Carpenter

Job description

About JAX Builders:

JAX Builders is a fast-paced general contracting company specializing in ground up construction, site developments, interior fit outs, and renovations in commercial construction. Be part of a fast-growing business with plenty of room to increase your role.

We work at a quick pace and the successful candidate will require strong work ethic, the skills to build multiple projects simultaneously and the ability to adapt to situations and problems quickly. JAX Builders takes safety seriously, we are COR certified and follow our JAX Builders Safety Program on all Projects. JAX Builders utilizes industry leading systems as well as systems and processes that we have developed over the past ten years, to build our projects. We are seeking an organized, knowledgeable, hard working person with strong communication and problem-solving skills. The right candidate will be personable and needs to fit in well with our growing team. We will offer the tools and environment for the right person to succeed and challenge themselves to set and reach big goals.

The Candidate we are Looking for:

JAX Builders is looking for a Carpenter/Laborer to assist our Superintendent on ground up and renovation projects in Calgary and surrounding areas. Fair hourly wage to be negotiated with the successful candidate and Vacation Pay is paid on every pay period as per the Alberta Construction Labor Laws. JAX Builders has a company benefits program that is 100% paid by the employer.

JAX Builders requires hard skills but is looking for a candidate who will fit with our hard working, exciting culture. Our goal is to find a candidate who will want to remain with our company long term and work into the role of Superintendent to manage our projects at a site level.

The projects will require the following skills.

Wood backing, plywood wall installations, light concrete form work for site components, door and frame install, general clean up/site organization, furniture installs, and finish carpentry. Some skills with touch ups, deficiencies, paint, caulking, drywall repair would be great as well.

Ability to operate skid steers and mini excavators would be an asset.

Out of town availability is occasionally required. JAX Builders will pay all out of town expenses and km’s to the site. Most of our projects are in Edmonton but we currently have a couple projects that are 1-2 hours outside of Edmonton. A valid driver’s license and vehicle are required.

Responsibilities:
- Help supervise and lead a team of workers in various construction projects

- Assist the Superintendent on daily tasks and sub trade management to keep our projects moving ahead on schedule and on budget.
- Coordinate and assign tasks to project team members
- Ensure projects are completed on time and within budget by actively involving yourself in daily project tasks and management.
- Monitor and maintain quality control standards.
- Collaborate with the Superintendent to develop work plans and schedules.
- Perform carpentry tasks with hand tools and help oversee the work of concrete forming, drywall, plumbing, HVAC, electrical, tile work, roofing, exterior finishes, flooring, and other finishing trades.
- Perform small paint touchups, drywall repairs, door & hardware installs.

- We pride ourselves on working hard and the successful candidate will have a strong work ethic and a "get it done" attitude.

- This role will involve a lot of hands on work, on the tools.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $30.00-$38.00 per hour

Expected hours: 38 – 60 per week

Benefits:
• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• Vision care

Schedule:
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Education:
• Secondary School (preferred)

Experience:
• carpentry: 2 years (preferred)

Language:
• English (required)

Licence/Certification:
• Driving Licence (required)

Work Location: In person