Lead Carpenter

Job description
Wales McLelland is an industry leader because of the people behind the scenes. Over the past few decades, our team has driven our success thanks to their years of experience and excellence in the field. They are the reason why we have a name that our partners trust. They are the heart of who we are and integral to what we do. Simply put, they are family, and we are always looking to welcome new talent to the team.

SUMMARY: This position is a vital part of the construction team which designs, constructs, repairs and maintains structures using various types of materials and is responsible for the full range of rough and finished skilled carpentry work.

Responsibilities
• Design, construct, remodel, retrofit and repair interior and exterior structures made of wood, drywall, plaster, concrete or brick
• Work with instructions and/or blue prints from Site Superintendent
• Mentor for younger carpenters and apprentice carpenters.
• Utilize chisels, planes saws, drills and sanders to repair and erect structures
• Join materials with nails, screws, staples or adhesives
• Comfortable working at heights
• Check work progress to ensure that it meets quality standards, codes and specifications
• Use levels, rules, framing squares, and surveying equipment to ensure everything is level and secure
• Work with pre-fabricated buildings
• Build stairs and other structures
• Create structures for pouring concrete
• Erect scaffolding
• Install partitions, doors and windows
• Ensure all safety standards are followed when working on construction job sites

Qualifications
• Minimum 5 years experience as carpenter in commercial construction (includes rough and finished carpentry)
• Red Seal, interprovincial ticket or equal experience
• Must be open to performing physical activities (lifting equipment up to 50lbs)
• Demonstrated ability to safely use manual tools and equipment
• Demonstrated leadership and mentorship skills
• Level 2 first aid and fall protection certificate is an asset
• Experience with concrete is an asset
• Able to work flexible schedule including night shifts.

Please note that we can only accept candidates who are eligible to work in Canada.
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