Job description:
Name of Employer: SmartSpace Framing Ltd.
Business Address: 71 Cornerstore Avenue NE, Calgary, AB, T3N 1G7
Job Title: Carpenter
Number of Vacancies: 4
Main Duties and Responsibilities:
- Review and analyze project blueprints, drawings, and specifications to determine material and labour requirements, including digital modeling software when applicable.
- Create precise layouts in compliance with building codes and industry standards, utilizing both traditional and digital measuring tools and equipment.
- Measure, cut, and shape materials, including wood, engineered wood products, steel framing, and other advanced construction materials.
- Frame and construct walls, floors, and roof systems, ensuring proper alignment, structural integrity, and adherence to building plans, including the use of prefabricated components when specified.
- Install sheathing, vapor barriers, and various types of insulation in wall and roof assemblies to enhance energy efficiency and weather protection, adhering to green building standards.
- Build foundations, install floor beams, lay subflooring, and erect walls and roof systems, incorporating concrete, steel, and other materials as required.
- Construct and install interior finishing elements such as stairs, railings, moldings, and built-in cabinetry.
- Install windows, doors, and other exterior finishes, ensuring proper weatherproofing and energy efficiency.
- Maintain, repair, and renovate existing structures, including residential, commercial, and industrial properties, with a focus on framing and related components.
- Coordinate and collaborate with other construction professionals, such as architects, engineers, other tradespersons, and site supervisors, to ensure project success and resolve any on-site issues.
- Monitor and maintain inventory of construction materials and tools, ensuring the proper equipment is available for each project and implementing efficient waste reduction strategies.
- Ensure adherence to safety protocols and procedures, including the proper use of personal protective equipment and fall protection systems.
- Stay updated on the latest carpentry techniques, sustainable building practices, and technological advancements in the construction industry.
- Train, supervise, and mentor apprentices and other construction workers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and skill development.
- Perform quality control checks throughout the construction process to maintain high standards of workmanship.
- Participate in project planning meetings and contribute insights to improve construction efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
Wage/Salary: $30.00/hour
Benefits: None Provided
Hours Per Week: 40 hours per week
Terms of Employment: Full-Time, Permanent
Location of Work: 71 Cornerstore Avenue NE, Calgary, AB, T3N 1G7
Language of Work: English
Skills Requirements
Education: No Minimum Education Requirement
Work Experience: Must have at least 2 years of work experience as a carpenter
Skills/Licensing: Must be able to independently read and interpret blueprints; Must be able to proficiently use hand and power tools, including saws, drills, hammers and measuring devices. Must be comfortable working and walking at heights using fall protection; Must be able to lift up to 45kg
How to Apply
Email: apply.smartspaceframing@gmail.com
Phone: (604) 369-4013
Mailing Address: 71 Cornerstore Avenue NE, Calgary, AB, T3N 1G7
