Carpenter, Construction

**CARPENTER POSITION PROFILE**

**Location**: Squamish, BC

**Industry**: Development & Construction

**Salary**: Competitive Wages
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**ABOUT DHD CONSTRUCTION LTD.**

**DHD Construction Ltd**. is a Squamish-based, full-service construction and development company that for over fifteen years has specialized in creating residential real estate communities and building beautiful homes with passion in Squamish, Greater Vancouver and Whistler. We bring craftsmanship, sustainable design, business sense and professionalism to all our homes in the Sea to Sky corridor and take great pride in completing Squamish’s first Net Zero, Zero Emissions, Step Code 5 home.

As part of the DHD team, there are three key values that guide our words and actions - a commitment to leadership; to build and act with integrity; and teamwork. These values are part of every decision we make to ensure the best possible outcome for our clients, employees, partners and communities in which we live. Our unwavering commitment to our company culture ensures we:

- Build sustainably, drive change, raise the bar and never stop learning;
- Build quality, care about people, think like an owner and do it right way; and
- Communicate, show support, share ideas, find solutions and be dependable.

Finch Drive in Squamish is DHD’s latest project. DHD has secured four stunning mountainside view properties in central Squamish totaling over 20 acres. This future master-planned community will use modern building technologies to achieve some of Squamish’s most energy efficient, multi-family homes. We are seeking **two** experienced **Carpenters** to complete all aspects of interior finishing carpentry to a high level of quality with excellent attention to detail in high end multi-family housing units. The Carpenter reports to the Carpenter Foreperson.

**THE ROLE: RESPONSIBILITIES and ACCOUNTABILITIES**

Communicate with the Carpenter Foreperson, Assistant Site Supervisor, Site Supervisor and Project Manager on any and all issues that could be detrimental or create new opportunities.

Create and lead a culture of respect, integrity, and open communication. An environment that is conducive to teamwork and that delivers a high level of customer satisfaction, revenue growth, and profitability.

Read and interpret blueprints, drawings and sketches to determine specifications and calculate requirements.

Prepare layouts in conformance to building codes using measuring tools.

Measure cutting, shaping, assembling and joining materials made of wood, steel and other materials.

Build foundations; install floor beams; lay subflooring; complete backframing, cosmetic framing, finishing carpentry and siding; and erect walls and roof systems.

Maintain own hand tools.

Keep a daily log of work.

Aid Customer Care Coordinator in move-in preparation as required.

Prep, fit and install windows, doors, stairs, mouldings and hardware.

Work effectively with all members of the DHD team to facilitate job specifications and meet operating schedules.

Produce efficient and high quality daily work in compliance with required building codes.

Ensure compliance with WorkSafeBC regulations and DHD policies on site at all times.

Instruct carpenter apprentices and assist other sub-trades as required.

Complete other duties that may be assigned from time to time by the Carpenter Foreperson, Assistant Site Supervisor or Site Supervisor.

**I. Qualifications**

**Education and Experience**
- A diploma or red seal in carpentry is an asset;
- 5-10+ years of experience as a journey-level carpenter or equivalent in general construction;
- Valid Class 5 BC Driver’s license;
**Skills**

**Comprehensive knowledge of**:

- WorkSafe BC regulations, processes and safety practices;
- General construction;
- BC building code;
**Proven skill in**:

- Safe work practices;
- Performing physically demanding tasks;
- Operating hand and power tools of all types;
- Operating light, medium and heavy vehicles and special construction and maintenance equipment;
- Interpersonal relationship building;
**Demonstrated ability to**:

- Work independently or with little supervision, carrying out tasks efficiently;
- Lift up to 50 pounds;
- Maintain quality and attention to critical details;
- Collaborate with a variety of stakeholders to produce high-quality results;
- Be a team player with a high level of enthusiasm;
- Have a willingness to learn and take direction while developing and diversifying skill set;
- Communicate, both verbally and in writing, clearly and accurately; and
- Stay current with industry trends and best practices.

**TO APPLY**

Pay: $38.50-$45.00 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- On-site parking
- Vision care

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed

Supplemental pay types:

- Overtime pay

Application question(s):

- Experience leading a team of sub-trades