Carpenter

School District 72 operates throughout a large geographic area. Campbell River and Quadra Island schools and our school board office are located on the traditional territory of the Liǧʷiɫdaxʷ people. School District 72 also encompasses the traditional territory of the Klahoose (Cortes), K'ómoks (Sayward), and χʷɛmaɬkʷu (Bute Inlet) First Nations.

SUPPORT STAFF
Position:
Carpenter

Posting Number:
SY2526-MAINT-009

Term of Employment:
Permanent

Hours/Day/FTE:
8 hours/day, 40 hours/week

Wage/Salary:
$38.97/Hour

Deadline to Apply:
4:00 PM, December 15, 2025

Join Our Team
School District 72 is looking for a
Carpenter
to join our team of professionals who strive to bring the district's learning beliefs to life.

School District 72 (Campbell River) is located on the east coast of central Vancouver Island, extending north to Sayward and south to Oyster River. The district also includes the outer islands of Read, Cortes, and Quadra. The district serves over 5,600 students in 18 schools with a diverse range of programs that are progressive and responsive to the educational needs and interests of students.

The district respects and values the relationships with all First Nations, Métis, and Inuit peoples who reside in these territories. It is with respectful consideration that the programs and services provided to students and staff acknowledge their histories, cultural contributions, and contemporary concerns.

About The Role
Reporting to the Director of Operations and Carpenter Team Lead, the Carpenter performs all aspects of carpentry work including interior and exterior construction, renovations, concrete work, envelope repairs, and other tasks in support of maintenance and repair of the district's institutional building portfolio.

• Carries out all aspects of carpentry work.
• Develop a close liaison with other staff so that a team approach is developed in the operation of schools and carpentry maintenance work.
• Works from oral and/or written instruction and to established procedures, including ability to read construction drawings and specifications.
• Assists other skilled staff and completes general tasks.
• Uses related computer applications, including Computerized Maintenance Management Systems,

email (Microsoft Outlook),

• Uses hand and power tools/equipment and materials associated with performing assigned duties; cleans and stores tools and equipment as required.
• Responds to emergency situations when required.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Bring your Expertise

• Valid B.C. TQ and/or interprovincial TQ ticket as a Carpenter.
• Minimum two years of recent full-time equivalent experience (approximately 3500 hours) as a journeyman carpenter.
• Must have the ability to read, write, and speak English.
• Be physically capable and prepared to perform all facets of maintenance and repair work in an institutional setting including heavy lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Have a clear understanding of all carpentry related procedures and equipment.
• Ability to establish and maintain a satisfactory relationship with school administration, parents, staff and students.
• Ability to work at heights including a ladder or scaffold.
• Ability to operate using personal protective equipment.
• Ability to organize individual work.
• Must provide own tools as required.
• Valid B.C. Driver's License: Class 5 minimum.

Contribute to Our Success
The Campbell River School District proudly developed a strategic plan for that prioritized the following:

• Honour Indigenous World Views and Perspectives
• Student-Centred Learning Environments
• Evolving for Tomorrow

The following commitments are essential to all positions within the Campbell River School District:

• Commitment and adherence to workplace policies, procedures & practices.
• Commitment to standards of conduct, including behaving in a manner that is: respectful, professional, team-oriented, collegial, collaborative, ethical, honest, and trustworthy.
• Commitment to understand and implement the Truth and Reconciliation Calls to Action and the

Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act.

Join Our Community
Campbell River is a scenic, oceanfront community framed by extensive waterfront, west coast forests and snow-capped mountains. The area is renowned for its natural beauty and recreational opportunities such as skiing, kayaking, fishing, mountain biking, hiking, golf, and endless opportunities to experience nature. The moderate climate allows residents to participate in numerous outdoor activities on a year-round basis.

Experience The Benefits Of SD72

• Professional development and growth opportunities.
• The opportunity to grow your career in a small district.
• Progressive leadership team.
• Positive collegial culture with a great sense of community.

Employees are eligible for extended health and dental benefits, life insurance, and participation in a pension program as outlined in the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE), Local 723 along with competitive vacation and sick day entitlements.

Employment Equity
We value diversity of people to best represent the students and communities we serve as an equitable and inclusive employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds, demographics and life experiences. School District 72 is also committed to creating and maintaining an accessible work environment for all members of its workforce. Within this hiring process we will make efforts to create an accessible process for all applicants (including but not limited to people with disabilities). Confidential accommodation is available on request.

How To Apply
Please submit applications through the School District 72 Job Connect Portal. We thank all applicants for their interest and advise that only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. The successful candidate will be required to complete a criminal record check.

Please ensure your application includes a cover letter stating the posting number, an updated resume and references, including most recent supervisor(s).