About Us
Driven by a passion for detail and a tradition of excellence in design and architecture, Amacon is recognized as one of Canada’s most influential real estate development and construction firms. With five decades of development and construction expertise, a precise level of design and craftsmanship is evident in all the homes and commercial developments that Amacon builds.
Position Summary
Reporting to the Superintendent and/or Foreman, this position is responsible for working in tandem and at the direction of the on-site construction team. We are seeking dependable, hard-working candidates to perform tasks involving carpentry and physical labor on a construction site using equipment and instruments required for the job assigned. The position is a working position and is responsible for completion of various tasks, jobs, and activities.
Position Responsibilities
- Moves, secures, installs, builds, loads, or unloads materials
- Performs some specialized tasks which may require on-the-job training
- Effectively uses heavy and light equipment, depending on the job site/assignment
- Uses tools, equipment, or other materials as directed in plans or by the supervisor
- Erects scaffolding and/or ladders for assembling structures above ground levels
- Builds, installs, relocates, and removes perimeter safety guardrails and other safety controls, including but not limited to controlled access zones, ramps, temp railings
- Safely uses PPE and fall protection equipment as required, per Safety Plan and OSHA guidelines
- Studies specifications in blueprints, sketches, or building plans to prepare project layout and determine dimensions and materials required
- Shapes or cuts materials using hand tools, machines, or power saws
- Follows established safety rules and regulations and ensures required PPE is used correctly
- Builds or repairs lock-ups, doors, frameworks, floors, or other wooden fixtures used in buildings, using woodworking machines, hand tools, or power tools
- Assembles and fastens materials to make hole covers, barricades, using hand tools and wood screws, nails, dowel pins, or glue
- Cleans up worksite debris and maintains a clean work area
- Performs normal and customary duties associated with operations
- Coordinates daily tasks according to priorities and plans, makes changes when necessary due to weather, supply, delivery, and personnel
- Participates in pre-job meetings as requested
- Inspects and ensures all tools and equipment are in good working order for daily tasks
- Accurately completes documentation and daily reports and submits them promptly
- Attends weekly safety meetings and daily work plan meetings
- Communicates any problems/concerns to Foreman
- Communicates and cooperates with the job inspectors subcontractors, suppliers, support services groups, and Safety team on job details and requirements
- Performs various physical duties as assigned
Skills & Qualifications
- Education: High school diploma or diploma in a skilled trade (electrician, carpenter etc.)
- Experience: Minimum 2+ years of verifiable carpentry experience
- Attention to detail and documentation
- Excellent organizational and time management skills
- Ability to work unsupervised and within a team environment
- Ability to communicate technical information
- Ability to work well within timelines
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Must have a reliable means of transportation/parking
Physical Requirements
- Must be able to work in all weather conditions (sun, rain, snow, heat, hail, wind, sleet), around chemicals, dust, noise, heights and in a down-town, high-traffic area
- Must be able to see, speak, hear, stand, walk, bend, stoop, reach and climb stairs & ladders
- Must be able to lift, move and carry materials weighing up to 75 pounds, independently
Additional Information
Amacon is an equal-opportunity employer who offers competitive compensation and benefit programs. This role typically works Monday-Friday from 7:00 am to 3:30 pm, with overtime, nights, and weekends as required.
Please apply through amacon.com via the link provided: https://amacon.bamboohr.com/careers/383
Thank you for your interest; due to the volume of applications, only short-listed applicants will be contacted. No phone calls, please.