Journeyman Carpenter

Compass Minerals America Inc.; Unity; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Disability insurance

Employee assistance program

Paid vacation

Pension plan

Job summary

Compass Minerals Canada Corp. is hiring a Journeyperson Carpenter for our Unity Mechanical Evaporation facility in Unity, SK.

You will safely operate and maintain tools, construct and repair wooden structures, read blueprints, and support other trades with reliable access solutions. You’ll bring a Journeyperson certification with provincial or Red Seal endorsement, strong problem-solving and teamwork skills, and familiarity with JDE ERP and MS Office.

Qualifications

• Valid Journeyperson Carpenter/Scaffolder certification in Saskatchewan or Interprovincial Red Seal Endorsement.
• Ability to read and interpret technical documents and follow complex instructions.
• Experience with industrial scaffolding and maintenance in an industrial environment.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word).
• Experience with JDE ERP systems (an asset).
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• High sense of urgency and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Effective communication and teamwork abilities.
• Commitment to safety and continuous improvement.
• Valid Driver’s Licence.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate and maintain tools and equipment while conducting inspections and routine trade work.
• Build, repair, and maintain wooden structures and concrete surfaces across the plant.
• Perform concrete repairs using specialized compounds.
• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and specifications to plan and execute work effectively.
• Measure, cut, shape, assemble, and install wood and other materials with precision.
• Construct foundations, install flooring systems, and erect walls and roofs.
• Install finishes such as trim, cabinets, and countertops.
• Maintain and renovate structures within the industrial facility.
• Design, build, and dismantle scaffolding and access structures (e.g., ladders, ramps, platforms).
• Support other trades with safe and reliable access solutions.
• Troubleshoot and resolve operational issues with a proactive, solution-oriented approach.
• Follow all safety procedures, regulations, and manufacturer guidelines.
• Contribute to general housekeeping and plant upkeep.
• Perform additional duties as required to support operations.

Skills

Read blueprints

Industrial maintenance

Troubleshooting

Safety compliance

Teamwork

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Journeyperson Carpenter/Scaffolder certification (Saskatchewan)

Interprovincial Red Seal Endorsement

Tools

JDE ERP

Microsoft Office

Job description

Description

Explore the potential of being part of something Clearly Essential!

Compass Minerals (NYSE: CMP) is a leading global provider of essential minerals focused on safely delivering where and when it matters to help solve nature’s challenges for customers and communities. The company’s salt products help keep roadways safe during winter weather and are used in numerous other consumer, industrial, chemical and agricultural applications. Its plant nutrition products help improve the quality and yield of crops while supporting sustainable agriculture. Compass Minerals operates 11 production and packaging facilities with more than 1,800 employees throughout the U.S., Canada and the U.K. Visit compassminerals.com for more information about the company and its products.

We are currently hiring a Journeyperson Carpenter to join the team at our Mechanical Evaporation facility in Unity, SK.

Located in the western part of Saskatchewan, Compass Minerals’ Unity Mechanical Evaporation Plant is one of the company’s four mechanical evaporation plants. The plant produces and packages a wide variety of salt products including water conditioning salt, bulk salt, food‑grade salt and salt for agriculture. The Unity Evaporation Plant is located in a friendly community of 2,500 that loves hockey and curling, situated in the beautiful big‑sky prairies, an hour from North Battleford and a 2 hour drive from Saskatoon. We’re proud to be one of Unity’s steadfast employers.

How will you contribute to the team?

To perform this role successfully, the candidate will be responsible for, but not limited to, the following

• Safely operate and maintain tools and equipment while conducting inspections and routine trade work
• Build, repair, and maintain wooden structures and concrete surfaces across the plant
• Perform concrete repairs using specialized compounds
• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and specifications to plan and execute work effectively
• Measure, cut, shape, assemble, and install wood and other materials with precision
• Construct foundations, install flooring systems, and erect walls and roofs
• Install finishes such as trim, cabinets, and countertops
• Maintain and renovate structures within the industrial facility
• Design, build, and dismantle scaffolding and access structures (e.g., ladders, ramps, platforms)
• Support other trades with safe and reliable access solutions
• Troubleshoot and resolve operational issues with a proactive, solution-oriented approach
• Follow all safety procedures, regulations, and manufacturer guidelines
• Contribute to general housekeeping and plant upkeep
• Perform additional duties as required to support operations

What should you bring to the role?

• Valid Journeyperson Carpenter/Scaffolder certification in Saskatchewan or Interprovincial Red Seal Endorsement
• Ability to read and interpret technical documents and follow complex instructions
• Experience with industrial scaffolding and maintenance in an industrial environment
• Familiarity with microsoft office (excel, word)
• Experience with JDE ERP systems (an asset)
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
• High sense of urgency and ability to manage multiple priorities
• Effective communication and teamwork abilities
• Commitment to safety and continuous improvement
• Valid Driver’s Licence

What will you like about us?

• C ompensation and Benefits : We offer a competitive compensation package along with medical, dental, vision, disability, employee assistance program, and much more.
• Rest and Relaxation: Paid vacation, paid sick and personal floating days as per CBA
• Prepare for your Future: Defined Contribution Pension Plan with company contribution.
• Shared Core Values : Our employees share five Core Values in all we do: Integrity, Respect, Collaboration, Value Creation and High Performance.
• Safety : We are committed to creating a safe and inclusive work environment as we strive toward Zero Harm for our employees, customers and communities.
• Meaningful Work : What sets us apart is the work we do impacts daily lives – and every employee contributes. We responsibly transform Earth’s natural resources to deliver products that help keep people safe, feed the world and enrich lives.
• Growth and Development: Our development programs help our employees meet their personal growth goals and are a key driver in our company’s growth.

What is the work schedule?

• This is a Monday-Friday position, 8hr per day, or as designated by the collective agreement

Compass Minerals Canada Corp. is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We are firmly committed to making all employment-related decisions without regard to race, ancestry, ethnicity, color, religious creed or belief, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity, and pregnancy and breastfeeding), age, military or veteran status, status as a qualified individual with a disability, genetic information, and any other characteristic protected by law. To request reasonable accommodations, email [e-mail] .