Senior Landscape Carpenter

Houston Landscapes; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 50,971 - 55,104; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits after 6 months

Two weeks paid vacation

Job summary

A landscaping company in North Vancouver is seeking a Senior Landscape Carpenter to lead carpentry projects. The position requires a minimum of 4 years of experience, completion of secondary school, and a valid driver's license. The role offers a competitive wage of $37.00 - $40.00 per hour, health benefits after 6 months, and two weeks of paid vacation annually. Candidates must demonstrate manual dexterity and the ability to work independently while meeting tight deadlines and ensuring safety compliance.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years of experience as a Carpenter or equivalent work experience and training.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record is required.
• Ability to perform physically demanding work and lift heavy materials.

Responsibilities

• Interpret blueprints and building plans for projects.
• Lead carpentry tasks in landscape construction projects.
• Inspect and repair existing structures as needed.
• Measure, cut and shape materials with accuracy.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards.
• Guide labourers or entry-level carpenters.
• Maintain a safe and organized work environment.
• Complete daily work records.

Skills

Manual dexterity

Problem-solving

Ability to work independently

Task planning skills

Education

Completion of secondary school

Job description

Houston Landscapes Ltd. (Business address 260 Riverside Dr, North Vancouver, BC V7H 1V1) is seeking experience Senior Landscape Carpenter for its location in North Vancouver, BC. It’s a full-time (40 hours per week), permanent position, $37.00 - $40.00/hour (depending on experience), paid on a bi-weekly basis. Overtime compensation is based on the current BC Employment Standards Act (1.5 times the regular wage paid if the daily hours exceed 8 hours or the weekly hours exceed 40 hours).

We offer an employee benefit plan that includes health benefits available after 6 months with the company. Two weeks of paid vacation each year.

Location of employment: Vancouver Mainland

Job Duties

• Interpret blueprints, sketches, and building plans to determine layout, dimensions, and materials required;
• Lead the execution of carpentry aspects of landscape construction projects, including decks, garden walls, walkways, stairs, retaining walls, water features, and outdoor structures;
• Inspect existing structures and perform repairs or replacements of damaged framework, fixtures, and components using hand and power tools;
• Measure, cut, and shape materials to required specifications with attention to quality and accuracy;
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and proactively maintain a safe and organized work environment;
• Provide guidance and technical directions to labourers or entry-level carpenters;
• Work independently on assigned tasks while following project specifications and timelines;
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment in accordance with established safety practices;
• Complete daily records of work performed, including time and materials used.

Requirements

• Completion of secondary school is required;
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record is required;
• Minimum of 4 years of experience as a Carpenter or a combination of relevant work experience and formal training;
• Strong manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination;
• Ability to perform physically demanding work and lift and carry heavy materials;
• Ability to work independently with minimum supervision;
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines in environments that may include working at heights, in confined, noisy, and/or dusty conditions;
• Strong problem-solving, decision-making, and task planning skills;
• Willingness to work in various weather conditions;