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Carpenter

Carpenter

Dalhousie University • Halifax, Canada
6 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description
Job Summary

Reporting to the Trade Supervisor and/or Manager, the incumbent is responsible for carpentry related work.

Key Responsibilities

  • Performs general maintenance and renovations work pertaining to Carpenter’s trade
  • Installs floors, walls, ceilings, shelves, partitions, doors, glass, hardware, formwork, etc., and associated materials
  • Constructs and installs custom cabinetry and millwork
  • Erects, dismantles and works from various types of scaffolding and lifts
  • Performs all duties in accordance with the current Nova Scotia Occupational Health & Safety Act, as well as University and Government rules and regulations
  • Maintains a clean work environment
  • Performs other duties as required

Note

Due to operational requirements, the successful applicant is required to work in-person on campus.

Required Qualifications

  • Valid Carpenter certificate of qualification recognised by the Nova Scotia Department of Labour, Skills and Immigration
  • Completion of certified trades school program preferred
  • Five years recent and related journey person experience in related construction and/or maintenance in a commercial or institutional environment
  • Cabinet construction and installation experience preferred
  • Familiar with the current Nova Scotia Occupational Health & Safety act, as well as University and government rules and regulations
  • Ability to read and interpret drawings and blueprints
  • Ability to take direction
  • Proven ability to direct others in foreperson capacity
  • Ability to work at heights
  • Computer literacy an asset
  • Good communication and organization skills
  • Reliable and punctual
  • Knowledge of tools of the trade
  • Must be willing and able to work overtime and respond to after-hours calls as required
  • General safety, Fall Protection and WHMIS training an asset

Assets

Additional Information

Application Consideration

Diversity Statement

Dalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from Indigenous Peoples of Turtle Island (especially Mi’kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. In accordance with our Employment Equity Policy, preference will be given in hiring processes to candidates who self-identify as members of one or more of the equity-deserving groups listed above.

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