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- Great opportunity in the trades!
Coast Construction is looking to expand their trades team! Join this talented residential and commercial construction company focused on high-end, custom builds and committed to superior quality, accountability and a collaborative work environment.
Offering full-time, year-round employment, complex and varied construction projects, a great wage based on experience, team-building social events and extended medical benefits.
About the Role, Benefits & Perks:
- Full time or Part time work available based on preference.
- FT schedule will be Monday to Friday.
- PT schedule will be a minimum of 3 consistent days per week.
- Offering competitive wages:
- Carpenter wage starting at $35 to $45 per hour based on experience.
- Lead wage $45 to $55 per hour based on experience.
- Extended health benefits available.
- Diverse work in high-end custom residential and boutique commercial projects.
- Team-building social events.
- Company clothing (t-shirts, long sleeve shirts, hoodie, toque, ball cap, water bottle).
- Possible opportunity for project work in remote locations on BC Coast.
- A team committed to superior craftsmanship, exceptional client service and a collaborative work culture
- Equal opportunity employer who supports women in trades.
- Company has been registered to hire temporary foreign workers for employment in British Columbia.
The Perfect Candidate:
- Committed to the core values of quality, accountability, commitment to clients, teamwork and safety.
- 3+ years of carpentry experience preferred.
- High school diploma with carpentry certification is preferred.
- Proficient understanding of carpentry techniques, methods of installation and ability to read technical documents and drawings.
- Experienced in using electrical and manual equipment and measurement tools (powered saws, hammers, rulers etc.).
- Must maintain Level 1 Occupational First Aid certificate.
- Willingness to adhere to safety guidelines at all times.
- Knowledge of local building codes.
- Good oral communication skills in English and a good understanding of basic math.
- Experienced with residential and commercial projects in the range of $1-5 million is an asset.
- Ability to maintain a professional demeanor at all times, to adapt to ever changing environment, ability to work productively and harmoniously with co-workers.
- Committed to providing superior service to our clients.
- Proven success at taking ownership for one’s responsibilities, being punctual and delivering outcomes within the defined timeframe.
Responsibilities Include:
- Read architectural and structural blueprints, drawings and sketches
- Take measurements, calculate the size and amount of material needed and cut, shape and smooth lumber and other material
- Understand requirements of major trades at rough in and finishing stages (mechanical, electrical, plumbing, millwork, interior finish)
- Build window frames, doors, staircases and frame buildings by using raw materials or pre-constructed items
- Finishing work such as installing interior and exterior trim
- Ability to work with exposed timbers
- Attend meetings with Site Supervisor and Project manager to stay informed on project progression
- Build scaffolding and other construction structures (i.e. Setting forms for concrete construction)
- Engage in proper tool maintenance and report any damages, misuse or lost/stolen tools
- Complete post-construction repairs and maintenance, as required
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