Renovation Carpenter Full Time

The Company: 536229 Yukon Inc O/A Hammerstone Holdings
Address: 6 Dick N Rd, Dawson City, YT Y0B 0A3
Contact Information: [email protected] 867-993-3181
Start Date: As soon as possible
Type of Position: Full time, permanent
Positions Available: 1
Hours per week: 37.5 hours
Salary: $35.5 per hour

Benefits:
– Health insurance coverage until territorial coverage commences
– Assistance in finding suitable accommodation
– Relocation costs
– Protective gear such as ear protection, hard hats, eye protection, etc.
– Overtime during peak construction season

Language:
– English

Education:
– Completion of secondary school

Experience:
– Completion of a carpentry apprenticeship program OR 3 to 4 years of related work experience
– Experience in renovation and remodeling work is required
– Knowledge of construction methods, materials, and tools
– Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings
– Physical stamina and ability to lift heavy materials
– Attention to detail and strong problem-solving skills
– Demonstrable experience working in extreme cold

Work Conditions & Physical Capabilities:
 Physically demanding work
 Snow clearing
 Handling heavy loads
 Working at heights, outdoors, and in varying weather conditions
 Tight deadlines and fast-paced environment
 Work may require travel to various job sites within Dawson and surrounding areas
 Overtime may be required during peak construction periods

Location:
– On site: Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work setting:
 Outdoor and indoor work in extreme weather conditions
 Seasonal fluctuations in workload
 Possible long hours during peak construction season
 Work at heights and with heavy materials

Duties & Responsibilities:
 Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and building plans
 Measure, cut, and install wood, steel and other materials for renovation projects
 Repair and replace structural elements (floors, walls, roofs, framing)
 Install doors, windows, cabinets, drywall, large scale flooring, eavestrough and trim
 Work with subcontractors; including levelling, plumbing, siding, electrical, drywalling, septic, finishing work, mechanical, painting, foundations and heavy equipment
 Installation of Kitchens and bathrooms
 Work on heritage or older buildings, maintaining original features when required
 Ensure work complies with Canadian building codes and Yukon regulations
 Use hand and power tools safely and efficiently
 Prepare job sites and clean up after projects
 Handle insulation and weatherproofing (important for Yukon climate)