carpenter

Education:

No degree, certificate or diploma.

Work setting:

• Construction.
• Various locations.
• Renovation.
• Commercial.
• Marine works.
• Roads and bridges.

Level of expertise:

Maintenance and repair.

Tasks:

• Read blueprints, drawings and sketches to determine work requirements.
• Prepare layouts in conformance to building codes, using 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.
• Schedule and co-ordinate work on sites.
• Supervise other workers.

Supervision:

1 to 2 people.

Transportation/travel information:

Own transportation.

Own tools/equipment:

Steel-toed safety boots.

Personal suitability:

• Judgement.
• Reliability.
• Team player.
• Punctuality.

Experience:

Experience an asset.

Employment terms options:

Day.

Health benefits:

• Dental plan.
• Health care plan.
• Vision care benefits.

Financial benefits:

• Bonus.
• Group insurance benefits.
• Life insurance.
• Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP).

Other benefits:

Other benefits.