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Join Our Team as a Carpenter Lead Hand!
Company: O'RENO BY LO'RA
Location: Dartmouth, NS
Job Category: Skilled Trades and Labour
Salary: $26.00 to $34.00 hourly (to be negotiated)
About the Job
Are you a skilled carpenter looking to take the next step in your career? O'RENO BY LO'RA is seeking a passionate and experienced Carpenter Lead Hand to join our dynamic team. This is a permanent position offering 35 to 40 hours of work per week, where you will play a crucial role in both residential and commercial projects.
Key Responsibilities
- Read blueprints, drawings, and sketches to determine work requirements.
- Measure, cut, shape, assemble, and join materials made of wood, wood substitutes, lightweight steel, and other materials.
- Fit and install windows, doors, stairs, mouldings, and hardware.
- Survey building locations and levels.
- Instruct apprentices and supervise other workers.
Work Environment
As a Carpenter Lead Hand, you will work in various settings, including:
- Construction sites
- Renovation projects
- Commercial and residential environments
Be prepared to work in conditions that may include:
- At heights
- Noisy and dusty environments
- Outdoor settings
Requirements
- Education: Other trades certificate or diploma
- Experience: 3 to 5 years in carpentry, flooring, or related construction trades
- Carpenter Trade Certification
- Supervisory experience overseeing 1 to 2 people
- Willingness to travel and a valid driver's license
- Ability to handle heavy loads and work with minimal supervision
Personal Suitability
- Accurate and reliable
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Good judgment and leadership abilities
- Punctual and a team player
Health and Financial Benefits
We value our employees and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:
- Dental plan
- Disability benefits
- Health care plan
- Vision care benefits
- Bonus opportunities
- Life insurance
Support for Newcomers and Refugees
O'RENO BY LO'RA is committed to supporting newcomers and refugees. We participate in community programs that assist individuals displaced by conflict or natural disasters, and we support foreign credential recognition.
Work Conditions
This role is physically demanding and may require:
- Bending, crouching, and kneeling
- A combination of sitting, standing, and walking
- Meeting tight deadlines
Screening Questions
- Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?
- Do you have previous experience in this field of employment?
- Do you have the required certifications?
If you are ready to take on a leadership role in a thriving company, we want to hear from you!
Disclaimer: Please note that the job posting you are about to read has been automatically generated by OpenAI based on a brief description sourced from the Job Bank.