Carpenter Apprentice (Full-time) - BlueCity Construction

Role Summary
The Carpenter position is a full time regular position on our construction site. This position reports to the BlueCity Construction Site Superintendent and works closely alongside other team members in a collaborative manner. All work performed must comply within BlueCity’s high quality standards of quality workmanship. BlueCity employees all work to ensure their work is done in a safe and timely manner.

Key Accountabilities
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Must have knowledge of plan reading, layout, concrete formwork, framing, steel stud, window and door install, siding, roofing, drywall, minor electrical and minor mechanical

Ability to operate and maintain carpentry tools and equipment

Responsible to anticipate issues related to quality, safety, deadlines and proactively communicate them to the Carpenter Foreman

Knowledgeable of other trade disciplines and have a good understanding of the processes on a construction site

Maintain understanding and ensure compliance with BlueCity’s safety program

Perform other related duties as required

Education & Experience
Minimum High School diploma or equivalent. Must have a minimum of 2 years’ experience of carpentry or hands on construction experience in the industry. Ability to work with hand and power carpentry tools and other construction equipment. Level 2 First Aid an asset. Ability to maintain a positive professional attitude and work in a fast paced environment. Experience in large projects would be an asset. Must have a satisfactory criminal record check.

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Ability to operate required equipment in a safe and responsible manner

Good team player and takes direction well

Manual lifting is a requirement

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Self-starter who leads by example and readily assumes responsibility for results

Strong work ethic, high standards, and a sense of personal accountability and ownership

Punctual, reliable, dependable and self-motivated

Dedicated to meeting and exceeding BlueCity objectives as well as fulfilling personal and career-related goals

Be safety orientated, self-motivated and work well with others