Carpenter Apprentice

Job Purpose

Assist the lead carpenter in the successful delivery of projects by contributing skills and a positive attitude in a cohesive team environment. Continue to learn and advance carpentry skills, as well as help to teach junior apprentices.

Duties and Responsibilities

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  1st year apprentice:
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    Understanding of frequently used tools and equipment
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      What they are used for
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      How they are safely used
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      Routine Maintenance and how it is safely completed
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      Proper storage
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    Understanding of construction terminology
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    Competent framing skills
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    Understanding of construction components and process
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    Participation in safety program

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  2nd year apprentice:
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    All of the above
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    Ability to read and interpret blueprints
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    Ability to lead and instruct 1st year
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    Competent ICF skills
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    Competent framing layout skills
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    Competent concrete placing skills
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    Participation in safety program
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    Ability to complete tasks set out by senior carpenters with limited supervision

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  3rd year apprentice:
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    All of Above
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    Ability to lead and instruct 1st year, 2nd year and labourer
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    Competent forming and rebar skills
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    Competent site layout and grading skills
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    Competent concrete finishing skills
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    Understanding of building systems, how they are installed and how they interact with each other
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    Ability to complete accurate site takeoffs
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    Competent window and door installation
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    Ability to complete tasks set out by senior carpenters with limited supervision
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    Ability to read and apply building codes
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    Participation in safety program
    

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  4th year apprentice:
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    All of the above
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    Competent skills in:
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      roofing
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      insulation/vapour barrier
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      drywall
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      interior and exterior finishes
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    Ability to lead and instruct 1st, 2nd, 3rd year and labourer
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    Ability to start and complete most aspects of home construction with minimal supervision to the standards of Effect Home Builders
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    Ability to decipher engineering drawings and install components in accordance with them
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    Participation in safety program

Requirements

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  High level of motivation
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  Clear, concise and respectful communication skills
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  Ability to achieve high level of company standards of construction
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  Ability to read and write
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  Provide tools and PPE as per supplied list
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  Work outdoors in all weather conditions
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  Ability to read blueprints
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  Neat, presentable appearance
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  Respectful onsite presence
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  Reliable vehicle, valid drivers license, good driving record
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  Ability to perform physically demanding work on a consistent basis
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  Perform a variety of construction tasks within a 44 hour work week