Carpenter (Journeyman and Apprentice)
- AB, Canada
- Edmonton, AB, Canada
Full-time
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Original job description
The Journeymen or Apprentice carpenter, under the direction of the Superintendent and Foreman, is responsible for constructing, erecting, installing, maintaining, and repairing structures and components of structures made of wood, wood substitutes, lightweight steel, and other materials.
Functional Responsibilities
Functional Responsibilities
- Observe and comply with all health and safety regulations, following safe work practices and procedures at all times
- Learn and participate in Lean practices and processes, with the goal of continual improvement and reduction of waste
- Read and interpret blueprints for work planning
- Operate and maintain carpentry tools and equipment
- Layout of various tasks throughout the duration of the project, including foundations, interior partitions, parapets, etc.
- Build concrete forms, foundations, floor beams and subflooring, install framing for dropped ceilings and bulk heads, frame walls, and erect scaffolding
- Insulate, drywall, mud/tape, and paint
- Erect roof rafters and sheathing, work at heights
- Erect wood framework, walls, partitions, joints, drywall, and rafters
- Frame and install doors and windows, floor coverings, ceilings, and trim
- Check accuracy of work and make adjustments as required
- Handle and transport job materials to the work area as needed
- Contribute to, and participate in, the effective use of the Quality Control System
- Construction environment (regularly working near moving mechanical parts/equipment and in outside conditions that include inclement weather, heat and humidity, exposure to dust, asphalt, and noise)
- Working with various tools and construction materials
- Lifting, pulling or pushing, carrying, and manipulating objects of up to 50 lbs
- Walking and standing for long periods of time
- Bending, crouching, and crawling
- Climbing ladders and working at heights
- Use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is required (e.g. hard hat, safety boots, etc.)
- Additional hazards associated with the construction industry
- Driving a company vehicle and/or operating equipment
- Understands and adheres to all safety policies and procedures
- Knowledge of and proficiency in the practical application of carpentry principles, techniques, and procedures
- Able to organize and perform assigned tasks with little supervision
- Able to read and understand building specifications, blueprints, and other construction documentation
- Understands basic operation of mechanical and electrical building systems and components
- Mathematical and analytical skills necessary to perform material and labour estimates
- Confident using basic survey equipment including a transit, builder’s level, laser level, and rotating laser level
- Proven written and verbal communication abilities
- Strong attention to detail
- Registered Carpentry Apprentice or Journeyman Carpenter
- Certificate(s) required to operate applicable equipment
- Able to obtain security clearances if required for project
- Minimum two (2) years’ experience as a Carpenter in the commercial/institutional construction industry
More about this job
Responsibilities
The carpenter is responsible for constructing, installing, and repairing various structures using wood, steel, and other materials under the direction of site leadership. They must also ensure compliance with safety regulations, maintain tools, and contribute to quality control processes.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a Registered Carpentry Apprentice or Journeyman Carpenter certificate and possess at least two years of experience in commercial or institutional construction. Proficiency in reading blueprints, performing material estimates, and operating survey equipment is required.
Skills
- Carpentry
- Blueprint reading
- Concrete forming
- Framing
- Drywall installation
- Roofing
- Tool maintenance
- Safety compliance
- Quality control
- Mathematical estimation
- Survey equipment operation
- Communication
- Attention to detail
- Scaffolding erection
- Material handling
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Categories
- Construction
- Trades
- Manufacturing
Keywords
- Carpenter
- Journeyman
- Apprentice
- Construction
- Blueprints
- Concrete forms
- Framing
- Drywall
- Scaffolding
- Lean practices
- Quality control
- Survey equipment
- Transit
- Laser level
- Safety policies
- PPE
- Commercial construction
- Institutional construction
- Material estimation
- Building specifications