Carpenter

**Position Overview**

Reporting to the Production Manager, the Carpenter works within the restoration division. This role does not hold a carpentry certification but offers an intermediate to advanced understanding of carpentry fundamentals in residential, commercial, and industrial settings.

Job Duties
- Will demonstrate skills in the safe operation of hand and power tools, to include (but not limited to) temporary generators, ladders, table saws, routers, and sanding equipment
- Erecting and disassembly of scaffolding
- Assists with demolition and debris disposal
- Experienced in preparing material take-offs and reading blueprints
- Set up and take down of poly containment and drop sheets to accommodate work
- Knowledgeable in building code and construction math
- Intermediate to advanced experience in installation of insulation and vapour barrier
- Intermediate to advanced experience in finish carpentry skills including cutting and installing wood framing, trim, baseboard, casing, doors, frames and sheathing
- Secure exterior building materials (roofing and siding) when required
- Build, erect and secure temporary and permanent partitions using a variety of building materials
- Construct and secure temporary and permanent partitions
- Will always practice good housekeeping to ensure a safe and non-cluttered worksite
- Provide excellent customer service
- Work under time constraints to meet specific timelines
- Ensure attention to detail and keen sense of safeguarding other people’s property and information
- Participates in and demonstrates an understanding of safety principles and practices; follows all safety policies and procedures to support a safe working environment, including safe operation of machines and equipment
- Comply with all **WINMAR® **policies and procedures, as well as legislative requirements
- Proactively communicate job site conditions and concerns that may or are affecting completion of the job to the appropriate person
- This role could be required to act as a “lead” periodically as designated by their manager
- Attend all **WINMAR® **sponsored training courses

**Qualifications**:

- 2+ years’ experience in field
- Working towards their journeyman carpenter certification is an asset
- Construction / Restoration / Insurance experience preferred
- Comprehensive understanding of customer service, principles, and practices
- Eligible to operate a motor vehicle per **WINMAR®’s **vehicle policy
- Ability to work within a team or independently as needed
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Proven ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
- Basic computer and/or tablet/iPad experience
- Willing to work evenings, on call and weekends when requested
- Periodic travel may be required
- Criminal Record Check and Drivers Abstract required

Physical Demands
- Frequent lifting from 5-40 lbs, unassisted (from 35-65% of the time)
- Occasional lifting from 41 lbs +, assisted (up to 50% of the time)
- Access and mobility in tight spaces
- Fit Testing - half and full-face mask as needed, annual certification required
- Working at Heights - over 5 feet, periodically
- Sustained periods of standing, sitting, walking, bending, and kneeling

Pay: $25.00-$31.00 per hour

Additional pay:

- Overtime pay

**Benefits**:

- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Vision care

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- On call
- Overtime

**Experience**:

- construction: 2 years (required)

Licence/Certification:

- Drivers License (required) (required)

Work Location: In person