Carpenter (Backframing)

Job Title: Carpenter (Framing)

Location: Banff, Canmore, Lake Louise A.B.

Salary: $28/h - $34/h

Duration: 6 weeks

About the Company:

A Few Good Lads is the leading provider for on demand labour in Canada. Simply put, we supply workers to construction companies (big & small) across Canada With constant expansion and an increased demand within the industry, we are always looking for new employees to come on board.

Job Summary:

As a Carpenter, an ideal candidate will have refined knowledge and experience within the construction industry. You will be taking a senior role on site, helping guide more junior team members and delegating tasks. Clear and effective communication will be demonstrated in this role, with good time management and an advanced understanding of the trade. The job will entail working in diverse settings, in various environments in order to produce steady and functional structures and products. You will have good knowledge of wood properties and other carpentry materials. All applicants must be able to abide by the strict on site health and safety rules at all times. Note: Possible job share options available.

Key Responsibilities

Provide proper training on the safe use of hand tools and power equipment.Show your team the ropes from foundation to framing, and everything in between.Assist other trades on-site as needed.Read and interpret blueprints, drawings and sketches to determine specifications and calculate requirements.Prepare layouts in conformance to building codes, using measuring tools.Measure, cut, shape, assemble and join materials made of wood, wood substitutes, lightweight steel and other materials.Build foundations, install floor beams, lay subflooring and erect walls and roof systems.Fit and install trim items, such as doors, stairs, moulding and hardware.Maintain, repair and renovate residences and wooden structures in mills, mines, hospitals, industrial plants and other establishments.May prepare cost estimates for clients.  Requirements
Minimum 5 years of experience as a Carpenter in residential or non-residential construction.Ability to meet the physical demands of the job (standing for long periods of time, lifting heavy loads of up to 90lbs).Fall Protection CSS RequiredRed seal is desirable.A valid license to drive and own vechile to transport own tools and equipment.Strong customer service and front-facing skills.Knowledge in all aspects of Carpentry.A good gut for heights, managing a crew and working on busy, high pressure job sites.Aptitude in math.

Work Conditions:

This role may require you to work in all weather conditions, inside and outside. Locations of work may vary within the radius of your chosen location: Sourcing your own means of transportation to and from your working location will be required. We schedule our workers on a 40 hour per week basis (Monday-Friday), with pay days falling bi-weekly on a Friday. Shift times may vary, however our usual shift is 7:30am-3:30pm (8 hours). Overtime may be required on occasion and will be paid within the provincial employee pay legislation guidelines.     

Contact:

A Few Good Lads is an equal opportunity employer, this position is open to Indigenous, LGBTQ+, all religions, races and people with disabilities. Please let us know if you require any support throughout the application process.

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