Carpenter

Hopewell Development (‘Hopewell’) is a national industrial and retail developer and is part of the Hopewell Group of Companies, selected as one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies. Our extensive market knowledge and relationships with partners, has continually reinforced Hopewell’s strong national presence and steady growth.

As one of the largest commercial developers in Canada, Hopewell continually strives for excellence. Our success and achievement of excellence is based on the dedication of our talent. The entrepreneurial spirit and dynamic work environment of Hopewell inspires our employees to excel. Hopewell understands that our employees are the backbone of our business. We have a passion to lead and a culture that rewards those who give their best.

Hopewell currently has an opening for a full-time Carpenter in our Calgary location. All apprenticeship levels and journeyman are invited to apply. This will be a contract opportunity for one year from the date of hire with the possibility of extension and/or permanent placement based on personal performance and future business needs.

Key Responsibilities:

This position reports directly to the Site Manager. Duties include:

• General carpentry such as: framing, hoarding, doors and frames;
• Setting bulk heads;
• Shooting grades for parking lots or buildings;
• Working in tandem with trades;
• Cutting material to size on site;
• Measuring and marking out;
• Carrying various materials;
• Picking up materials/supplies from vendors;
• Use of power and various hand tools;
• Ensuring project sites are kept neat and tidy;
• Working from elevated work platforms and ladders;
• Reading blueprints;
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

This is a safety-sensitive position where if actions or decisions are not carried out properly could result in serious incident(s) affecting the health or safety of Employees, contractors, the public, or the environment. Hopewell is committed to maintaining a safe work environment for its Employees, and those whose safety may be affected by its Employees. Hopewell has a comprehensive Health & Safety program including policies, procedures and safe work practices.

Requirements:

• Journeyman status in carpentry or working towards this as a registered apprentice. Red seal preferred but not required;
• A demonstrated understanding of construction means and methods;
• 3-5 years previous experience in commercial and industrial construction required;
• General construction safety knowledge;
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation is required;
• Ability to use hand and power tools;
• Physically fit;
• Ability to read and comprehends blueprints;
• Valid CSTS, WHMIS, First Aid Certifications, Fall Arrest, and Lift Equipment courses an asset. Company will provide training;
• Candidate must supply own hand tools and steel toed footwear. Hard hat and safety gear will be provided;
• Criminal Background check required.

Physical Demands:

• Vision - Near and far vision. Some work activities involve the monitoring of processes, objects or situations in the work environment that are far from the worker. Other work activities are performed near the worker.

• Hearing - Verbal interaction. Work activities involve communication with colleagues on a regular basis.

• Body position - Work activities involve combinations and varying degrees of sitting, standing, walking, bending, stooping, kneeling and crouching.

• Limb coordination - Multiple limb coordination. Work activities are carried out by coordinating the movements of upper limbs simultaneously with lower limbs.

• Strength – High. Work activities involve handling load of 10lb but less than 50lb.

• Environment – Primarily outdoors, in all weather conditions.

• Height – Ability to work at high levels on ladders, scaffolding and climb stairs.

Working Conditions:

Traditional core hours are Monday to Friday 7:00 am to 3:30 pm. Work may require occasional weekends and/or evenings.