About this role
Carpenter Position
Job Summary
- Our Carpenter is to be a skilled artisan who can construct, erect, install and renovate structures made of wood and other materials, ranging from cabinetry to building frameworks. They will be able to work in various areas of construction and materials.
Job Responsibilities
- Installs foundations, walls, floors, ceilings, and roofs using materials such as: wood, steel, metal, concrete, plastics, and composites of multiple materials.
- Fits and installs window frames, doors, door frames, door hardware, interior and exterior trim using a carpenter?s level, plumb bob, and laser levels.
- Erects scaffolding and ladders for assembling structures above ground levels.
- Studies specifications in blueprints, sketches, or building plans to prepare project layout and determine dimensions and materials required.
- Shapes or cuts materials to specified measurements, using hand tools, machines, or power saws.
- Follows established safety rules and regulations and maintaining a safe and clean environment.
- Builds or repairs cabinets, doors, frameworks, floors, or other wooden fixtures used in buildings, using woodworking machines, hand tools, or power tools.
- Assembles and fastens materials to make frameworks or props, using hand tools and wood screws, nails, dowel pins, or glue.
- Removes damaged or defective parts or sections of structures and repair or replace, using hand tools.
- Inspects ceiling or floor tile, wall coverings, siding, glass, or woodwork to detect broken or damaged structures.
- Moves necessary materials around jobsite as assigned.
- Cleans up worksite debris.
Expectations
- Have good math skills
- Be able to problem solve.
- Good physical stamina and strength.
- Be able to work in various climate conditions.
- Must be in possession of work boots.
- Have a valid Driver?s License and be able to find your own transportation to job sites.
- This job also requires occasional travel to remote or off-site locations. You can expect to stay with travel and lodging covered.
Successful candidates will be required to work a minimum of 25hr to a maximum of 50hr/week and subject to a 3-month probation period.
Successful candidate can start ASAP with competitive wages and the opportunity for major advancement.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $22.00-$40.00 per hour
Expected hours: 25.0 ? 50.0 per week
Application question(s)
- Do you have a Valid driver license and reliable transportation for commuting to and from Muskoka daily?
Experience
- carpentry: 1 year (preferred)
Willingness to travel
- 25% (preferred)
Work Location: On the road