Insulator/Back Framer

Are you a self-starter, with a positive attitude and looking for a change?

We are currently looking to add a Insulator/Back Framer to our growing production team. This is a unique opportunity for someone with a passion for construction, to attend work in one location every day. If you have a desire to learn, want to create new relationships and be part of a growing company, we want to hear from you.

We design and build customized modular structures for residential, commercial, and industrial clients throughout Western Canada.

We are a WorkSafeBC COR/OSSE certified company because we believe that everyone should go home safe to their families every day. Located in Westbank, we are a growing turnkey custom builder of residential, commercial, and industrial buildings.

The Job:

• Follow contract drawings and specifications
• Understand daily priorities and resolve/fix any problems, in a timely manner.
• Install vapour barriers and required insulation, including attic insulation and batt insulation.
• Construct and install back framing components, including blocking, backing, and furring strips, to support drywall and other finish materials.
• Fit insulation around obstructions and between joists and studs.
• Measure and cut insulating materials to required shape and dimensions using hand and power tools.
• Safely use general pneumatic tools including, but not limited to, nail guns and staple guns.
• Perform general carpentry and residential wood frame construction tasks.
• Safely operate and maintain spray foam equipment, maintaining appropriate pressure and temperature settings (if trained).
• Identify and communicate problems as they arise and take action to correct.
• Follow the company safety program as per current procedures and pro-actively work to develop and maintain a culture of safety onsite.
• Operate within standard operating procedures (SOPs).

The Ideal Candidate:

• Prior experience with a variety of hand and power tools is preferred, ideally in a manufacturing or construction environment.
• Proven experience in insulation installation, and back framing
• Spray foam application, or willingness to learn spray foam
• Highly organized and attentive to detail.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Dependable.
• Proven problem-solving ability.

Compensation:

The typical hiring range for this position is $ per hour. The final agreed upon salary may vary based on factors such as job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

Perks:

• 100% employer paid benefits.
• Dental care
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• Vision care
• On-site parking
• Casual dress
• Boot allowance
• Apprenticeship opportunities

We thank all applicants for their interest in the position. Please note that we will contact candidates if they are selected for an interview.

Freeport Industries is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other status protected by applicable law. If you are selected to participate in the recruitment process, please inform Human Resources of any accommodations you may require. Our team will directly work with you in an effort to ensure that you are able to fully participate in the process.