Site Carpenter

CREATE. Construction Management Group; Calgary; On-site; CAD 52,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wage

Benefits after probation

Birthday off

Team building activities

Job summary

CREATE. Construction Management Group is seeking a skilled Carpenter for Calgary, Alberta.

You will read blueprints, measure and cut materials, rough and finish carpentry, install doors and shelves, and ensure high-quality finishes on commercial spaces. You should have a recognized apprenticeship or 4+ years as a journey-level carpenter, proficient with carpentry tools, safe work practices, and good English/math skills.

Qualifications

• Completion of a recognized apprenticeship or four years’ journey-level carpenter experience.
• Hands-on experience with carpentry materials.
• Strong understanding of carpentry techniques and installation methods.
• Proficient with electrical and manual equipment and measurement tools.
• Ability to read technical documents and drawings.
• Willingness to follow safety guidelines at all times.
• Good knowledge of English and basic math.
• High school diploma; carpentry apprenticeship completion required.
• Certification and experience using forklift & telehandler.

Responsibilities

• Read blueprints, drawings and sketches to understand requirements.
• Take measurements and calculate material quantities needed.
• Cut, shape and finish lumber and other materials as per plans.
• Rough framing as required.
• Finish carpentry: window frames, doors, hardware, stairs.
• Finish work (flooring, roofing, drywall, paint) to high standards.
• Assemble and install doors, cabinets, shelves; install where designated.
• Inspect areas and perform repairs or maintenance.
• Build scaffolding and other structures; assist with site cleanup.
• Handle safety paperwork and inspections; load/unload materials as needed.

Skills

Read blueprints

Carpentry techniques

Basic math

English proficiency

Physical endurance

Safety awareness

Education

Carpentry apprenticeship

High school diploma

Tools

Forklift operation

Telehandler operation

Job description

Join a team that's redefining commercial construction - one desirable space at a time.

Every project tells a story. Help us build the next one.

Provocative. Creative. And definitely out of the box. That’s CREATE. Construction.

WE CREATE DESIRABLE SPACES.

As CREATE. continues to evolve and grow, we are looking for a Carpenter to join our team! Are you a “Jack or Jill-of-all-trades” that loves to tackle rewarding projects? Do you enjoy creating lasting relationships? If you have a carry bag with all sorts of hand tools and a keyring on a lanyard, then this role may be perfect for you!

The Carpenter will be responsible for creating first and final impressions with our clients and have the opportunity to “make it right”!

Day-to-day responsibilities may include (but not limited to):

• Read blueprints, drawings and sketches to fully grasp requirements
• Take measurements and calculate the size and amount of material needed
• Cut, shape and smooth lumber and other material (e.g. metals, fiberglass) according to measurements and use for install as per plans and directed
• Rough Framing as required (ie formwork)
• Finish carpentry as required (ie. build window frames, door and hardware install, staircases, etc)
• Misc finishing as required (ie. flooring, roofing, drywalls, paint, etc) ensuring a high level of quality and to industry standards
• Assemble and install of doors, cabinets, shelves and other items and install them where designated
• Inspect places and conduct repairs or maintenance
• Build scaffolding and other construction structures
• Misc scopes as assigned (ie. digging, cleanup after work completes, etc)
• Safety paperwork and inspections as assignedLoading and unloading materials by hand or using a forklift or telehandler

You’ll be successful with Create. if you are confident, reliable, and open to both give and receive feedback. We’re looking for someone who will fit our culture we describe as: Casual Intense. This means you come to work with a high degree of GIVE A SH*T and a desire to still have fun.

This isn’t a job. This is a career.

What we’re looking for from the candidate:

• Completion of a recognized apprenticeship or a minimum of four years’ experience as a journey-level carpenter (or equivalent)
• Hands-on experience working with carpentry materials
• Excellent understanding of carpentry techniques and methods of installation and construction
• Proficient in using electrical and manual equipment and measurement tools (powered saws, hammers, rulers etc.)
• Ability to read technical documents and drawings
• Willingness to follow safety guidelines at all times
• Good knowledge of English
• Good understanding of basic math
• Good physical condition and endurance
• High school diploma; Successful completion of a carpentry apprenticeship program is required (pr equivalent)
• Certification and experience using a forklift & telehandler

In the interview process we’ll be looking for:

• Positive, optimistic and definitely customer-centric
• Your ability to communicate verbally; easy to follow and with confidence
• Your willingness to take feedback and grow (not wilt)
• How you demonstrate strong organizational skills
• How you speak and engage with different personalities
• How you develop and maintain trusting relationships at all levels of the organization

What you will get:

• A values centric company who fully embraces the culture of Casual Intensity
• A company that provides autonomy the minute you can start demonstrating solid results
• An ongoing opportunity for development and growth – your only limitation is your desire to succeed!
• A competitive wage of $38.00 - $42.00/hour
• A comprehensive benefit plan after completion of the probationary period
• Acknowledgement of your hard work talent and accomplishments
• Fun perks, like team building activities and your birthday off!