Carpenter II

(Contract Term Temporary Full-Time – approximately 25 months)

Located on the traditional, ancestral and unceded lands of the Musqueam, Squamish, and Tsleil-Waututh Nations, West Vancouver is a vibrant community on the North Shore and home to parks, beaches, and to sports, recreation and arts amenities. We are seeking employees with a passion for public service who share our commitment to creating a complete, inclusive and livable community. Our dedicated staff deliver services, operate facilities and run the programs that enhance the well-being of our community.

The West Vancouver Parks Department is accepting applications for contract term temporary full-time Carpenter II – Semi-Skilled to assist skilled carpenters in fundamental trade practices as it relates to woodworking, cabinet making and assist in tasks that require understanding of sketches, layouts and blue prints. Other responsibilities will include: construction, renovation, repair and maintenance of Parks infrastructure, furniture, playground equipment, bridges, boardwalks and stairs and trail construction across West Vancouver. Carpenter II will be allowed some independence of judgement on familiar aspects of the work.

The preferred applicant will have the following qualifications:

• considerable knowledge of standard practices, methods, materials, tools and equipment used in construction and trail building
• good working knowledge of hazards and proper safety precautions of the carpentry trade
• good working knowledge of landscape construction and maintenance practices
• ability to understand and carry out effectively verbal and written instructions
• ability to keep simple records of daily work
• skilled in the use and care of hand tools, power tools and related equipment essential to carpentry
• must be prepared to perform work of a manual nature in all types of weather.

The successful candidate will have completed grade 12 school supplemented by completion of carpentry courses and have related work experience in the field of carpentry. A Trades Qualification (Red Seal) in Carpentry would be considered an asset.

A valid class 5 BC Driver's License is required. During the assessment process, successful candidates will be required to submit an acceptable Driver's Abstract from ICBC. The successful candidate will be required to supply a police information check and a copy of their credentials.

This posting does not list all the duties of the position, nor does it fully detail the required skills, knowledge and abilities, licences and certificates required of candidates. For details please refer to the class specification which is available for inspection on WestNet or contact Human Resources to request a copy.

Position Status:
Union (WVMEA) – Contract Term Temporary Full-Time

Hours of Work:
40 hours per week (hours and days of work may vary)

Rate of Pay:
$39.94 per hour

Closing Date:
11:59 p.m. on March 27, 2024

To Apply:
Please visit the District of West Vancouver's Career Centre at to apply for this position.

We want to thank all applicants, however only those chosen for an interview will be contacted