a reliable work ethic.

Qualifications

• 1 year to less than 5 years of related work experience.
• Physical capabilities include bending, crouching, and kneeling.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines and minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings.
• Measure, cut, shape, and join various materials.
• Inspect existing structures for damage or wear.

Skills

Communication skills in English

Reliability

Punctuality

Client focus

Ability to handle heavy loads

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Tools

Hand and power tools

Job description

MD Howe Construction is a Fort Saskatchewan based company delivering quality residential and commercial projects. We value skilled, reliable team players and offer a supportive, growth-oriented work environment where your craftsmanship and attitude make a real impact.

We are looking to hire Carpenters to join our team. All candidates must be willing to join a team environment to strengthen and grow our current crew with a positive attitude and character.

We offer:

• Wage: $36.00 per hour
• Hours per week: 30‑40 hours per week
• Vacancies: 4

Terms of employment:

• Full time permanent position
• Job start date: as soon as possible
• Employment conditions: Early morning, Morning, Day, Evening, Weekend, Shift
• Main office: 8045?93?Ave, Fort Saskatchewan, AB, T8L?3P5
• Work location: various locations

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and sketches to determine project requirements, and prepare layouts in accordance with building codes using precision measuring tools.
• Estimate materials, tools, and project costs accurately.
• Measure, cut, shape, assemble, and join wood, wood substitutes, lightweight steel, and other materials using hand and power tools, nails, screws, adhesives, and other fastening methods.
• Build and maintain foundations, floors, walls, roof systems, and install windows, doors, stairs, moldings, cabinetry, and hardware.
• Apply finishing techniques such as sanding, staining, varnishing, and painting.
• Inspect existing structures for damage or wear, check completed work with tools such as levels or framing squares, and recommend necessary repairs.
• Maintain, repair, and renovate wooden structures in residential, commercial, and industrial settings.
• Provide guidance and training to apprentices, supervise work teams, and collaborate with other tradespeople to ensure quality and safety standards.
• Organize and maintain tools, machinery, and materials, following safety protocols and keeping detailed records of work completed, materials used, and project progress.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Must be able to communicate in English
• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
• 1 year to less than 5 years of related work experience
• Work conditions and physical capabilities: Bending, crouching, kneeling; Combination of sitting, standing, walking; Handling heavy loads; Physically demanding; Tight deadlines; Work with minimal supervision
• Personal suitability: Accurate; Client focus; Reliability; Punctuality