Carpenter jobs in Canada (1,121 jobs)

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Counted Nov 6, 2026

Hiring at a glance

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Open jobs: 1,121
Employers: 898

Advertised starting pay

Average starting payCAD / hour: $34.91Across 679 listings

Employer-advertised starting pay, not employee salaries. Currencies and pay periods stay separate.

Where work happens

Remote: <1%1 listing
Hybrid: 0%0 listings
On-site: 94%1,054 listings

Not specified: 6% (66 listings)

Employers hiring include First Onsite - CA (18), Jardeg (17), Arbutus Properties (8).

Sources & calculation notes

These figures describe the listings on this role page at the date shown, not the whole job market. Listings can change.

Employer-listed minimums from at least 10 listings per currency and pay period. These are advertised starting amounts, not employee salaries. Jobs without a minimum and unusual amounts are excluded.

Hybrid and on-site classifications may be inferred from descriptions. Check the original ad. How we count

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carpenter
Northern Rockies Lodge
Muncho Lake, BC
- Full-time
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Carpenter-joiner FORMWORK
Pomerleau
Montreal, QC
As a carpenter-joiner in Pomerleau's Civil Engineering & Infrastructure team, you will work closely with all workers to ensure the coordination and execution of work. Working on large-scale…
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Carpenter CCQ- Logistic HUB
Pomerleau
Montreal, QC · QC
…across the Greater Montreal area, we are looking for a CCQ Carpenter who will contribute to the maintenance, fit-up, fabrication, and repair of temporary facilities and construction support…
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Carpenter Foreperson
VINCI Energies
Surrey, BC
- Full-time
…self-motivated and dedicated individual to join our Operations Team as a Carpenter…
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Carpenter Foreperson
BA Blacktop Group of Companies
Surrey, BC
- Full-time
…self-motivated and dedicated individual to join our Operations Team as a Carpenter…
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Carpenter
CPKC
Cranbrook, BC
- Full-time
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Carpenter CQ [NB Power]
CareerBeacon
Bathurst, NB
- Full-time
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Carpenter - General Tradesperson - Permanent- Full-time (internal/external)
Sudbury Catholic District School Board
Sudbury, ON
- Full-time
…promotes lifelong learning. The Board is currently seeking Carpenter -General…
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Carpenter
Boardwalk
Montreal, QC
- Full-time
Hold a recognized journeyman carpenter license from the CCQ (Quebec Construction Commission) or RBQ (Quebec Building Board)
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Carpenter - Dexterra
Dexterra
Petawawa, ON
- $20 to $21 CAD / hour
- Full-time
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Carpenter - Dexterra
Dexterra
Petawawa, ON
- Full-time
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Carpenter Foreperson - Infrastructure Projects, Calgary
Jardeg
Calgary, AB
- Full-time
Position: Carpenter Foreperson - Infrastructure Projects, Calgary
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Carpenter, Journeyperson
Aecon
MB
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Carpenter - Maintenance and Operations
Nova Scotia Health Authority
Bridgewater, NS
- Full-time
Reporting to the Manager, Facilities Management and Support, the Carpenter is responsible for completing repairs/alterations to building structures, i.e. millwork, walls, ceilings, doors…
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Carpenter
Wilco Contractors Northwest Inc
AB · Edmonton, Alberta
- Full-time
If you're a carpenter who enjoys hands-on work, working outdoors, and seeing the finished product, this is an opportunity to put your skills to work on a variety of unique civil…
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Carpenter
Wilco Contractors Northwest Inc.
AB · Edmonton, AB
- Full-time
If you're a carpenter who enjoys hands-on work, working outdoors, and seeing the finished product, this is an opportunity to put your skills to work on a variety of unique civil…
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Carpenter (Acheson)
Civeo North America
AB · Alberta, Canada
- Full-time
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Carpenter/Labourer
Co-op
Prince Albert, SK
- Full-time
Lake Country Co-op invites applications for the position of full-time Carpenter/Labourer at our Homes by Lake Country Co-op site in Prince Albert, Saskatchewan. We are looking for energetic…
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Carpenter - Maintenance and Operations
Nova Scotia Health and IWK Health
Bridgewater, NS
Reporting to the Manager, Facilities Management and Support, the Carpenter is responsible for completing repairs/alterations to building structures, i.e. millwork, walls, ceilings, doors…
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carpenter
Hybrid Carpentry
Brampton, ON
- Full-time
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framer-carpenter
ACQBUILT
Edmonton, AB
- Full-time
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Carpenter (Acheson)
Civeo
AB · AB, Canada
- Full-time
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Carpenter
Ansept Construction
AB · Greater Edmonton Metropolitan Area
- Full-time
We are hiring a Journeyman Carpenter to set the quality standard across each carpentry scope on site and mentor the crew around them. If you execute complex installations independently and…
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carpenter
GWC General Contractors
Kitchener, ON
- Full-time
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Carpenter and Apprentice Carpenter
Clark Builders
Red Deer, AB · AB
- Full-time

CPKC

Carpenter

Cranbrook, BC, Canada

Compensation Rate: $35.53 · Full-time

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Job details

Pay: Compensation Rate: $35.53
Job type: Full-time
Posting language: English
Posted: Oct 1, 2026

Original job description

Posting Start Date: 10/1/26

Join CPKC, North America’s first transnational railroad connecting U.S. Canada and Mexico, where your career drives progress and safety is paramount. We connect communities, fuel economic growth, and provide meaningful work in a culture that values diversity, accountability, and pride. With opportunities for training, development, and advancement, you’re not just building a career - you’re part of something bigger. Together, we move goods, connect people, and create lasting change. Your future starts here.

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:

CPKC is seeking a highly skilled and certified Journeyman Carpenter to join our Engineering team. In this dynamic position, you will play a critical role in ensuring the structural integrity of the railroad by specializing in the construction, maintenance, and repair of bridges and buildings. Reporting to the Manager of Bridge Maintenance, you will contribute to the safety and operational efficiency of train movement across North America, delivering an exceptional service to our customers. As a valued member of our team, your expertise in carpentry will directly support CPKC's commitment to excellence in rail infrastructure and transportation.

POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES:

Analyze and interpret blueprints to ensure precise project implementation
Complete interior and exterior finishes to improve spaces by performing drywall installation, painting and applying trim work
Construct and pour concrete foundations, slabs and various structural forms
Gather, organize and prepare construction materials, including lumber and other necessary supplies
Skilled in handling manual and power tools, including measurement instruments, saws, hammers and woodworking machinery
Operate rigging and scaffolding equipment to ensure safe and efficient work at elevated heights
Assist in maintaining accurate records of equipment maintenance, timesheets and project documentation, ensuring proper care and usage
Perform construction and repair tasks related to culverts, timber bridges, steel bridges and buildings
Comply with safety protocols, operational guidelines and Transport Canada regulations within the railroad sector
Adhere to safety guidelines in a high-risk, team-oriented work environment, prioritizing vigilance when working around heavy and moving equipment

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

Must be at least 18 years of age
High school diploma or general equivalency
Valid driver’s license
Possess journeyman carpenter certification
Demonstrate strong proficiency in using hand-powered tools; experience with heavy machinery operation is considered an asset
Acquire and maintain a Canadian Rail Operating Rules (CROR) certification at a minimum of Level "D"

WHAT CPKC HAS TO OFFER:

Flexible and competitive benefits package
Competitive company pension and/or retirement plans
Employee share purchase plan
Annual fitness subsidy
Part-time studies program

PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS:

Medical and Drug Testing

This is a safety sensitive position and a successful pre-employment medical assessment including physical, vision, hearing, and a negative company drug test is required. Post hire qualification drug testing may also be required.

Background Investigation

Criminal history check
Education verification
Driver’s license verification and driving history

CULTURE OF INCLUSION:

For our U.S. applicants, CPKC is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, inclusive of protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. For Canadian applicants CPKC is an employment equity employer committed to the principles of employment equity and inclusion. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply including: women, Black, Indigenous, People of Color (BIPOC), members of the LGBTQ+ community and people with disabilities. Accommodations for the job application process can be provide, as appropriate, upon request. All applicant information will be managed in accordance with the federal Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA).

Req ID: 106550
Department: Engineering
Job Type: Full-Time
Position Type: Union
Location: Cranbrook, British Columbia
Country: Canada
% of Travel: 60-70%
# of Positions: 1
Compensation Rate: $35.53
Job Available to: Internal & External

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Responsibilities

Interpret blueprints and perform carpentry, finishing, concrete, and construction work on railroad bridges, culverts, and buildings. Maintain equipment and project records while following railroad safety protocols, operational guidelines, and Transport Canada regulations.

Requirements

Applicants must be at least 18, have a high school diploma or equivalent, a valid driver's license, and journeyman carpenter certification. They must demonstrate proficiency with hand and power tools and obtain and maintain at least Level D Canadian Rail Operating Rules certification; heavy machinery experience is an asset.

Skills

Blueprint Interpretation
Carpentry
Drywall Installation
Painting
Trim Work
Concrete Construction
Hand and Power Tool Use
Measurement
Rigging
Scaffolding
Bridge Construction and Repair
Building Construction and Repair
Equipment Maintenance
Construction Documentation
Railroad Safety
Canadian Rail Operating Rules

Benefits

Flexible and Competitive Benefits Package
Company Pension and/or Retirement Plans
Employee Share Purchase Plan
Annual Fitness Subsidy
Part-Time Studies Program

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Keywords

Journeyman Carpenter
Carpentry
Railroad Engineering
Bridge Maintenance
Timber Bridges
Steel Bridges
Culverts
Buildings
Blueprints
Drywall
Painting
Trim Work
Concrete Foundations
Concrete Slabs
Structural Forms
Lumber
Hand Tools
Power Tools
Measurement Instruments
Woodworking Machinery
Rigging Equipment
Scaffolding
Equipment Maintenance
Project Documentation
Transport Canada Regulations
Canadian Rail Operating Rules
CROR Level D
Heavy Machinery
Rail Infrastructure
Safety-Sensitive Position

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