Carpenters - Bridges

Since 1974, Carmacks Enterprises Ltd. has grown from a small municipal road contractor into a leading heavy civil construction and highway maintenance company operating across Western Canada.

We are seeking Carpenters and Carpenter Labourers to join our Bridges Business Unit for a bridge project in Moose Jaw, SK starting in July. Candidates must be able to commute to and from the worksite.

Role Overview:

Reporting to the Bridges Supervisor, Carpenters support bridge construction activities and play a key role on the crew.

• Responsibilities include building and installing wooden or metal concrete forms for structures such as piers, retaining walls, abutments, columns, and bridge decks;
• cutting and assembling formwork from blueprints;
• erecting and securing forms;
• installing ties and anchors;
• and building temporary structures like scaffolding and safety railings;
• Duties also include handling form panels, setting rails, assisting with concrete pours (vibrating, shoveling, raking), supporting finishers, and performing basic rebar tying;
• Ability to read and follow blueprints is required.

Qualifications:

• Minimum 2+ years construction experience (heavy civil/industrial/commercial preferred)
• Journeyman or Apprentice Carpenter certification is an asset
• First Aid and Fall Protection training considered an asset
• Physically fit and able to perform demanding work for extended periods
• Comfortable working at heights and in challenging weather conditions
• Strong teamwork and communication skills
• Ability to follow instructions
• Valid Class 5 drivers license and reliable transportation required