Carpenters, Apprentice Carpenters & Forepersons

FARMER CONSTRUCTION

Building Community

About Us

Established in 1951, Farmer Construction is a privately-owned family business which has collaborated extensively in the development of Vancouver Island communities and skyline.  Having worked successfully in all disciplines of construction including General Contracting, Construction Management, Design Build and Tenant Improvements we take great pride in having built a solid reputation for managing and constructing quality projects on time and on budget.  This pride also extends to our team of professionals who deliver exceptional experience and service to our clients.

Why Work With Us

At Farmer, we invest in our people. As a Farmer team member, you will enjoy building community on the sites. We provide opportunity for people with creativity and commitment to be a part of an entrepreneurial company with deep roots in beautiful Victoria, BC on Vancouver Island. In addition to working in a beautiful community we are also an integral part of it and actively support a variety of community organizations and charities.

We specialize in our own forces work including excavations, concrete formwork, concrete placing and finishing, wood framing, as well as rough and finish carpentry. We can offer stable work, professional development, apprenticeship funding and a rewarding working environment.

CARPENTER FOREPERSON

Victoria, BC

Duties

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  Supervising job sites and crew activity following direction from the Site Superintendent
• Managing and coordinating the activity of crews to meet determined work schedules
• Read blueprints to determine project specifications and construct formwork according to drawings
• Ensuring safety codes and regulations are being correctly followed and adhered to
• Ensuring erected structures have been constructed to code and engineering requirements
• Resolving all site-related problems and making recommendations to improve worksite efficiency
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  Maintaining project records, including approving time sheets for all crew members
  
  

Physical Requirements

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  Able to work at heights and balance on platforms, scaffolds, and decks
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  Able to work alone, or as part of a team
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  Able to travel within the Greater Victoria Area and/or Vancouver Island
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  Work is physically demanding
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  Hardworking and able to accept direction from a Supervisor
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  Ability to work exposed to the elements

Qualification Requirements

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  3+ years of foreman, lead hand or supervisory experience, required
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  Red Seal Journeyman certificate in Carpentry, an asset, or 5+ years’ experience in the trade, required
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  Ability work with, coordinate and provide direction to multiple sub trades on any given site
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  Ability to manage on site in house labour
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  Good communication skills
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  Knowledge in trade related math, volumes, and areas
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  Be able to read blueprints and understand the BC Building Code

Benefits

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  Union wages based on experience, and/or certification
• 10% vacation pay
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  Health benefits and pension plan
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  On-the-job training
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  Sponsored educational opportunities
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  Career advancement
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  Strong health and safety record

We thank all applicants for their interest however only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.