Carpenter

Houston Landscapes Ltd. is seeking Carpenter for its location in North Vancouver, BC. It’s a full-time (40 hours per week), permanent position $35.00 / hour paid on a bi-weekly basis. Overtime compensation is based on the current BC Employment Standards Act (1.5 times the regular wage paid if the daily hours exceed 8 hours or the weekly hours exceed 40 hours).

We offer an employee benefit plan that includes health benefits available after 6 months with the company. Two weeks of paid vacation each year.

We currently have two positions available.

Location of employment : Vancouver Mainland

Job duties :

• Study specifications in blueprints, sketches, or building plan to prepare landscape project layout and determine dimensions and materials required;
• Construct decks, garden walls, walkways, stairs, fountains and waterfalls, retaining walls and BBQ stations;
• Inspect and replace damaged framework or other structures and fixtures;
• Assemble and fasten material using hand tools and wood screws, nails, dowel pins, or glue;
• Assemble and join materials made of wood, wood substitutes, lightweight steel and other materials;
• Measure, cut, or shape wood and other materials;
• Measure and mark cutting lines on materials using ruler, pencil, chalk, and marking gauge;
• Install, repair, and / or renovate structures and fixtures using carpenter's hand and power tools;
• Follow established safety rules and regulations and maintain a safe and clean environment;
• Instruct and direct labourers and any construction helpers;
• Complete daily paperwork tracking job time and material costs;
• Responsible for hardscape and softscape landscape construction.

Requirements :

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