Journeyperson Carpenter
Apprentice Carpenter (Level 2 or 3)
Are you interested in a career opportunity in super energy efficient, high performance, new construction and
retrofits?
SCBC is an employee-owned worker co-op offering training, career development, benefits, and competitive wages ($39.87/hr for Journeyperson).
SCBC promotes justice, equity, diversity, decolonization, and inclusion (JEDDI) and has a diverse hiring policy. We seek to be representative of the demographics in the communities we work in and provide a supportive environment for anyone interested in joining our team. We are supportive of team members who have childcare responsibilities and are supportive of parental leaves. We value a highly collaborative culture and use an Integrated Project Delivery method of project management that brings all stakeholders to the table and fosters mutual help, respect, and development.
Our business is high performance new builds and renovations in both residential and small commercial buildings using Passive House methods and principles. We build some of Manitoba’s most energy efficient and resilient buildings with ultra-low carbon footprints. Our mission is to curb climate change by constructing highly efficient buildings that have a net neutral or even negative lifetime carbon footprint.
After completing a probationary period and successful review processes, employees are eligible to become members in the co-op.
Becoming a member allows you to participate in the management and governance of the co-op, and entitles you to a share of the profit.
Successful applicants must be able to get to job sites within the city of Winnipeg. We also work in surrounding communities so the ability to work out of town is an asset, as well as a class 5 drivers license.
Cover letter should outline your experience in carpentry and interest in working in a co-op with an environmental sustainability focus.
Wage Scale and Duties Associated for Journeyperson
$39.87/hr Journeyperson
- Personal Protective Equipment required
- Basic tools required (Cell phone, tool belt with: hammer, nail puller, tape measure, pencil, square, chalk line, impact driver)
- Advanced tools required (cordless drill)
- Must be able to get to any jobsite independently
- Must be able to lift and carry heavy objects continuously
- Must have advanced competency in the use of hand and power tools
- Must have intermediate competency in operation of heavy equipment (i.e. skid steer loader, tele-handler, excavator)
- Must read and interpret construction drawings and details
- Must have advanced knowledge of the Manitoba Building Code
- Must be able to work independently and supervise other employees
- Must be willing to obtain safety training and first aid training
- Must be able to calculate and order material and work to project timelines
- Must be able to problem solve on the fly and make design decisions when the need arises
- Must be able to coordinate with subcontractors
- Must have valid Red Seal Endorsement and be willing to take on an apprentice
- Must have advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Google Sheets, or equivalent
- Must have intermediate knowledge in project coordination
Wage Scale and Duties Associated for Level 3 Apprentice
$32.88/hr Level 3 Apprentice
- Personal Protective Equipment required
- Basic tools required (Cell phone, tool belt with: hammer, nail puller, tape measure, pencil, square, chalk line, impact driver)
- Must be able to get to any jobsite independently
- Must be able to lift and carry heavy objects continuously
- Must have advanced competency in the use of hand and power tools
- Must have intermediate competency in operation of heavy equipment (i.e. skid steer loader, tele-handler, excavator)
- Must exhibit competencies conforming with Level three of the Provincial Carpentry Curriculum
- Must read and interpret construction drawings and details
- Must have advanced knowledge of the Manitoba Building Code
- Must be able to work independently and supervise other employees
- Must be willing to obtain safety training and first aid training
- Must be able to calculate and order material and work to project timelines
- Must have basic knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Google Sheets, or equivalent
Wage Scale and Duties Associated for Level 2 Apprentice
- Personal Protective Equipment required
- Basic tools required (Cell phone, tool belt with: hammer, nail puller, tape measure, pencil, square, chalk line, impact driver)
- Must be able to get to any jobsite independently
- Must be able to lift and carry heavy objects continuously
- Must have advanced competency in the use of hand and power tools
- Must have intermediate competency in operation of heavy equipment (i.e. skid steer loader, tele-handler, excavator)
- Must exhibit competencies conforming with Level two of the Provincial Carpentry Curriculum
- Must read and interpret construction drawings and details
- Must have advanced knowledge of the Manitoba Building Code
- Must be able to work independently and supervise other employees
- Must be willing to obtain safety training and first aid training
- Must be able to calculate and order material and work to project timelines
- Must have basic knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Google Sheets, or equivalent
We focus on high quality craftsmanship and attention to detail. Demand for high performance buildings is growing and we need new members to increase our capacity.
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