About this role
Job Description Job DescriptionJob Summary We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Carpenter to join our dynamic construction team on Salt Spring Island, BC.
Duties
• Read and interpret detailed blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings to accurately execute projects. • Prepare layouts in conformance to building codes, using measuring tools. • Measure, cut, shape, assemble, and join materials made of wood and wood substitutes. • Build foundations, install floor beams, lay subflooring, and erect walls/roof systems. • Fit and install windows, doors, stairs, mouldings, and hardware. • Lead and perform concrete forming, rebar installation, masonry work, and roofing tasks with precision. • Install cabinetry, drywall, siding, flooring, tile, and perform finishing work such as painting and caulking. • Build custom high quality structures such as saunas, sheds, and outbuildings • Supervise, mentor, and coordinate construction crews and apprentices on site. • Maintain a clean, organized, and safe job site in accordance with WorkSafeBC regulations. • Operate hand tools, power tools, and other specialized equipment safely and efficiently. • Collaborate with project manager to plan workflows and troubleshoot technical issues during construction or restoration projects. • Support handyman tasks including plumbing, electrical work, siding installation, and general repairs as needed.
Qualifications
• At minimum 5 years proven experience in carpentry or construction, 10 + years preferred • Strong background in residential, commercial, and industrial construction including single family home construction, steel structures, and precast concrete construction. • Strong custom woodworking/finishing skills preferred. • Proficiency in blueprint reading, schematics interpretation, and construction estimating. • Skilled in concrete forming, masonry, roofing, siding installation, tile laying, drywall installation, painting & finishing. • Knowledge of plumbing systems, electrical wiring basics, rebar installation, manufacturing processes or restoration techniques is desirable. • Ability to use hand tools and power tools including stationary and handheld woodworking machinery (track saws, planers, jointers) safely while maintaining high-quality craftsmanship standards. • Strong understanding of safety protocols related to construction sites including scaffolding use and hazardous material handling. • Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to adapt quickly to changing project requirements. • Ability to work both collaboratively and independently within a team environment, show leadership qualities and be both efficient and reliable. • English language requirement
Experience:
• Carpentry: 5 years (required), 10 + years preferred
Location:
• Salt Spring Island, BC (required)
Work Location: In person