Bridge Carpenters
- North Vancouver, BC, Canada
Full-time
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Original job description
Surespan is seeking skilled Carpenters for various constructions projects across BC. These are all full time, permanent positions for the right candidates and provide strong opportunities for growth and stability.
Functions Of This Role Include
Functions Of This Role Include
- Work directly with the Site Superintendent and Foreman to complete carpentry tasks related to bridge construction
- Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and specifications
- Build forms, falsework, and structural components for bridge projects
- Measure, cut, shape, and assemble wood, steel, and other construction materials
- Assist with installation of rebar, concrete pours, and other structural elements
- Operate a variety of hand tools, power tools and construction equipment
- Rig Cranes and give proper hand signals for material placement
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment
- Participate in safety meetings, and site orientations
- Follow all safety protocols and hold a valid fall protection ticket.
- Typically working 10-12hours a day 7 days a week.
- Minimum 2 year of Carpentry experience ( Bridge Construction Preferred.)
- Proven history of safe practice working on construction sites.
- Willingness and ability to perform the required tasks (lifting, carrying, moving materials up to 50lbs.)
- Good work ethic and attitude towards hard work and long hours.
- Strong attention to detail, with a keen eye to identify issues or problems before they arise.
- Familiarity with a wide range of hand tools, power tools, carpentry tools and construction materials.
- Positive attitude and a strong desire to build a career in bridge construction.
- Typical rotation of 21 days on / 7 days off
- Overtime pays
- Accommodation and Living Out Allowance (LOA) for employees residing more than 50 km from non-camp jobsites.
- Extensive benefits package available after probationary period.
- Opportunities for advancement and long-term career development.
More about this job
Responsibilities
Complete carpentry work for bridge construction, including interpreting plans, building forms and structural components, and measuring and assembling construction materials. Assist with rebar installation and concrete pours, operate tools and equipment, rig cranes and signal material placement, and maintain a safe, organized worksite.
Requirements
Candidates need at least two years of carpentry experience, with bridge construction experience preferred, and a proven record of safe work on construction sites. They must be able to perform physical tasks involving materials up to 50 pounds, work long hours, use a range of carpentry tools, and hold a valid fall protection ticket.
Skills
- Carpentry
- Bridge Construction
- Blueprint Interpretation
- Formwork Construction
- Falsework Construction
- Measuring and Cutting Materials
- Structural Assembly
- Rebar Installation
- Concrete Work
- Hand and Power Tool Operation
- Crane Rigging
- Hand Signaling
- Fall Protection
- Construction Site Safety
- Attention to Detail
Benefits
- Overtime Pay
- Accommodation
- Living Out Allowance
- Extended Health Benefits
- Advancement Opportunities
- Long-Term Career Development
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Construction
- Trades
- Security & Safety
Keywords
- Bridge Construction
- Carpentry
- Blueprints
- Drawings
- Specifications
- Forms
- Falsework
- Structural Components
- Wood
- Steel
- Rebar
- Concrete Pours
- Hand Tools
- Power Tools
- Construction Equipment
- Crane Rigging
- Hand Signals
- Fall Protection Ticket
- Site Safety
- Safety Meetings
- Site Orientations
- Physical Labor
- Overtime
- 21 Days On / 7 Days Off