Carpenter

Job title:

Carpenter

Company

Dalhousie University

Job description

Reporting to the Shop Supervisor (Carpentry), or a Zone Supervisor, the incumbent is responsible to perform carpentry related work on campus.
Key Responsibilities

  • Installs, repairs and maintains interior building components related to the carpentry trade such as but not limited to steel/wood stud and drywall, suspended ceilings, commercial and residential doors, frames and hardware and flooring
  • Installs, repairs and maintains exterior building components such as but not limited to windows, doors, siding, stairs, decks, trim and asphalt roofing shingles
  • Constructs and installs custom cabinetry and millwork
  • Erects, dismantles and works from various types of scaffolding and lifts
  • Performs preventive maintenance tasks on designated architectural and building fabric components
  • Performs all duties in accordance with the current Nova Scotia Occupational Health & Safety Act, National Building Code as well as University and Government rules and regulations
  • Maintains a clean work environment
  • Performs other duties as required

NoteDue to operational requirements, the successful applicant is required to work in-person on campus.
Required Qualifications

  • Valid Carpenter certificate of qualification with Red Seal designation as recognized by the Nova Scotia Department of Education (apprenticeships will be considered)
  • Completion of certified trades school program preferred
  • Five years recent and related journey person experience in construction and/or maintenance in a commercial or institutional environment.
  • Cabinet construction and installation experience preferred
  • Ability to work at heights
  • Ability to read and interpret drawings and blue prints
  • Familiar with the current Nova Scotia Occupational Health & Safety act, National Building Code as well as University and government rules and regulations
  • Ability to take direction
  • Good communication and organization skills
  • Reliable and punctual
  • Familiarity with microcomputers preferred
  • Must be willing and able to work overtime and respond to after-hours calls as required
  • Knowledge of tools of the trade
  • Ability to direct others in foreperson capacity an asset
  • General safety, Fall Protection and WHMIS training an asset

Assets
Additional Information
Application Consideration
Diversity StatementDalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from Indigenous Peoples of Turtle Island (especially Mi’kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. In accordance with our Employment Equity Policy, preference will be given in hiring processes to candidates who self-identify as members of one or more of the equity-deserving groups listed above. For more information, including details related to our Employment Equity Policy and Plan and definitions of equity-deserving groups please visitPosting Detail InformationNumber of Vacancies 1
Open Date 11/06/2024
Close Date 11/19/2024
Open Until Filled No
Special Instructions to Applicant
Quick Link for Direct Access to PostingSupplemental QuestionsRequired fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).Documents Needed to ApplyRequired Documents * Résumé / Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Optional Documents * Cover Letter

Expected salary

Location

Halifax, NS

Job date

Fri, 08 Nov 2024 01:11:32 GMT

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