Construction Handyperson (6 mo term), Pacesetter Homes Edmonton

Job Overview

Reporting to the Construction Manager, as the Construction Handyperson, you will oversee on-site construction activities and assist in ensuring construction follows established design and quality. You also enforce compliance with health and safety regulations.

This is a 6 month term position.

Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

• Working in a supporting role with the Site Superintendent overseeing the construction process for single family homes, duplexes and townhomes;
• Completing a wide variety of hands on construction tasks and assisting in monitoring home production, quality control, and site issues.
• Completing residential construction work such as: carpentry, drywall, paint, cleaning and site maintenance, and deficiency repairs.
• Promoting a safe work environment and ensuring all employees and trades work in a safe manner and follow Qualico’s Safety program and relevant safety legislation.
• Monitoring work to ensure it meets Qualico’s standards and all building and safety code requirements.

As our ideal candidate, you are…

• A strong communicator; you clearly express your thoughts in conversation and in written communication.
• A creative thinker; you identify new ideas, techniques and opportunities to improve performance and productivity.
• A leader; you develop and improve the skills of others through effective coaching and guidance.
• A creative problem solver; you think outside the box for solutions without fear of failure.

Essential Requirements

• High School diploma, or equivalent.
• Minimum 1 year of relevant experience.
• Understanding of construction processes and procedures.
• Valid driver’s licence and vehicle (truck preferred and a vehicle allowance provided).
• Own trade tools and equipment.
• Satisfactory verification of criminal record check.
• Comfortable with smart phone technology including email, calendar scheduling, and basic app usage (company-issued cell phone is provided).
• Comfortable using office equipment, Microsoft Office programs (Outlook, Word, Excel), and construction management software (BuildPro, NewStar etc.).

Preferred Requirements

• Recent experience in residential construction or the trades is preferred.
• Handyperson experience an asset.

What We Value

• Creating trusting and successful working relationships.
• Setting clear, measurable and achievable goals.
• Cooperating with team members in an open, positive and respectful manner.
• Taking responsibility for the outcomes of decisions and actions.
• Staying current on technical job skills.

Work Conditions

You primarily work full time on-site during regular business hours. Work will have exposure to noise from equipment/machinery and occupational hazards as well as dealing with inclement weather and dust. Travel to the regional office or other site locations is required. Overtime may occasionally be required.