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Carpenter

The Carpenter provides support to the department and Superintendent by building according to construction drawings and specifications. Responsibilities include managing concrete formwork and supervising labourers and resources as required.

  • On-site
  • Edmonton, AB
  • Posted Jul 31, 2026
  • Apply by Aug 30, 2026
  • 1 position

Job summary

FWS Group of Companies is a fully integrated design, engineering, construction, and maintenance services firm. We are advocates of the design-build approach to project development. Whether our clients are looking at greenfield construction or retrofitting an existing facility, we have the in-house expertise to take their project from vision to reality. To add to this expertise, we are recruiting for Carpenters for a project site in Northern BC, to join our collaborative and team focused organization. We have a lot to offer you – RRSPs, benefits, professional training, just to name a few. As our Carpenter, you will provide support to the department and Superintendent. Position Overview: Proficient knowledge of concrete formwork and falsework, reinforcing, placing, and finishing. Read and understand construction drawings and be able to build to drawings and specifications. Responsible for safe use of equipment including forklift, skid steer loader, scissor lifts, and power tools. Supervise labourers and resources as required. Qualifications Needed: Appropriate level of carpentry experience or enrolled in an Apprenticeship Program. Valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle are required. Must be able to work a 21/7 work rotation with extended time away from home. Own and maintain basic trade tools. Pre-access Drug & Alcohol testing may be required due to client requirements. Want to know more? Apply through our career board. First time applicants will need to complete a profile. Or send your resume to careers@fwsgroup.com About FWS We’ve been receiving Best Managed company accolades for years and there’s a reason. Our leadership team, our employees – we ensure collaboration, teamwork, and excellence in everything we do. We’re honest, safe, entrepreneurial, creative and empower our employees. We include a number of diverse group of companies to serve a wide market. Ag-Industrial, Bulk Material Handling, Liquid & Gas Handling, Maintenance – are just a few of our business units. FWS may use technology-assisted tools, including artificial intelligence, to assist in screening and reviewing candidates. These tools are applied responsibly and only used to assist in the recruitment process. All hiring decisions are made by qualified individuals following human review. Qualifications Needed: Appropriate level of carpentry experience or enrolled in an Apprenticeship Program. Valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle are required. Must be able to work a 21/7 work rotation with extended time away from home. Own and maintain basic trade tools. Want to know more? Apply through our career board. First time applicants will need to complete a profile. Or send your resume to careers@fwsgroup.com About FWS We’ve been receiving Best Managed company accolades for years and there’s a reason. Our leadership team, our employees – we ensure collaboration, teamwork, and excellence in everything we do. We’re honest, safe, entrepreneurial, creative and empower our employees. We include a number of diverse group of companies to serve a wide market. Ag-Industrial, Bulk Material Handling, Liquid & Gas Handling, Maintenance – are just a few of our business units. Find out more about our business units and subsidiaries.

What you’ll do

The Carpenter provides support to the department and Superintendent by building according to construction drawings and specifications. Responsibilities include managing concrete formwork and supervising labourers and resources as required.

Requirements

Candidates must have carpentry experience or be enrolled in an apprenticeship program, along with a valid driver's license and basic trade tools. Ability to work a 21/7 rotation with extended time away from home is required.

Benefits

• RrSPs • Benefits • Professional Training

Other relevant skills

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  • Concrete Formwork
  • Falsework
  • Reinforcing
  • Placing
  • Finishing
  • Reading Construction Drawings
  • Forklift Operation
  • Skid Steer Loader Operation
  • Scissor Lift Operation
  • Power Tools
  • Supervision
  • Carpentry

Job areas

  • Construction
  • Trades
  • Engineering
  • Manufacturing

Additional details

Minimum education
Professional degree
Minimum experience
2+ years
Apply by
Aug 30, 2026
Posting language
English
Working hours
40 hours per week
Seniority
Entry level