Carpenter

Position Summary

As a Carpenter, you will be working with leading experts in Mass Timber and tall wood construction. You will be responsible for supporting the site supervision team to maintain the progress of solid wood framing systems by completing any required carpentry tasks using engineered wood products such as glulam and cross laminated timber (CLT). With ongoing mentoring and hands-on experience, your existing skillset as a carpenter will allow you to quickly progress on our unique projects with new materials and processes.

As a Carpenter your key accountabilities will involve:

• Performing all on-site carpentry tasks, such as mass timber work, light wood framing, back-framing, and layout.
• Operating carpentry and general construction hand tools, power tools, nail guns, portable saws, etc.
• Using personal protective equipment including fall protection equipment (after training and certification), hard hats, high-vis vests, safety footwear, glasses, etc.
• Participating in all safety requirements on projects and taking part in daily job hazard assessments and weekly toolbox safety meetings.
• Participating in weekly production meetings.
• Assisting the team with any general construction activities as needed, including clean up and demolition.
• Rigging and crane works (after training and certification).
• Operating telehandlers and manlifts (after training and certification).

As a Carpenter your success is dependent on:

• The ability to work in a dynamic and fast paced, deadline driven environment.
• The ability to read and interpret construction drawings.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (both written and verbal).
• The ability to build solid long-lasting relationships.
• The ability to anticipate problems and solve proactively.
• A high attention to detail.
• A high degree of professionalism and maturity.
• Strong time management skills, particularly the ability to prioritize a multitude of tasks.

As a Carpenter your experience and qualifications will include:

• Experience with framing, formwork, finishing.
• Good knowledge of general construction duties - pump set up, use of tools, weather protection, etc.
• Red Seal or Apprentice L4 is an asset.
• Leadership experience or the ability to mentor and train is an asset.
• Willing to travel to projects located across Greater Vancouver.
• Strong safety mindset and experience in coordination of safety paperwork.
• Demonstrated ability to adjust to work-related demands.
• OFA II is an asset.

What we have to offer:

• Competitive salary, plus potential bonus & profit sharing
• Matching RRSP program
• Extended benefits, Employee Assistance Program, life insurance
• Paid vacation
• Professional development support
• We get together often for company-wide social events

As an award-winning mass timber design, procurement, and installation contractor, Seagate Mass Timbers mission is to consistently deliver an exceptional service experience to their clients across North America. Our quality workmanship and professional management of all types of mass timber projects sets a new standard in the mass timber industry. Seagate is leading the way on some of the industrys highest profiled projects by embracing new systems, designs, and commitment to sustainable construction practices. We are recognized for our collaborative, consultative approach which is why Seagate Mass Timber continues to gain popularity around the world.

Our highly collaborative teams work together to ensure every piece of our projects are carefully planned and executed before ever setting foot on site. We are committed to the growth of our people and to leading the charge of implementing new green systems and practices in construction. Our diverse team of construction professionals strive to always have fun at work, while building some of the most incredible mass timber and componentized buildings in North America. We are at nature a small company with big aspirations for a greener future together.