apprentice carpenter
? KaiViTi Construction Ltd.
Location: Sylvan Lake, Red Deer & Central Alberta Starting wage: $20?$30 per hour, based on experience
Build something you can point to. Build a future you?re proud of.
Picture driving past a finished building and saying, ?I helped build that.? Now picture developing the skills and confidence to lead a crew and teach the next person coming into the trade.
That journey starts somewhere. It could start here.
As experienced tradespeople retire, Alberta needs a new generation ready to learn the craft and take responsibility for the work ahead. At KaiViTi Construction, we want to help you become part of that future.
Whether you?re exploring your first career or already working through your apprenticeship, we?re looking for people who want to learn, take pride in their work, and grow.
Why build your career with KaiViTi?
We honor people, grow leaders and shape communities through exceptional craftsmanship.
That mission starts with our crew. We see apprentices as future skilled carpenters, crew leaders, and mentors. We want to help you develop the skills, confidence, and judgment to take on more responsibility as you progress.
Our commitment is to teach you how the work comes together, explain why the details matter, and coach you in communication, teamwork, problem-solving, and leadership.
An apprenticeship program that rewards your progress
We offer a company apprenticeship program with a payout for each apprenticeship year you successfully complete.
You?ll gain practical experience while earning a wage, with an additional reward for reaching each yearly apprenticeship milestone. We want to recognize the effort you put into learning your trade and building your future.
Our values on the jobsite
- People first: Treat each other with respect, look out for the crew, and value the people and families behind the work.
- Accountability: Show up, communicate, follow through, and take ownership of mistakes so we can learn and improve.
- Quality: Work safely, pay attention to the details, and take pride in what we build and how we serve our customers.
- Mentorship and coaching: Ask questions, share knowledge, accept feedback, and help bring out the best in one another.
Job description
You?ll work alongside experienced carpenters on residential and commercial framing and carpentry projects. Your responsibilities will develop with your training and experience.
- Assist with floor systems, wall framing, roof trusses, and sheathing.
- Measure, mark, cut, and assemble lumber and building components under guidance.
- Learn to read drawings, follow layouts, and check measurements.
- Learn to use hand and power tools safely with instruction and supervision.
- Move and organize materials, prepare work areas, and keep the site clean.
- Follow safety procedures and work with the foreman and crew to complete daily tasks.
What you bring
- A willingness to learn and a real interest in carpentry.
- Reliability, clear communication, and respect for the crew.
- Reliable transportation to the jobsite.
- Readiness for physical work outdoors in changing Alberta weather.
- A commitment to working safely and taking direction.
Previous construction experience, basic hand tools, and safety tickets are assets. If you?re new to the industry, tell us why you want to get started.
Ready to take the first step?
Apply through Indeed with your résumé.
After reviewing applications, we?ll message shortlisted applicants through Indeed and ask them to complete this quick five-minute screener before we book a call.
When you receive that message, please take a quick look at our website and reply with short answers to these three questions:
- What stands out to you about our work or values and why? Name one specific detail.
- Tell us about a commitment you followed through on when it got difficult. What did you do?
- *Tell us about a time someone corrected your work or showed you a