Carpenter Journeyman / Lead Hand

Port Hope, ON

Our company is expanding! For over 15 years, we have been supplying the materials, manpower, and construction needed for building vibrant communities. Today, we proudly serve the construction, landscape, contracting, and nuclear industries with a variety of raw products and related services. Built on a solid foundation of quality and service excellence, we continue to meet and exceed client expectations, while moving forward with innovative products and services. Our goal is simple – to serve our clients with a passion for excellence and a commitment to customer satisfaction.

Summary

The Carpenter position is responsible for carrying out tasks relating to construction and restoration using conventional materials and methods.  This position may also act in a Lead Hand or Supervisor capacity on the job.  . 

Key Responsibilities

• Installs foundations, walls, floors, ceilings and roofs using materials such as: wood, steel, metal, concrete, plastics and composites of multiple materials.
• Installation of window frames, doors, door frames, door hardware and interior finishes.
• Working at heights on structures, elevated platforms and scaffolding etc.
• Erecting scaffolding, ladders, shoring and other temporary structural devices.
• Building and constructing to specifications outlined in blueprints or other detailed drawings.
• Ensures proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment and supplies.
• Promotes continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices.
• Cleans equipment, shop area, and work site.
• Load and unload construction materials on job sites.
• Interacts in a positive way with customers in providing good verbal customer service.
• Removal and demolition as required from time to time.

Qualifications;

• 2+ years experience as a Journeyman Carpenter/Lead Hand
• Valid G license & clean Driver's Abstract
• Must be safety oriented and report to each shift with full PPE (CSA approved hard hat, safety shirt/vest & work boots)
• Experience with both rough carpentry and finish carpentry.
• Ability to read blueprints, drawings and specifications as required.
• Knowledge of the Ontario Building Code.
• Knowledge of OHSA.
• Ability to effectively communicate with customers and coworkers.

Benefits 

• Offering Competitive Salary of $55,000 - $75,000/ year
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Life insurance
• Overtime opportunities
• Company events