Junior Carpenter

$45,000-$50,000 Health Benefits and Holiday Bonus

**Compensation**:
$45,000 - $50,000

**Responsibilities**:

- Run hand tools, power tools, and heavy equipment such as survey equipment, jackhammers, and forklifts as required
- Follow all directions of the construction manager, and work with other team members to complete construction projects accurately
- Support craft workers (painters, electricians, carpenters, roofers, plasterers), sub-contractors, and other tradesmen as needed
- Transfer, carry, and unload tools and building materials such as sheetrock, lumber, tile, saws, grout, etc.
- All phases of carpentry (framing, cabinetry, framework, Insulation, drywall work, finishing, tile work, siding, aluminium brake work, doors, and trim)
- Reading blueprints, drawings, and sketches to fully grasp the requirements
- Remove debris and hazardous materials to keep the job site safe and clean to meet safety regulations
- Build window frames, doors, staircases, and frame buildings by using raw materials or pre-constructed items
- Layout floorings, roofings, or drywalls ensuring they are levelled and compatible
- Carve and assemble furniture, cabinets, shelves, and other items and install them where designated
- Inspect places and conduct repairs or maintenance
- Build scaffolding and other construction structures
- Remove debris and hazardous materials to keep the job site safe and clean to meet safety regulations
- Maintain a safe work environment
- Provide daily progress as required to the owner
- Ensure equipment/tools are maintained
- Ensure the job site is neat, tidy, and locked at the end of the day
- Communicate with the rest of the construction team
- Train Apprentices
- Lift up to 50 pounds
- Kneeling and bending
- Working in all types of weather

**Qualifications**:

- Good depth perception and eye-hand coordination are needed, as are mechanical skills
- Physical stamina and physical strength are needed
- A high school diploma or equivalent is required - Trade certification, associate’s degree, and/or completed apprenticeship program is highly preferred
- Past construction experience, knowledge of construction methods, tools, and equipment and the ability to understand blueprints and construction plans are required
- Comfortable working in inclement weather, like extreme temperatures, rain, etc.
- Carry a valid driver's license
- 2 to 5 years of experience
- Ability to work well with others
- Positive attitude
- Good communication and problem-solving skills
- Strong attention to detail
- Familiar with how to use Apps on cell phone
- Own vehicle and tools required

**About Company**
Established in 2013, our team provides quality home additions, custom garages, and large-scale renovations in the Halton Hills and surrounding areas. From concept to completion our team of skilled trades and designers will work closely with you to determine what your needs are and provide the expertise and solutions required to suit your lifestyle. Our company is proud to support local neighborhood businesses and sub-trades. We will ensure that everything from the basics, to the finishing touches, are completed with care.