Production Framer

Promise Robotics Inc.; Calgary; On-site; CAD 30,307 - 46,838; Full time

Job summary

Promise Robotics is seeking a Production Framer to frame wall panels, floors, stairs and roofs in our Calgary factory. The role involves manual labor, operating hand and power tools, and reading blueprints to size materials. Training to become Robotic Machine Operators may be provided.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years framing experience, a High School Diploma, and knowledge of building codes; Journeyman Carpenter certification is a strong asset. Teamwork and safety awareness are essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent.
• 2+ years of framing experience.
• Journeyman Carpenter certification is a strong asset.
• Proficient in building codes.
• Experience with AutoCAD and Revit software is a strong asset.
• Team work oriented; good communication and problem solving.
• Residential construction knowledge.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and shop drawings.
• Ability to operate hand and power tools.
• Ability to push, pull and move up to 50 pounds.
• Must be able to distinguish colors.
• Knowledge of health and safety rules.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and frame wall, floor, and roof structures.
• Read blueprints and shop drawings to prepare layouts and determine materials.
• Measure, cut and assemble framing lumber.
• Install exterior windows and doors.
• Frame floor panels as per joist layout and shop drawings.
• Conduct interior work such as fittings and casings.
• Operate hand and power tools safely.
• Provide on-the-job training and mentorship.
• Maintain safety standards on site.
• Follow quality control procedures.
• Ensure materials and supplies are available.
• Participate in problem solving and continuous improvement.

Skills

Framing experience

Teamwork

Problem solving

Communication

Blueprint reading

Residential construction

Tools operation

Building codes

Safety awareness

Measurement units

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Journeyman Carpenter certification (asset)

AutoCAD familiarity (asset)

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

We’ve recently begun production at our new state-of-the-art robotic homebuilding plant in partnership with several large homebuilders within the Greater Calgary Region. Powered by Promise Robotics' transformative production lines for timber-based panelized construction, the new plant enables our group of homebuilding partners to significantly increase the capacity and speed of home production within the fast-growing region of Calgary, AB.

To support our continued growth, we are seeking a Production Framer to frame manual wall panels, floors, stairs and/or roofs in our factory. In this role you will preform a variety of tasks involving physical labor and are required to operate equipment, hand and power tools. This role also has the opportunity to be trained to become Robotic Machine Operators.

What you will do:

• Assemble/finish pre-built wall, floor, and roof structures
• Examine and understand specifics of blueprints and building plans to prepare project layouts to determine the dimensions and materials required for building the frame for a house
• Measure, cut, and assemble the framing lumber needed to build residential buildings.
• Install exterior windows and doors
• Frame floor panels as per joist layout and framing shop drawings
• Conduct interior work such as fitting interior doors and casings
• Use a variety of hand and power tools such as saws, drills, nail guns, framer’s squares, and measuring tapes.
• Provide on the job training & mentorship to other employees.
• Maintain safety standards in the work place.
• Follow quality control procedures.
• Ensure that the required materials and supplies are available.
• Participate actively in problem solving sessions, continuous improvement initiatives.
• Perform additional duties as required.

What you will need to succeed:

• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent.
• 2+ years of experience in framing position.
• Journeyman Carpenter certification is a strong asset
• Proficient in building codes
• Experience with AutoCAD and Revit software is a strong asset
• Team work oriented.
• Excellent problem solving skills and good communication skills.
• Residential construction knowledge.
• Ability to operate hand and power tools.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and shop drawings.
• Knowledge of health and safety rules.
• Knowledge of imperial and metric measurement systems.
• Must be able to push, pull and move equipment and/or material up to 50 pounds.
• Must be able to distinguish colors.
• May require work in hazardous environments requiring protective equipment.

We are proud to be an equal-opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, colour, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, and gender identity.