Lead Carpenter

Whistler Personnel Solutions; Whistler Village; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extended benefits after 3 months

Job summary

Whistler Personnel Solutions is seeking a Lead Carpenter to perform high-quality carpentry work while directing on-site co-workers and subcontractors in Whistler. Reporting to the Site Supervisor and Project Manager, you will lead teams and ensure safety and schedule adherence.

Requirements include carpentry certification or equivalent experience, ability to read drawings, knowledge of building codes, and strong English communication.

Qualifications

• Carpentry certification or equivalent experience.
• Experience on residential and commercial projects $1–$5M.
• Ability to read architectural drawings and blueprints.
• Strong leadership and team-motivation abilities.
• Level 1 Occupational First Aid certificate.
• Commitment to safety guidelines and building codes.
• Excellent English communication skills.
• Physically fit and able to work outdoors.

Responsibilities

• Read blueprints, shop drawings, elevations, sections and construction details; relay concerns if instructions are unclear.
• Understand construction sequencing and how tasks integrate with other trades.
• Attend meetings with Site Supervisor and Project Manager.
• Direct, assign tasks and motivate carpenters, laborers, and subcontractors.
• Lead by example with quality workmanship, punctuality and accountability.
• Ensure site safety; enforce safety policies and building codes; hold safety meetings.
• Manage materials to avoid waste and shortages; address deficiencies promptly.
• Engage in proper tool maintenance and report damages or losses.
• Complete post-construction repairs and maintenance as required.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Blueprint reading

Safety compliance

First Aid

Building codes

English

Punctuality

Accountability

Teamwork

Ownership

Education

Carpentry certification

Job description

Now hiring a Lead Carpenter to be responsible for performing high-quality carpentry work while providing daily direction to co-workers and on-site personnel.

Reporting to Site Supervisor and Project Manager, this role requires a professional individual with strong communication and leadership skills capable of maintaining composure while working under tight timelines.

Offering a wage range of $40 – $45 per hour plus extended benefits.

About the Role, Benefits & Perks:

• Wage: range of $40 – $45 per hour based on experience
• Location: Whistler
• Schedule: Monday to Friday – 40 hours/week – 8hrs/day
  • Extended hours and/or weekend work may be required at times to maintain project schedule
• Eligible for the extended benefits package after 3 months of full-time

The Perfect Candidate:

• Carpentry certification and/or equivalent experience/skill level
• Experienced with residential and commercial projects in the range of $1-5 million
• Excellent understanding of carpentry techniques, methods of installation and ability to read technical documents and drawings
• Strong ability to lead and motivate teams
• Must maintain Level 1 Occupational First Aid certificate
• Willingness to adhere to safety guidelines at all times
• Knowledge of local building codes
• Physically fit to meet demands of job and capable of work outdoors in all weather
• Excellent oral communication skills in English
• Ability to always maintain a professional demeanor, to adapt to everchanging environment, ability to work productively and harmoniously with co-workers
• Proven success at taking ownership for one’s responsibilities, being punctual and delivering outcomes within the defined timeframe
• Committed to the company’s core values of Quality, Accountability, Commitment to Clients, Teamwork and Safety

Responsibilities Include:

• Read architectural and structural blueprints, shop drawings, elevations, sections and construction details. Relay concerns if instructions are unclear.
• Understand construction sequencing and how individual tasks integrate with other trades and project activities
• Understand requirements of major trades at rough in and finishing stages
• Attend meetings with Site Supervisor and Project Manager
• Direct, assign tasks and motivate carpenters, laborers, and subcontractors
• Lead by example through quality workmanship, professionalism, punctuality and accountability
• Ensure the project site is safe and clean, enforce safety policies and building codes; hold safety meeting
• Use/store project materials properly to avoid waste/shortages. Immediately address deficiencies to prevent production delays.
• Engage in proper tool maintenance and report any damages, misuse or lost/stolen tools
• Complete post-construction repairs and maintenance, as required

Tip for Out-of-Town Applicants:

If you are currently living outside the area, be sure to tell us about your plans to relocate including if you’ve already secured or researched local accommodation and your planned arrival date. Only candidates currently holding a valid Canadian work permit will be considered.