High Paying: journeyman/woman carpenter Needed in Canada By Whiponic Wellputer

Work setting

• Construction
• Various locations
• Renovation
• Willing to relocate
• Commercial
• Residential

Key Responsibilities:

• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and sketches to determine specifications and materials needed.
• Measure, cut, and shape wood, plastic, and other materials using hand and power tools.
• Construct frameworks, including walls, roofs, and door frames, and install windows and cabinets.
• Repair or replace damaged structures, fixtures, and furniture.
• Collaborate with other tradespeople, such as electricians and plumbers, to ensure proper integration of building systems.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment, following all safety protocols.
• Train and mentor apprentices or less experienced carpenters as needed.

Tasks

• Prepare estimates of labour and/or material costs
• Read blueprints, drawings and sketches to determine work 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
• Prepare tenders and quotations
• Build foundations, install floor beams, lay subflooring and erect walls and roof systems
• Fit and install windows, doors, stairs, mouldings and hardware
• Survey building locations and levels
• Estimate costs and materials
• Maintain, repair and renovate residences and wooden structures in mills, mines, hospitals, industrial plants and other establishments

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Carpenter Trade Certification
• Carpenter Red Seal Certificate

Experience and specialization

Equipment and machinery experience

• Hand tools

Additional information

Transportation/travel information

• Valid driver’s licence
• Travel expenses paid by employer

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Bending, crouching, kneeling
• Handling heavy loads
• Overtime required
• Physically demanding
• Work with minimal supervision
• Ability to work independently

Own tools/equipment

• Tools
• Steel-toed safety boots

Personal suitability

• Client focus
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Reliability
• Team player
• Punctuality

Qualifications:

• Completion of a recognized apprenticeship program or equivalent experience.
• Valid journeyman carpenter certification or license (if required by local regulations).
• Extensive knowledge of carpentry techniques, materials, and tools.

Skills:

• Strong problem-solving and mathematical skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and craftsmanship.
• Effective communication and teamwork abilities.
• Ability to lift heavy materials and work in various physical conditions.

Working Conditions:

• May require working outdoors and in various weather conditions.
• Exposure to noise, dust, and other construction-related hazards; must adhere to safety guidelines.

Benefits:

• Competitive pay.
• Opportunities for continued education and skills development.
• Health and retirement benefits.