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Carpenters - Journeyman And Apprentices @ Aerotek

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Job Title: Commercial Carpenter (2nd Year Apprentice or Higher)Job DescriptionThis role is ideal for an experienced commercial carpenter who works independently, demonstrates strong trade knowledge, and requires minimal supervision on standard carpentry tasks. You will contribute to new-build commercial retail units and other commercial projects, performing a wide range of rough and finish carpentry duties while maintaining high safety and quality standards.

Responsibilities

  • Perform general commercial carpentry duties on new-build retail and other commercial construction projects.
  • Build parapets and other structural elements in accordance with project specifications and safety standards.
  • Carry out rough carpentry and framing, including wood and metal stud work.
  • Install doors, hardware, trim, and other finish carpentry components with precision and attention to detail.
  • Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and specifications to plan and execute work accurately.
  • Construct guardrails, backing, and other safety or support structures as required.
  • Use hand and power tools safely and efficiently, including tape measures, levels, and other standard carpentry tools.
  • Operate equipment such as elevated work platforms, telehandlers, or skid steers when certified and required by the project.
  • Apply fall protection practices and other safety procedures consistently on site.
  • Communicate clearly with site supervisors, trades, and team members to coordinate tasks and resolve issues.
  • Provide leadership and mentorship support to less experienced team members when needed.
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area, complying with all site rules and regulations.
  • Travel reliably to various commercial project locations within the region as scheduled.

Essential Skills

  • Proven commercial construction experience, including the ability to build parapets and perform general commercial carpentry.
  • Rough carpentry and framing experience, including metal stud work.
  • Ability to read and interpret blueprints accurately.
  • Proficiency in using hand and power tools, including tape measures, levels, and standard carpentry equipment.
  • Experience with new construction and commercial retail unit projects.
  • Competence in door installation, hardware installation, trim work, and finish carpentry.
  • Solid soft skills with the ability to communicate clearly and professionally on site.
  • Reliable transportation to travel to project sites.
  • 3rd year apprentice carpenter or higher level of trade experience.
  • Fall protection training and Fall Pro certification.
  • CSTS (Construction Safety Training System) certification.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

  • Leadership and mentorship ability to support and guide other team members.
  • Elevated Work Platform (EWP) certification.
  • Telehandler or skid steer certification.
  • Experience operating skid steer equipment on construction sites.
  • Laser level experience for accurate layout and alignment.
  • First Aid certification.
  • Experience working on a variety of commercial projects such as fitness centers, gas stations, and commercial retail units.

Why Work Here? You will work with a recognized industry leader in commercial and industrial construction, gaining exposure to diverse, high-profile projects and modern building practices. The environment supports professional growth through varied site experiences, opportunities to apply and expand your certifications, and collaboration with skilled tradespeople. The schedule is structured to promote work-life balance, with a focus on minimizing overtime while still offering occasional opportunities for additional hours when project needs arise.

Work EnvironmentThis role is based on commercial construction sites in and around Edmonton, with projects that may also extend to nearby communities such as Red Deer. Typical work hours are Monday to Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., with an expected 8-hour workday and occasional need to stay 12 hours later during peak project phases. Overtime applies after 44 hours per week, although the goal is to limit overtime on these projects. You will work on various commercial builds, including fitness centers, gas stations, and commercial retail units, in an active construction environment that requires adherence to safety protocols and effective use of hand tools, power tools, and site equipment such as elevated work platforms and skid steers. The setting is fast-paced and collaborative, with changing site conditions typical of new construction projects.

Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Edmonton, AB.

Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $26.00 - $39.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Edmonton,AB.

À propos d'Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. fournit des solutions de dotation en personnel et de services dans les domaines de la fabrication, de la logistique, de la construction, de laviation, des installations et de la maintenance. Nous offrons lexpertise, les solutions et les personnes nécessaires pour relever les défis de lindustrie nord-américaine. Basée à Hanover, au Maryland, Aerotek exploite un réseau unifié de plus de 200 bureaux à travers lAmérique du Nord, soutenant plus de 18 000 clients chaque année. Aerotek est une entreprise du groupe Allegis, leader mondial en ressources humaines et solutions daffaires. Pour en savoir plus, visitez: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offre un salaire hebdomadaire, des avantages sociaux y compris des soins médicaux, des soins dentaires et des soins de la vue, ainsi quun programme daide aux employés et un programme de rabais.

La société souscrit au principe dégalité daccès à lemploi et examinera toutes les candidatures sans tenir compte de la race, du sexe, de lâge, de la couleur, de la religion, de lorigine nationale, du statut de vétéran, de handicap, de lorientation sexuelle, de lidentité de genre, de linformation génétique ou de toute autre caractéristique protégée par la loi.

Ordonnance sur légalité des chances de San Francisco:

Conformément à lOrdonnance sur légalité des chances de San Francisco, pour tous les postes situés dans la ville et le comté de San Francisco, nous examinerons les candidatures des personnes qualifiées ayant un casier judiciaire ou des antécédents criminels.

Utilisation de lintelligence artificielle (IA)

Nous pouvons utiliser lintelligence artificielle (IA) pour soutenir certaines étapes de notre processus dembauche, notamment la recherche, la présélection et lévaluation des candidatures. LIA aide à analyser les candidatures et les qualifications, mais les décisions finales sont prises par notre équipe de recrutement. En soumettant votre candidature, vous reconnaissez et acceptez que celle-ci puisse être examinée à laide doutils dIA.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, employee assistance and discount programs.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

Skills

commercial carpentryrough carpentryframingreading blueprintswood stud workmetal stud workdoor installationhardware installationtrim workfinish carpentryhand and power toolselevated work platform operationtelehandler operationskid steer operationfall protection

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