Lead Carpenter

Northern Tropic Homes Ltd; Victoria; On-site; AUD 49,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Northern Tropic Homes Ltd in Victoria, BC, is seeking a full-time Red Seal Carpenter to join our residential construction team. The role emphasizes sunrooms, glazing, framing, and compliance with blueprints and safety standards.

Ideal candidates will lead a 2-4 person crew, work well with homeowners, and be comfortable outdoors. Buildertrend experience is a plus; a valid Red Seal ticket is required.

Qualifications

• Red Seal Carpenter Ticket is required.
• Experience leading a 2-4 person crew.
• Ability to work with residential customers.
• Experience in carpentry or glass glazing.
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong prioritization and communication skills.
• Willing to work outdoors and have a cell phone.
• Willing to learn Buildertrend.

Responsibilities

• Install sunrooms and solariums on residential buildings.
• Glazing and installing walls and roof systems.
• Install doors, windows, hardware, and locks.
• Follow blueprints and engineering specifications.
• Ensure inspections and safety regulations are met.
• Measure, cut, and fix wood and aluminum materials.
• Construct building frameworks: footings, beams, floor joists, door frames.
• Direct a team of labourers and complete work orders promptly.
• Maintain a clean, professional job site and safety procedures.
• Attend to safety and perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Team leadership

Residential carpentry

Glazing

Blueprints & specs

Outdoor work

Education

Red Seal Carpenter Ticket

Tools

Buildertrend

Job description

Full Time Red Seal Carpenter Needed in Victoria, BC, Canada

Wage: Negotiated, based on experience between $35-45/hr

Special Interest in those familiar with ICF Foundations

• Company Vehicle and Gas Allowance included with position
• Full benefits package after 6 months employment

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Installs Sunrooms and Solariums to residential buildings.
• Glass glazing and installation to walls and roof systems.
• Install structures such as doors, windows, hardware, locks, etc.
• Follow blueprints, building plans, and engineering specifications accurately.
• Adhere to city inspections and fire regulations.
• Measure, cut and fix wood and aluminum materials.
• Construct building frameworks, including footings, support beams, floor joists, and door frames.
• Inspect and replace damaged framework or other fixtures.
• Instruct and direct a team of labourers and construction trade helpers.
• Completes work orders in a timely manner.
• Provides verbal recommendations.
• Performs all work and duties in a safe manner and follows all safety procedures.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Completes work in a timely manner with efficiency and accuracy.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Red Seal Carpenter Ticket.
• Must be capable of leading a team of 2-4 crew.
• Must work well with residential customers.
• Experience in carpentry and/or glass glazing.
• Must be able to work in a fast paced environment.
• Demonstrated ability to set priorities.
• Excellent communication skills, particularly in leadership.
• Demonstrated reliable attendance and punctuality.
• Must be able to work outdoors.
• Must have a cell phone.
• Must be capable and willing to use/learn Buildertrend.

EXPECTATIONS:

Employees are expected to demonstrate our values of excellence, accountability, respect, teamwork and professionalism. We pride ourselves in keeping a clean, professional, and orderly job site and have the same expectation upon our employees. Furthermore, we expect our employees to attend work regularly because regular attendance is critical to maintaining a high level of excellence.