Finishing Carpenter

Aerotek

Dartmouth

On-site

CAD 34,000 - 41,000

Part time

10 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Employee assistance program
Discount programs

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking a finishing carpenter to install doors, hardware, lever sets, weather strips, and door closures at a Dartmouth, NS site. You will read and execute step-by-step instructions with precision, ensuring quality workmanship across a long-term project.

The role emphasizes safety, PPE adherence, and teamwork in a fully onsite setting with 7 AM to 3 PM hours. Experience with commercial construction tools and reading detailed plans is required.

Qualifications

  • 2+ years' carpentry experience in commercial construction.
  • Ability to read and follow detailed installation instructions.
  • Capable of lifting 50 lbs and using PPE.

Responsibilities

  • Install doors and associated hardware with precision.
  • Wire panic doors and ensure they function correctly.
  • Follow detailed instructions for installations step by step.
  • Maintain a keen attention to detail and quality of workmanship.
  • Problem-solve on-site issues effectively and efficiently.
  • Navigate iPads for installation guides and instructions.

Skills

Carpentry
Construction tools
Framing
Reading instructions
PPE compliance
Teamwork

Tools

MIG welders
Saws
Presses
Grinders
Power files
Punching equipment

Job description

Job Title: Finishing Carpenter Job Description

We are seeking a skilled finishing carpenter to join our team, specializing in installing doors, hardware, lever sets, weather strips, door closures, panic doors, and door stops. The role requires the ability to read and execute step-by-step instructions accurately, ensuring precision and quality in all installations.

Responsibilities
  • Install doors and associated hardware with precision.
  • Wire panic doors and ensure they function correctly.
  • Follow detailed instructions for installations step by step.
  • Maintain a keen attention to detail and quality of workmanship.
  • Problem-solve on-site issues effectively and efficiently.
  • Navigate and utilize iPads for installation guides and instructions.
Essential Skills
  • Proficiency in construction, framing, and carpentry.
  • Experience with both hand and power tools in commercial construction.
  • Ability to safely operate power tools such as MIG welders, saws, presses, grinders, power files, and punching equipment.
  • Strong communication skills.
  • Minimum of 2 years' experience as a carpenter or in a specialty sub-trade.
  • Ability to read and follow detailed instructions.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
  • Basic toolset including cordless drill and driver bits.
  • First aid certification is a plus.
  • Welding experience is beneficial.
  • Commitment to wearing PPE at all times, including hard hat, steel-toed boots, high visibility attire, gloves, safety glasses, and hard hat lanyard.
  • Ability to lift 50lbs regularly.
  • Commitment to a long-term project lasting over 2 years.
Why Work Here?

Enjoy extended benefits and the stability of working on a long-term project at a single location. Join a supportive team environment where attention to detail and craftsmanship are valued.

Work Environment

Work hours are from 7 AM to 3 PM, in a collaborative team setting of 2-4 people focusing on door installations. The project spans approximately 3 years, providing consistent work and the opportunity to refine your skills alongside experienced professionals.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Dartmouth, NS.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $30.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Dartmouth,NS.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, employee assistance and discount programs.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Conformément à l’Ordonnance sur l’égalité des chances de San Francisco, pour tous les postes situés dans la ville et le comté de San Francisco, nous examinerons les candidatures des personnes qualifiées ayant un casier judiciaire ou des antécédents criminels.

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

Nous pouvons utiliser l’intelligence artificielle (IA) pour soutenir certaines étapes de notre processus d’embauche, notamment la recherche, la présélection et l’évaluation des candidatures. L’IA aide à analyser les candidatures et les qualifications, mais les décisions finales sont prises par notre équipe de recrutement. En soumettant votre candidature, vous reconnaissez et acceptez que celle-ci puisse être examinée à l’aide d’outils d’IA.

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