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CarpenterSkilled Trades & Field Services

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North America Construction (1993) Ltd. – NAC Constructors Ltd. (NAC) is well known for our expertise in water and wastewater construction across Canada.

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CarpenterSkilled Trades & Field Services

North America Construction (1993) Ltd. – NAC Constructors Ltd. (NAC) is well known for our expertise in water and wastewater construction across Canada. Our self-performing team of almost 500 skilled professionals and experts in trades and engineering, comprehensively handles projects, from conceptualization to delivery. We also have extensive experience in fields such as civil, structural, process mechanical, building mechanical, electrical and instrumentation work. At NAC, our priority is to maintain the highest level of quality and safety. The depth of our resources is evident in the variety of projects we construct; from water filtration to wastewater treatment; dams to ethanol; we build it all….and more!

NAC is currently seeking a Carpenter to join our Water Treatment Facility Upgrade project in Brandon, MB.

Position Summary:

Under the direction of Civil Superintendent the Civil Carpenter is responsible for building, restoring and/or installing of structural formwork, concrete, wood and related materials. This position requires knowledge of the heavy construction industry, specifically the practices, procedures, techniques, tools and equipment, materials, specifications, quality control, cost control, and safety associated with this industry. The Civil Carpenter must be proficient at the following tasks: layouts, constructing and installing building materials, reading blueprints, and must possess mathematical and analytical skills necessary to do material estimates.

Build, layout and execute forms as required, according to specifications with the ability to make calculations depending on grades

Layout building foundations and install piling, floors and walls

Layout, construct and install beams and shoring

Construct chutes, forms and align form panels for pouring concrete

Fill form with concrete material, compact with tamper/compactor to required grade

Construct and frame deck, floor, stairs, wall, ceiling and roof systems

Perform interior and exterior renovations, as per specifications

Build trestles, bridges, towers and other structures

Observe and comply with all health and safety regulations and ensures any apprentices under your direction comply

Operate and maintain carpentry tools and equipment

Respect and respond to direction given

Contribute and participate in the effective use of the Quality Control System

Construct and/or assemble and dismantle scaffolding as needed

Handle and transport job materials to the work area as needed

Perform other related duties, including minor duties of other trades where certification is not required and the work does not exceed own limitation

3-5 years of experience working in heavy construction

Experience with concrete formwork (gang systems. Dolka an asset) and stick building formwork (wood forms)

Experience with concrete placement

Water retaining structures construction experience

Experience building bulkheads

Knowledge of safe operation and maintenance of carpentry tools

Ability to read building specifications, blueprints and as-builds

Experience building bulkheads

Knowledge of workplace safety and safe lifting and handling procedures

Heavy lifting required

Ability to operate required equipment in a safe and responsible manner

Time management skills

Receptive to change - can adapt to changing circumstances

Proactive in ensuring job knowledge is current

Valid WHMIS, Elevated/Aerial Work Platform, Working at Heights/Fall Arrest certificates are required

Zoom boom / skid steer experience required

NAC Offers:

Competitive compensation
Opportunities for career growth, development and advancement, including financial assistance
Comprehensive benefit plan (dental, vision, health, etc.)
Employee & Family Assistance Program
Excellent company matched pension plan
Registered Retirement Savings Plans
Additional time off between Christmas and New Year’s Day
Community involvement opportunities
Friendly working environment
Numerous team activities and various company events

NAC is committed to providing equal opportunities for all individuals to achieve their goals. If you feel that you need accommodations during the recruitment and selection process because of illness/disability, please contact Human Resources for further information