About this role
ABOUT US
Thorpe Industries is a proud Saskatchewan-founded company and one of Western Canada?s leading building envelope contractors. We specialize in commercial, institutional, and industrial construction projects, with expertise in membrane roofing, architectural sheet metal, metal wall cladding, and other exterior building envelope systems. Our team takes pride in building strong relationships, delivering quality craftsmanship, and getting the job done right the first time. As we continue to grow, we are looking for talented people to join our team.
THE ROLE
The Flashing Installer is responsible for the fabrication, installation, and finishing of architectural sheet metal flashings and related components on commercial, institutional, and multi-family construction projects throughout the Lower Mainland. This role involves working with various metal materials to install wall, window, door, and roof flashings, copings, trims, closures, and other custom architectural sheet metal components.
Working from architectural drawings, shop drawings, and project specifications, the Flashing Installer plays an important role in maintaining the functionality, weatherproofing, and overall appearance of building envelope systems. This position requires strong technical knowledge, precise measuring and fabrication skills, and an understanding of how flashing systems integrate with surrounding building components to provide effective long-term protection against water ingress.
WHAT YOU'LL DO
- Install architectural sheet metal flashings, including wall, window, door, and roof flashings, copings, cap flashings, sills, trims, and related components.
- Fabricate, form, and install custom flashings and architectural sheet metal components using materials such as steel, aluminum, copper, zinc, and stainless steel.
- Install closures, counterflashings, transitions, and other sheet metal components in accordance with building envelope details and project specifications.
- Read and interpret architectural drawings, shop drawings, construction details, and project specifications to determine installation requirements.
- Complete accurate site measurements, layout, and material fitting to ensure proper alignment, dimensions, and finished appearance.
- Operate metal fabrication tools and equipment, including metal brakes, snips, and other hand tools, to form and modify sheet metal components.
- Ensure flashing installations are properly integrated with surrounding roofing, cladding, window, and waterproofing systems.
- Apply appropriate sealants and weatherproofing materials to joints, penetrations, and transitions in accordance with project specifications.
- Identify and communicate discrepancies, installation challenges, and potential deficiencies to the appropriate supervisor or project manager.
- Work safely at heights using swing stages, scaffolding, boom lifts, scissor lifts, and other applicable access equipment.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment while ensuring tools, materials, and equipment are properly maintained.
- Coordinate with other trades and installation crews to ensure flashing components are properly integrated into overall construction activities.
- Complete assigned work efficiently while maintaining established quality standards, project schedules, and installation requirements.
WHAT YOU NEED
- 5+ years of experience in architectural sheet metal, flashing installation, or a closely related construction trade, preferably on commercial, institutional, or multi-family projects.
- Strong understanding of architectural flashing systems, including wall, window, door, and roof flashings, copings, trims, closures, and transitions.
- Demonstrated ability to fabricate, form, and install custom architectural sheet metal components using various metal materials.
- Experience operating metal brakes, snips, and other sheet metal fabrication tools and equipment.
- Strong ability to read and interpret archite