Formwork Carpenter

JPS Construction Group Ltd.; Nisku; On-site; CAD 47,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

JPS Construction Group Ltd. is seeking experienced Concrete Carpenters to support commercial and industrial concrete projects. This year-round role involves forming accurate, reliable formwork and collaborating with the crew to keep pours efficient.

Candidates should have strong concrete formwork or industrial carpentry experience, the ability to read drawings, and a commitment to safety. Some travel may be required to project sites in and around the Edmonton area.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in concrete formwork or industrial carpentry.
• Ability to read drawings and layouts with accuracy.
• Willing to travel for projects and pass drug/alcohol testing.

Responsibilities

• Build, set, adjust, and strip concrete forms.
• Work with multiple formwork systems and ensure pours run efficiently.
• Read drawings and layouts related to formwork.
• Coordinate with placers, finishers, and foremen on site.
• Provide day-to-day direction to labourers when assigned.

Skills

Concrete formwork

Industrial carpentry

Drawing interpretation

Attention to detail

Safety minded

Team player

Travel willingness

Drug/alcohol testing

Reliable transportation

Tools

Peri formwork

Doka formwork

Gang forms

Snap ties

Curb and gutter systems

Job description

Job Title: Concrete Carpenter

Wage: $34 - $40 per hour based on experience.

Job Description

JPS Construction Group is looking for experienced Carpenters to support our commercial and industrial concrete projects. This position is year-round, with multiple winter projects in and out of the Edmonton area.

This role focuses on building accurate, reliable formwork while working closely with the crew to ensure jobs are properly prepared and pours run efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

• Build, set, adjust, and strip concrete forms


• Work with a variety of formwork systems, including Peri, Doka, snap ties, gang forms, and curb and gutter systems


• Install and secure sono tubes


• Read and work from drawings and layouts related to formwork


• Measure, mark, and verify dimensions and elevations


• Assist with job preparation and pours as needed


• Provide day-to-day task direction to labourers and placers when they are assigned to assist with formwork


• Coordinate with placers, finishers, and foremen on site

What We're Looking For

• Strong experience in concrete formwork or industrial carpentry


• Experience using multiple formwork system types, gang form, snap ties, etc.


• Ability to read drawings and work accurately from layouts


• High attention to detail and pride in workmanship


• Physically capable of demanding site work


• Reliable transportation to job sites


• Strong safety mindset and team-first attitude


• Willingness to travel out of town for projects when required


• Ability to pass site-required drug and alcohol testing

Formwork Carpenters at JPS are hands-on, flexible, and expected to contribute beyond formwork when needed to keep projects moving.

Job Types

Full-time, Permanent

Benefits

• Dental care


• Extended health care


• Vision care

Schedule

• Monday to Friday


• Overtime


• Weekends as needed


• Year-round (winter projects)

Experience

• Concrete forming: 3 years (preferred)

Language

• English (required)

Licence/Certification

• Class 5 Licence (required)

Work Location

In person