Journeyman/woman Carpenter

Journeyman / Woman Carpenter

Edmonton, AB

AMAN Builders is an industry leader and one of Alberta`s quality construction companies that is built on a foundation of strong employee and client relationships. We have been recognized for demonstrating an outstanding commitment in leadership, our support for the global community and our green initiatives. Our employees are encouraged to grow and develop their careers, maintain a work-life balance, take an entrepreneurial approach to their work and to uphold our problem solving, family-oriented and team culture.

We are currently looking to add a hardworking, enthusiastic Journeyman / Woman Carpenter to our Team. The Carpenter is responsible for contributing to the construction and maintenance of strong and long-lasting buildings and products.

Principle Duties & Responsibilities

Include but are not limited to:

• Building foundations, installing floor beams, laying sub-flooring, and installing walls and roofing systems.
• Ensures the accuracy of construction by reading and interpreting blueprints, drawings, and sketches to determine specifications and calculate requirements.
• Contributes to construction plans by building foundations, installing floor beams, laying sub-flooring, and installing walls and roofing systems.
• Completes finishing carpentry activities by fitting and installing trim, doors, stairs, molding, and hardware.
• Ensures accurate measuring by confirming cuts, and joining materials made of wood or wood substitutes.
• Supports crew by building scaffolding and other construction structures, as required.
• Ensures layouts are in conformance with building codes by utilizing measuring tools.
• Ensures quality of the final product by maintains communication with the crew.
• Aides in crew efficiencies by ensuring the site is clean and organized at the start and end of each shift.
• Maintains good working order of equipment by keeping equipment clean and free of debris and other hazards.
• Complete operational requirements by assigning tasks to direct reports and following up on work results.
• Leads and manages human resources initiatives and activities for direct reports including coaching, recruitment, on-boarding, performance management, employee development, employee recognition and general support.
• Enhances productivity by providing suggestions to refine workflow and boost efficiency.
• Prepares and maintains the Health & Safety on construction sites by; maintaining awareness of surroundings, observing stipulated safety codes at all times and reporting injuries and other accidents to Foreman.
• Supports administration by completing required paperwork, and other documentation as required.

Knowledge & Skills Required

Include but are not limited to:

• Previous commercial and/or institutional construction experience is required.
• Journeyman or Apprentice Carpenter ticket is required, Red Seal Endorsement is preferred.
• 5 + Years of Carpentry experience is required.
• Finishing carpenters are preferred.
• Excellent understanding of carpentry techniques and methods of installation and construction is required.
• Proficiency using electrical and manual equipment and measurement tools is required.
• Ability to read technical documents and drawings is required.
• Zoom boom, skid steer, fall protection, aerial work platform tickets, are an asset.
• Must possess a valid Standard First Aid Level C or higher.
• Demonstrated knowledge of safety guidelines and the ability to instill a strong safety culture.
• Must be able to work extended hours as required.
• Demonstrated effective communication skills, including oral, written and presentation abilities, as well as networking and relationship building skills.
• Demonstrated ability to take initiative and work independently to complete assigned tasks.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively manage time and prioritize tasks.
• Demonstrated desire to be a lifelong learner.
• A strong service orientation, with a focus on making Aman Builders a respected and reputable construction company.
• Strong "team" orientation, with demonstrated group process skills; this includes participation in high level planning and group involvement processes.
• Must have a valid and clean Driver's license and be willing to travel to various sites.
• Must have a proven ability to take initiative and be respectful of diversity.

In addition to a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package with RRSP matching, AMAN Builders can offer an exciting and challenging work environment, as well as a company culture that values, Self-Motivation, Relationships, Challenge and Team.

If you believe that you could thrive in our environment, and are interested in pursuing this opportunity, please submit your resume for consideration.

We thank all applicants for their interest in this opportunity. Candidates considered for this position will be contacted directly.

Job Type: Full-time

Application question(s):

• Are you proficient using electrical, manual equipment and measurement tools?
• Are you able to work extended hours as required?
• Are you able to read technical documents and drawings?
• Are you willing to travel for the length of a project?

Experience:

• Institutional or Commercial Construction: 4 years (preferred)
• Skid Steer: 1 year (preferred)
• Carpentry: 5 years (required)

Licence/Certification:

• Journeyman Carpentry Ticket (preferred)
• First Aid Level C Certification (preferred)
• Zoom Boom (preferred)
• Fall Protection (required)
• Aerial Work Platforms (preferred)
• Clean and valid Drivers License (preferred)

Work Location: In person