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Join Our Team as a Carpenter!
Company: Dana Townsend
Job Category: Skilled Trades and Labour
Location: Lower Sackville, NS
Salary: $19.00 to $24.00 hourly (to be negotiated)
About the Job
Are you a skilled carpenter looking for a permanent position where you can showcase your talents? At Dana Townsend, we are seeking enthusiastic and dedicated individuals to join our team. As a Carpenter, you will play a crucial role in constructing and maintaining various structures, ensuring quality and safety in every project.
Key Responsibilities
- Read blueprints, drawings, and sketches to determine work requirements.
- Prepare layouts in accordance with building codes, utilizing measuring tools.
- Measure, cut, shape, assemble, and join materials made of wood, wood substitutes, lightweight steel, and other materials.
- Build foundations, install floor beams, lay subflooring, and erect walls and roof systems.
- Fit and install windows, doors, stairs, mouldings, and hardware.
- Maintain, repair, and renovate residences and wooden structures in various establishments, including mills, mines, hospitals, and industrial plants.
Work Environment
The work environment can be:
- Noisy
- Dusty
- Outdoor settings
Physical Requirements
As a Carpenter, you will need to be capable of:
- Bending, crouching, and kneeling.
- Handling a combination of sitting, standing, and walking.
- Managing heavy loads.
Qualifications
- Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate.
- Experience: 1 to 2 years of relevant experience.
- Language: English.
- Work Hours: 30 to 40 hours per week.
- Own Tools/Equipment: Safety equipment/gear is required.
Inclusivity and Support
At Dana Townsend, we believe in creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We actively participate in various programs and initiatives to support:
- Persons with Disabilities: Mentorship, coaching, and awareness training.
- Newcomers and Refugees: Integration support, mentorship, and training opportunities.
- Youths: Employment support and mentorship programs.
- Veterans: Transition support and flexible onboarding options.
- Indigenous People: Cultural competency training and mentorship.
- Mature Workers: Awareness training and networking opportunities.
- Visible Minorities: Mentorship and diversity training.
Why Join Us?
At Dana Townsend, we are committed to fostering a positive work environment where every team member can thrive. If you are passionate about carpentry and want to be part of a supportive team, we encourage you to apply!
We look forward to welcoming you to our team!
Disclaimer: Please note that the job posting you are about to read has been automatically generated by OpenAI based on a brief description sourced from the Job Bank.