Industrial Journeyperson Carpenter (Concrete Focus)

Whitson Contracting is looking for experienced Journeyperson carpenters for projects within the following areas:
Industrial: Plant sites, Sanitary lift stations, Wastewater treatment plants, Civil/Underground Infrastructure Installations
Light industrial: Buildings and renovation
Duties and Responsibilities

Concrete Experience:
Types of work performed: Footings, foundations, grade beams, piles, pile caps, pedestals, drainage utility chambers, thrust blocks/collars, structural pads, wing walls, ramps, pits/sumps, outfalls, weir walls, retaining walls, culvert end treatment, etc.
Build and layout formwork, layout and tying of rebar/reinforcement, potentially placement and finishing.
Strip, disassemble formwork. Aftercare of concrete
Other:
General Construction- Demolition and Renovations
Carpentry- Measure, Cut, Shape, Assemble and Join Materials- Wood, Steel, Concrete, etc.
Site Preparation- Drilling, Excavation, Shoring, Drilling, Foundations, Floor/Wall/Roof Systems.
Build/Erect Construction Structures and Components- Scaffold, Catwalks, Ramps, Barricades, Tunnels, Trestles, Bridges, Shelters.
Ability to comprehend blueprint readings and prepare layouts
Operate, Inspect and Maintain Tools and Equipment.
Work with and Monitor Subtrades.
Confined Space Entry
General Housekeeping
Work safely and comply with OHS legislation and Whitson’s policies and procedures.
Additional duties as needed by the company and the worksite.
Requirements
Must have a minimum of 5-10 years of previous work experience.
CSTS 2020 and WHMIS 2015 Certification
Valid Drivers License
Reliable Transportation (to get to work)
Ability to pass a pre-employment Drug and Alcohol test. This includes but is not limited to legal drugs (Cannabis/THC) and illegal drugs.
Ability to provide a clear criminal record check.
Ability to stand, bend, crouch, kneel, reach, and climb for long periods of time
Ability to repetitively lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 lbs. on a regular basis.
Considered an Asset if you have the following:
Training- Confined Space Entry and Monitoring, H2S Alive, Fall Protection, Elevated Work Platform and Equipment Experience (Skid Steer, Telehandler)
Previous experience wearing a respirator- Half/Full Masks, SCBA, SABA
Benefits and Compensation
$32- $42 hour, rate is dependent on experience and certification.
Vacation Pay
Comprehensive Health and Dental
RRSP Matching Program
Profit Share Program
Training Reimbursement
Schedule
Monday to Friday, 8-10 hours a day
Must be flexible to travel and work weekends or holidays to accommodate business needs.
Location: Edmonton and Surrounding Areas

Whitson Contracting Ltd. is a professional general contractor specializing in commercial, institutional and infrastructure construction. We provide innovative and top-quality construction solutions to our clients while creating an employee and safety culture that promotes opportunity, growth and protection of our people and the environment. Read more