carpenter lead hand

Work site environment

• At heights
• Noisy
• Dusty
• Outdoors

Work setting

• Construction
• Residential

Tasks

• Read blueprints, drawings and sketches to determine work requirements
• Prepare layouts in conformance to building codes, using measuring tools
• Measure, cut, shape, assemble and join materials made of wood, wood substitutes, lightweight steel and other materials
• Build foundations, install floor beams, lay subflooring and erect walls and roof systems
• Fit and install windows, doors, stairs, mouldings and hardware
• Survey building locations and levels
• Instruct apprentices

Transportation / travel information

• Own transportation
• Own vehicle

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Bending, crouching, kneeling
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
• Handling heavy loads
• Physically demanding
• Work with minimal supervision

Own tools / equipment

• Steel-toed safety boots
• Hard hat
• Safety vest

Screening questions

• Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?
• Do you have previous experience in this field of employment?
• Do you have the above-indicated required certifications?
• Work Term : Permanent
• Work Language : English
• Hours : 40 to 60 hours per week