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As a Carpenter, you will be responsible for reading blueprints and working with lumber, plywood, wallboard, and other materials to help within the scope of our Building Envelope projects. You may build and repair wooden structures and use a variety of tools such as hammers, power saws, tape measures, drills, etc. depending on the needs of our Building Envelope project.
With over two decades of experience, New City is staffed with an amazing group of professionals, engineers, project managers, and people from different trades that delivers reliable and cost-effective solutions to a wide range of building renewal challenges on both new and existing buildings. Come join our team!
Responsibilities:
Installing wooden structures such as roofing frames, rafters, partitions, joists, and stud work
Selecting lumber by size and strength to suit each job, sourcing wood to suit the customer’s budget and style
Calculating the number of fasteners required for each job
Reading blueprints and designs to work to specifications prepared by other construction professionals, architects, and building code recommendations
Liaising with clients, suppliers, and other construction professionals
Other duties assigned.
Requirements:
At least 2 to 3 years of experience as a Carpenter or equivalent.
A certificate in the relevant area is preferred.
Experience in using hand and power tools such as drills, chisels, sanders, saws, and nail guns.
Commitment to the job site safety and project quality
Understanding of construction procedures, equipment, and Safety Guidelines
Excellent organizational and execution skills
Experience using construction machinery is an asset
Benefits:
We offer world-class health benefits, a competitive salary package, salary based on performance, a registered retirement savings program, additional time off between Christmas and New Year’s Day, stable work-life balance, positive and fun corporate culture, Right Directions Employee Assistance Program, and many more!
New City Contracting strives to ensure that its employment practices are free from direct and indirect discrimination and is committed to upholding the human rights of those participating in the hiring process. In pursuit of this commitment, New City Contracting will not condone or tolerate any acts of discrimination or harassment under any of the grounds protected under human rights legislation. This commitment extends to the hiring process and throughout employment.
About New City Contracting Ltd.:
Over 20 years ago, Edward Buset — New City’s founder and president — saw that the Lower Mainland was missing something: a resource for property managers, homeowner associations (HOAs), engineers, and other professionals involved in the building renewal business. Edward envisioned this resource that will work on new builds or maintain existing buildings, one that will develop cost-effective plans for the renewal of all types of buildings in our area’s unique climate. From this vision rose today’s New City, one of Vancouver’s leading general contractors. With over two decades of experience, New City is staffed with an amazing group of professionals, engineers, project managers, and people from different trades that delivers reliable and cost-effective solutions to a wide range of building renewal challenges on both new and existing buildings. We know what needs to be done, when it needs to be done, and how to get it done — in the most beneficial way for the building. Whether its envelope renewal, deep renovation, concrete restoration, or other building envelope management concerns, New City has the expertise and resources to handle the largest and most complex work smoothly and efficiently. Today, New City Contracting is a trusted leader in envelope renewal for commercial and residential projects. New City is an expert in the investigation, analysis, and repair of building envelopes — for all material types and vintages. Our extensive building renewal services include: Building Envelope RenewalExterior and Interior PaintingRoof Renewal and ReplacementTenant ImprovementWaterproofingExterior and Industrial CleaningEnvironmental AbatementConcrete Restoration
