Civil Tradesperson - Carpenter

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About The Ottawa Hospital

Reshaping the future of Healthcare!

The Ottawa Hospital (TOH) is one of Canada's largest learning and research multi-campus hospitals. With more than 1,400 beds and approximately 17,000 staff, physicians, residents and volunteers, we deliver specialized care to the Eastern Ontario, Western Quebec and Eastern Nunavut regions.

At The Ottawa Hospital, we don't just serve our community, we belong to the community. That insight is at the heart of our ambitious plan to reshape the future of healthcare for our community.

From the compassion of our people to the relentless pursuit of new discoveries, The Ottawa Hospital never stops seeking innovative solutions to the most complex health care challenges while continually engaging with the community to support our vision to provide each patient with the kind of care and compassion we would want for our loved ones.

Working together with its research institute, the University of Ottawa, and other partners, the hospital is continually gaining national and international recognition for high-quality patient care, teaching and research, while striving to meet the needs of the culturally diverse community we serve.

Position Information

Are you a carpenter looking for an exciting new opportunity? The Ottawa Hospital is seeking a dedicated and experienced candidate for the position of Civil Tradesperson. As a valued member of the Facilities Management team, the Civil Tradesperson performs minor construction and maintenance, including installing Gyproc, door frames and doors, hardware, walls and flooring. This position also installs and repairs suspended ceilings, and installs carpet, floor tiles and ceramic tile.

Rotation / Shifts

Days, 8 hour shifts (07 : 00-15 : 00, 08 : 00-16 : 00).

For information purposes only - The Hospital reserves the right to change.

Salary Information

The hourly rate includes a $1.50 market premium.

Basic Requirements

• Secondary School Diploma (Grade 12);
• Ontario Certification of Qualification in one of the following trades : carpentry, plastering, masonry;
• Five (5) years experience in the aforementioned trades, achieved within the last 10 years;
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills. A well developed listening skill to interpret staff and public requirements;
• Knowledge of building and fire code requirements as related to construction projects;
• Knowledge of adhesives, power tools, hand tools related to construction projects;
• Knowledge of construction of walls, ceilings, etc.;
• Knowledge of WHIMS;
• Knowledge of minor construction and maintenance including drywall, painting, door frames, doors, hardware, walls, repairs / replacement of suspended ceiling systems and flooring installations involving carpet and VCT;
• Ability to read blueprints and shop drawings;
• Eligible to work in Canada.

What You Can Expect From Us

The Ottawa Hospital is committed to providing a healthy, safe, and inclusive work environment for everyone. We are driven by our purpose to provide each patient with the world‑class care, exceptional service and compassion we would want for our loved ones.

We offer an attractive and equitable compensation package including a comprehensive benefits package, a Defined Benefit Pension (DBP) plan, and insurance protection. We also offer discounts from choice providers on a variety of products and services.

The Ottawa Hospital provides various Health and Wellness resources as well as opportunities for personal and professional development opportunities from our in-house Learning and Leadership Development team to help align your goals with your career objectives.

Interested?

If you are passionate about what you do, motivated by improving the health of the community, excited by leading‑edge medical technology, and as committed to excellence, quality and patient safety as we are, we would like to hear from you. Please submit an on‑line application for the position you are interested in. We thank all those who apply but only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

The Ottawa Hospital is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing an inclusive work environment. Candidates are encouraged to request accommodations throughout all stages of the recruitment process. These accommodation requests will be kept confidential. To request an accommodation or if you have any questions regarding accessibility, please contact HRSupport@toh.ca .

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