We are a temporary staffing agency looking for a qualified framing, forming, and finishing carpenters to work on construction projects throughout the Lower Mainland. Your job will entail working in diverse settings to produce steady and functional infrastructure and products. A carpenter is an individual with great hand dexterity and an eye for detail. The ideal candidate will have good knowledge of carpentry materials. Working with little supervision while following all health and safety standards is essential. The goal is to contribute to the construction and maintenance of strong and long-lasting buildings and products.
Responsibilities
- Read blueprints, drawings and sketches to fully grasp requirements
- Take measurements and calculate the size and amount of material needed
- Cut, shape and smooth lumber and other material according to measurements
- Build window frames, doors, staircases and frame buildings by using raw materials or pre-constructed items
- Lay out flooring, roofing or drywall and ensuring they are leveled and compatible
- Inspect places and conduct repairs or maintenance
- Build scaffolding and other construction structures
Skills
- Proven experience as carpenter
- Hands-on experience in working with carpentry materials
- Excellent understanding of carpentry techniques and methods of installation and construction
- Proficient in using electrical and manual equipment and measurement tools (powered saws, hammers, rulers etc.)
- Ability to read technical documents and drawings
- Willingness to follow safety guidelines at all times
- Good understanding of basic math
- Good physical condition and endurance
WHY WORK WITH US:
- Get paid daily, weekly, biweekly, however you want! We are flexible and want you to pick your own pay day.
- We now offer e-transfers, which makes getting paid easy and hassle free.
- Job flexibility. Choose when you want to work! Whether you are looking for full time, part time, temporary or permanent, we have it all!
- We offer subsidized training courses to help you get certified in safety and equipment operation.
Please apply in person at 713 Columbia Street, New Westminster, Suite 118. We are located 1.5 blocks from the New Westminster Skytrain station. If you have any questions about the application process, please call 604-522-4900.