Carpentry Journeyperson - Full Time

The Calgary Stampede is a not-for-profit community organization that preserves and promotes our western heritage, cultures and community spirit with a vision to create a world-class, year-round gathering place for the community. Exemplifying the theme, We’re Greatest Together, the Stampede is one of the most respected volunteer-based organizations in the world governed by a Board of Directors with over 2,500 passionate volunteers and 1,200 year-round employees.

As an organization that exists for the benefit of the community, inclusion and equity are woven into our core values of western hospitality, pride of place, integrity, and commitment to the community. The world-class, year-round gathering place we have built for the community also welcomes visitors from around the world and those who are new to the local community. We know that blending diverse cultures with our long-standing traditions makes community spirit thrive.

Position Summary

As a Journeyperson Carpenter at the Calgary Stampede, you’ll play a key role in maintaining, constructing, and enhancing the infrastructure across Stampede Park. This position supports a diverse range of projects from general facility repairs to the fabrication of custom structures for year-round programming and events, including the iconic Calgary Stampede. You’ll be part of a collaborative and energetic team that takes pride in craftsmanship, safety, and delivering exceptional experiences for our guests, clients, and community partners.

Closing Date: Monday May 5, 2025

Key Responsibilities:

Construction & Maintenance:

Construct, repair, and renovate buildings, event structures, fences, stages, platforms, and park infrastructure

Perform routine and emergency carpentry-related maintenance across the park

Install doors, windows, walls, framing, cabinetry, fixtures, and other structural components

Event Support & Custom Builds:

Participate in setup and takedown of large-scale events, including custom scenic builds and temporary installations

Collaborate with Event Services, Technical Services, and other trades to bring creative concepts to life

Modify or adapt existing structures to meet event-specific requirements

Safety & Quality Assurance:

Follow building codes, safety regulations, and company policies at all times

Inspect worksites, tools, and materials to ensure quality and compliance

Maintain a clean, organized, and hazard-free work environment

Team Collaboration & Communication:

Work closely with other trades including electricians, plumbers, and scenic artists

Interpret and work from blueprints, sketches, and verbal instructions

Provide input on material selection, project planning, and timelines

To Apply

To apply, please submit your resume.

All applicants are thanked in advance and only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

Licenses & Certifications
Preferred
WHMIS
First Aid
Fall Protection
Aerial Boom Lift
Behaviors
Preferred
Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
Enthusiastic: Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest
Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
Motivations
Preferred
Growth Opportunities: Inspired to perform well by the chance to take on more responsibility
Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization
Goal Completion: Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks
Self-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help