Temporary jobs in Canada

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23,195 listings · 3,336 employers Counted Oct 29, 2026. How we count

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Employers hiring include HealthCareersInSask.ca (1,356 listings), Canada Post - Postes Canada (792 listings), Winnipeg Regional Health Authority (717 listings).

Common roles: Retail sales associate, Registered nurse, Practical nurse.

3,219 of these listings include employer-provided pay. Open a job to see its currency and pay period.

Advertised starting pay
Pay period	Median starting pay	Listings
CAD / hour	20.00	2,532
CAD / year	68,503.00	296
USD / hour	15.00	49
CAD / month	5,692.25	33

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.

Workplace classifications: 0% remote, 8% hybrid, 91% on-site, 0% not specified. Hybrid and on-site classifications may be inferred from descriptions. Check the original ad.

Based on the dated count above. Listings can change. How we count

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Makon Projects Ltd.

Carpenter

Tofino, BC, V0R 2Z0, Canada

Temporary

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Job details

Job type: Temporary
Posting language: English
Posted: Oct 27, 2026

Original job description

Based in Nanaimo, B.C., Makon Projects Ltd. is a locally owned full-service general contracting and construction management company providing superior solutions for commercial, institutional, industrial, and multi-residential construction projects on Vancouver Island. We are seeking a Carpenter who is based in the Tofino area to work on a project located in Tofino for a fixed term until March 2027. In this role, you will be responsible for constructing, erecting, installing, maintaining, and repairing structures and components made of wood, wood substitutes, lightweight steel, and other materials. You are expected to be detail-oriented and knowledgeable about different carpentry materials. You must have the ability to work with a team, as well as independently.

Responsibilities & Duties:

Read and interpret blueprints, drawings and sketches to determine specifications and calculate requirements
Prepare layouts in conformance to building codes, using measuring tools
Measure, cut, shape, assemble and join materials made of wood, wood substitutes, lightweight steel and other materials
Build foundations, install floor beams, lay subflooring and erect walls and roof systems
Fit and install trim items, such as doors, stairs, moulding and hardware
Supervise apprentices and other construction workers
Prepare cost estimates for clients as needed
Ensure safety protocols are followed

Collaborate with other tradespeople to ensure seamless project execution
Maintain a clean and organized work environment
Act as a Stand-in First Aid Attendant when required

Qualifications & Education:

Journeyperson carpenter ticket an asset
First Aid Certification (or willingness to obtain)
Extensive knowledge of power tools
Demonstrated proactive approaches to problem-solving with strong decision-making capability
Capable of climbing on ladders and carrying at least 50 pounds
Willingness to work overtime as necessary to meet project deadlines
Highly resourceful team-player, with the ability to also be extremely effective independently
Demonstrated ability to achieve high-performance goals and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Proactive thinker who actively seeks out opportunities and proposes solutions
Valid Driver’s License

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Responsibilities

Interpret blueprints and prepare layouts, then measure, cut, assemble, and install structural components and finish carpentry elements. Supervise apprentices as needed, prepare cost estimates, follow safety protocols, coordinate with other trades, and maintain an organized worksite.

Requirements

A journeyperson carpenter ticket is an asset, and candidates must have extensive power tool knowledge, a valid driver's license, and First Aid certification or willingness to obtain it. Candidates must be able to climb ladders, carry at least 50 pounds, work effectively both independently and with a team, and work overtime when needed.

Skills

Blueprint Interpretation
Carpentry
Construction Layout
Measuring
Cutting and Shaping Materials
Structural Assembly
Trim Installation
Power Tool Use
Cost Estimation
Safety Compliance
Teamwork
Independent Work
Problem-Solving
Decision-Making
Apprentice Supervision
First Aid

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Keywords

Carpentry
Construction
Blueprints
Drawings
Sketches
Building Codes
Measuring Tools
Wood
Wood Substitutes
Lightweight Steel
Power Tools
Foundations
Floor Beams
Subflooring
Walls
Roof Systems
Trim
Doors
Stairs
Moulding
Hardware
Cost Estimates
Safety Protocols
First Aid
Apprentice Supervision
Construction Management
Commercial Construction
Institutional Construction
Industrial Construction
Multi-Residential Construction

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