Carpenter

Higher Ground Ottawa is looking for a Carpenter to join our team. Experience in deck building is an asset, and other general carpentry experience is a must have. We build custom residential decks as well as builder decks. A variety of materials are used including pressure treated lumber, composites and PVC decking, aluminum railings, etc.

Expectations and Qualifications of the Applicant:

- Ability to read plans
- Ability to use basic carpentry tools such as saws and drills
- Ability to perform deck construction procedures from framing to finishing with guidance
- Self-starter and ability to solve problems
- Punctual and reliable
- Work well in a team setting and unsupervised
- Good communication skills
- Your own (basic/hand) tools and toolbelt. Large power/specialty tools are provided.
- Must have your own transportation to and from our yard/jobsites. Majority of our work is in Almonte and surrounding areas, and the West End of Ottawa.
- 40-50 hour work week in varying weather conditions. Saturdays optional.

We believe in a clean and safe worksite. First Aid training is recommended, WHMIS training is required. Working at Heights/Fall Arrest training is also required. Training can be provided for applicants who do not meet the requirement.

We offer a place to learn and grow within the company, hands on training from experienced members of our team including owners, an awesome culture with fun events throughout the year, competitive salaries, health benefits and more.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Salary**: $23.00-$28.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 - 50 per week

**Benefits**:

- Company events
- Dental care
- Extended health care

Schedule:

- 10 hour shift
- Day shift

Supplemental pay types:

- Overtime pay

Application question(s):

- Do you have a vehicle to get to and from the yard in Almonte?

**Experience**:

- carpentry: 3 years (required)
- deck building: 3 years (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

- Class G Licence (preferred)

Work Location: In person