Carpenter Apprentice

4 days ago

Edmonton AB, Edmonton Census Division, AB; Alberta, Canada Effect Home Builders Ltd. Full-time

Job Purpose


Assist the lead carpenter in the successful delivery of projects by contributing skills and a positive attitude in a cohesive team environment. Continue to learn and advance carpentry skills, as well as help to teach junior apprentices.

Duties and Responsibilities



  • 1st year apprentice:

    • Understanding of frequently used tools and equipment

      • What they are used for
      • How they are safely used
      • Routine Maintenance and how it is safely completed
      • Proper storage

    • Understanding of construction terminology
    • Competent framing skills
    • Understanding of construction components and process
    • Participation in safety program

  • 2nd year apprentice:

    • All of the above
    • Ability to read and interpret blueprints
    • Ability to lead and instruct 1st year
    • Competent ICF skills
    • Competent framing layout skills
    • Competent concrete placing skills
    • Participation in safety program
    • Ability to complete tasks set out by senior carpenters with limited supervision

  • 3rd year apprentice:

    • All of Above
    • Ability to lead and instruct 1st year, 2nd year and labourer
    • Competent forming and rebar skills
    • Competent site layout and grading skills
    • Competent concrete finishing skills
    • Understanding of building systems, how they are installed and how they interact with each other
    • Ability to complete accurate site takeoffs
    • Competent window and door installation
    • Ability to complete tasks set out by senior carpenters with limited supervision
    • Ability to read and apply building codes
    • Participation in safety program

  • 4th year apprentice:

    • All of the above
    • Competent skills in:

      • roofing
      • insulation/vapour barrier
      • drywall
      • interior and exterior finishes

    • Ability to lead and instruct 1st, 2nd, 3rd year and labourer
    • Ability to start and complete most aspects of home construction with minimal supervision to the standards of Effect Home Builders
    • Ability to decipher engineering drawings and install components in accordance with them
    • Participation in safety program

Requirements



  • High level of motivation
  • Clear, concise and respectful communication skills
  • Ability to achieve high level of company standards of construction
  • Ability to read and write
  • Provide tools and PPE as per supplied list
  • Work outdoors in all weather conditions
  • Ability to read blueprints
  • Neat, presentable appearance
  • Respectful onsite presence
  • Reliable vehicle, valid drivers license, good driving record
  • Ability to perform physically demanding work on a consistent basis
  • Perform a variety of construction tasks within a 44 hour work week
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