Carpenter Full-time Job
Feb 8th, 2024 at 14:06 General Category Saskatoon 139 views Reference: 4548Job Details
Job Summary
Under supervision of the Maintenance Planner, this position constructs, repairs and maintains buildings, structures, etc.
Duties & Responsibilities
Typical Duties
- Constructs, maintains and repairs a wide variety of buildings, structures, fixtures, furniture etc., in accordance with the National Building Code and The Uniform Building and Accessibility Standards Act .
- Performs preventive maintenance of buildings, structures etc., in accordance with predetermined maintenance schedules.
- Initiates and completes work orders.
- Prepares sketches for “as-built” drawings of carpentry renovations.
- Prepares material and labour cost estimates for carpentry renovations and annual maintenance budgets.
- Orders supplies required for projects.
- Supervises subordinate staff and inspects their work and that of contractors to ensure compliance with applicable codes and standards.
- Provides instruction and training in construction techniques, as required.
- Ensures adherence to proper safety procedures, including the use of proper protective equipment.
- Transports material, equipment and staff to and from job sites.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Knowledge, Abilities And Skills
- Thorough knowledge of the National Building Code, The Uniform Building and Accessibility Standards Act and regulations under the act.
- Thorough knowledge of the standard methods, materials, tools and equipment of construction building maintenance and finishing carpentry.
- Knowledge of the safe operation and maintenance of shop equipment and tools.
- Ability to interpret blueprints, plans and specifications.
- Ability to plan, organize, coordinate, and estimate the cost of, projects.
- Ability to work with minimal supervision.
- Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing.
- Ability to deal effectively with the public and other civic employees.
Education, Training And Experience Requirements
- Grade 12 education.
- Possession of a valid Saskatchewan Journeyman Carpenter Certificate, including possession of a recognized Apprenticeship Certificate.
- Three years' current journeyman experience in the construction or industrial plant field.
- Possession of a valid Saskatchewan Class 5 Driver's Licence.
- Current driver’s abstract from SGI demonstrating a safe driving record.
- Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid first aid certificate.
Requires Security Check
Acceptable current Criminal Record Check (CRC) and Vulnerable Sector Search (VSS) upon offer of employment.
Weekly Hours: 40
Company Description
Saskatoon is a city straddling the South Saskatchewan River in Saskatchewan, Canada. North along the riverside Meewasin Trail is Wanuskewin Heritage Park, with exhibitions exploring indigenous culture. On the trails southern stretch, native wildlife inhabit the prairie grasslands of Beaver Creek Conservation Area. East of the river, the Saskatoon Forestry Farm Park & Zoo has manicured gardens and a childrens zoo.
