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First Year Apprentice Carpenter (Entry Level – Voyageur Trades Program)Rupertsland Institute • Edmonton, Alberta
First Year Apprentice Carpenter (Entry Level – Voyageur Trades Program)

First Year Apprentice Carpenter (Entry Level – Voyageur Trades Program)

Rupertsland Institute • Edmonton, Alberta
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

The Role

Position Summary

The Apprentice Carpenter supports Journeyperson Carpenters in the delivery of framing, finishing, and construction tasks within the Voyageur Trades Program. This role develops foundational carpentry skills through supervised project work, hands-on instruction, and community-based learning.

Key Responsibilities

  • Assist with framing, formwork, finishing, installation of building materials, and operation of tools and equipment.
  • Support layout preparation, measuring, cutting, and material handling activities.
  • Complete general labour duties including material handling, prep work, cleanup, and tool maintenance.
  • Participate in in-house carpentry training through Voyageur Trades, as outlined by the Journeyperson Carpenter.
  • Follow safety protocols and contribute to maintaining organized and safe workspaces.
  • Contribute to community-based builds and labour projects.
  • Document daily tasks, learning progress, and hours toward apprenticeship status.
  • Work respectfully and effectively in a team environment, demonstrating problem solving and reliability.

To Fit the Role

Qualifications

  • Must meet the minimum requirements to apprentice as a carpenter, according to Alberta Apprenticeship and Industry Training, which includes but is not limited to: English 10-2 Math 10-3, OR A pass mark in all 5 Canadian General Educational Development (GED) or Canadian Adult Education Credential (CAEC) tests, or a combination of both GED and CAEC which comprise all 5 subjects
  • Interest in carpentry as a long-term career.
  • Ability to follow direction, work safely, and take initiative.
  • Physical ability to perform lifting, bending, climbing, and indoor/outdoor work.
  • Valid Class 5 driver’s licence and clean Driver’s Abstract (required).
  • No prior carpentry experience required; construction aptitude is an asset.
  • Team-oriented, dependable, and committed to learning.
  • Commitment to teamwork and respectful engagement in Métis community projects.

Training & Development

  • Mentorship from certified Journeyperson Carpenters.
  • Structured Voyageur Trades training modules.
  • Safety certifications provided as required.
  • Hour tracking aligned with Alberta Apprenticeship requirements.

Work Environment

  • Shops, mobile units, community project sites, and RLI facilities.
  • Travel and variable weather conditions may be required.

Application Procedure

To apply for this position, please submit your resume via email to info@rupertsland.org with the position title in the subject line. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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