Apprentice carpenter Jobs in New Westminster, BC

Carpenter

Commercial Construction | Formwork | Concrete | Building Envelope

Build Your Career on High-Impact Commercial Projects

We're seeking an experienced Carpenter to join a growing commercial construction team specializing in specialty concrete and structural projects. This role offers the opportunity to work on a variety of commercial and civil construction projects while expanding your expertise in formwork, concrete systems, building envelopes, and framing.

If you take pride in quality workmanship, enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, and want to contribute to challenging projects with opportunities for overtime, mentorship, and career growth, we'd like to hear from you.

What You'll Do

As a Carpenter, you'll play a key role in the successful execution of commercial construction projects by performing a combination of skilled carpentry and site support duties.

Key Responsibilities

• Build, set, and strip concrete forms for commercial and structural concrete projects.
• Perform back framing and building envelope installations.
• Install membranes and insulation in accordance with project specifications.
• Install and align concrete cladding systems and related components.
• Assemble and work with brace bays and coil rod forming systems.
• Tie rebar and assist with reinforcing steel placement prior to concrete pours.
• Safely operate hand and power tools, including skill saws, nail guns, and other carpentry equipment.
• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and project plans.
• Complete work independently while maintaining high standards of craftsmanship, productivity, and safety.
• Assist with general labour duties including material handling, site organization, and cleanup as required.
• Participate in fall protection training and adhere to all company and site safety policies.
• Collaborate with supervisors, tradespeople, and project teams to support successful project delivery.
• Work overtime and adapt to varying shift start times as project needs require.

What You Bring

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of carpentry experience in commercial construction.
• Strong hands-on experience with concrete formwork and structural concrete projects.
• Proven knowledge of commercial carpentry practices and construction methods.
• Comfortable using a wide range of carpentry hand and power tools.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and blueprints.
• Personal tool belt and essential hand tools.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong commitment to workplace safety and safe work practices.
• Reliable transportation to reach project sites and ability to work varying start times.

Nice-to-Have Qualifications

• Scissor lift and/or boom lift certification.
• Experience with commercial building envelope systems.
• Experience on multi-storey commercial or civil construction projects.
• Apprentices currently pursuing trade certification.
• Interest in continued learning and professional development within the carpentry trade.

Why Join Our Team?

We believe great people build great projects. In addition to working on exciting commercial construction projects, you'll have access to:

Competitive compensation with overtime opportunities

Extended health and benefits coverage

RRSP program with 3% contribution after one year of employment

Mentorship from experienced construction professionals

Opportunity to accumulate and have eligible trade hours signed off

Long-term career growth within a performance-driven organization

Safety-first culture that supports employee success

Work Environment

• Primarily commercial construction projects, including specialty concrete structures and multi-floor developments.
• Fast-paced, team-oriented environment with a strong commitment to safety.
• Standard start times vary by project and may begin at 6:00 ., 7:00 ., or 7:30 .
• Overtime available based on project requirements.
• Work performed outdoors and indoors in active construction environments.
• Current project parking may be limited; public transit access is recommended. Access to a vehicle is considered an asset for future project assignments.

Apply Today

If you're an experienced Carpenter who enjoys working on challenging commercial projects and wants opportunities for growth, mentorship, and long-term career development, we'd like to hear from you.

Apply now and build something meaningful with us.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Burnaby, BC.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $39.00/hr.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Burnaby,BC.

À propos d'Aerotek

Aerotek Inc. fournit des solutions de dotation en personnel et de services dans les domaines de la fabrication, de la logistique, de la construction, de l’aviation, des installations et de la maintenance. Nous offrons l’expertise, les solutions et les personnes nécessaires pour relever les défis de l’industrie nord-américaine. Basée à Hanover, au Maryland, Aerotek exploite un réseau unifié de plus de 200 bureaux à travers l’Amérique du Nord, soutenant plus de 18 000 clients chaque année. Aerotek est une entreprise du groupe Allegis, leader mondial en ressources humaines et solutions d’affaires. Pour en savoir plus, visitez: | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offre un salaire hebdomadaire, des avantages sociaux y compris des soins médicaux, des soins dentaires et des soins de la vue, ainsi qu’un programme d’aide aux employés et un programme de rabais.

La société souscrit au principe d’égalité d’accès à l’emploi et examinera toutes les candidatures sans tenir compte de la race, du sexe, de l’âge, de la couleur, de la religion, de l’origine nationale, du statut de vétéran, de handicap, de l’orientation sexuelle, de l’identité de genre, de l’information génétique ou de toute autre caractéristique protégée par la loi.

Ordonnance sur l’égalité des chances de San Francisco:
Conformément à l’Ordonnance sur l’égalité des chances de San Francisco, pour tous les postes situés dans la ville et le comté de San Francisco, nous examinerons les candidatures des personnes qualifiées ayant un casier judiciaire ou des antécédents criminels.

Utilisation de l’intelligence artificielle (IA):
Nous pouvons utiliser l’intelligence artificielle (IA) pour soutenir certaines étapes de notre processus d’embauche, notamment la recherche, la présélection et l’évaluation des candidatures. L’IA aide à analyser les candidatures et les qualifications, mais les décisions finales sont prises par notre équipe de recrutement. En soumettant votre candidature, vous reconnaissez et acceptez que celle-ci puisse être examinée à l’aide d’outils d’IA.

About Aerotek

Aerotek Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, employee assistance and discount programs.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.