Apprentice Carpenter

Are you looking for an exciting opportunity in the construction industry? Do you want to further your carpentry and construction knowledge in a supportive environment of continuous learning? We have the perfect position for you

Traine Construction and Development (Traine) is currently seeking a highly motivated Apprentice Carpenter to join our Ontario team. As a key member of our team, you will report directly to the Site Superintendent to learn as wide a range of construction skills as possible by integrating into the teams and assisting wherever possible.

**Key Responsibilities**
- Performs tasks involving basic Carpentry and construction knowledge, as well as physical labour at construction projects.
- Operates a variety of hand and power tools.
- Measures, marks and records openings and distances to lay out areas where construction work will be performed.
- Cleans and prepares construction sites to eliminate possible hazards.
- Erects and dissembles scaffolding, shoring, braces, traffic barricades, ramps, and other temporary structures.
- Provides assistance to craft workers such as carpenters, plasterers and masons.

**Qualifications and Experience**
- Enrollment in the provincial apprentice program.
- Previous experience as a construction labourer may be required.
- Knowledge of workplace safety and safe lifting and handling procedures.
- Knowledge of first aid and CPR preferred.
- Ability to operate required equipment in a safe and responsible manner if certified
- Must possess a valid Driver's License.
- Knowledge of appropriate materials, methods and the tools required in various construction processes.
- Strong working mechanical knowledge of machines and tools including their designs, uses, repair and maintenance.
- Use of radio.

In return for your hard work and dedication, you will be rewarded with a very competitive salary (based on experience) and a full range of benefits, including:

- Robust performance bonus program
- Opportunities to be involved in life changing charitable projects
- Extended Health and Dental
- Investment opportunities in real estate projects
- Professional Development and ongoing training
- Long term employment

Traine Construction and Development has been in business for over 20 years; based in Kelowna, BC and working throughout Canada on multi-family residential construction projects for our property management division, Mainline Living, to operate. We create communities that residents are proud to live in and we are proud to operate. From Ontario to British Columbia, Traine prides itself on building excellent multi-family communities and great careers By joining our team, you'll find yourself working amongst a group of friendly, team-oriented individuals who strive to deliver exceptional results.

This is a site-based position in Kitchener, Ontario.

Salary Range: $23 - 34/hour