carpenter
The role involves reading blueprints to build foundations, walls, and roof systems using wood and steel materials. Responsibilities also include installing fixtures, estimating costs, and renovating wooden structures across various industrial and residential settings.
- On-site
- Surrey, BC
- Posted Apr 12, 2026
- Apply by Aug 30, 2026
- 1 position
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Job summary
Overview Languages English Education Secondary (high) school graduation certificate Experience 1 year to less than 2 years On site Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely. Responsibilities Tasks Read blueprints, drawings and sketches to determine work requirements Prepare layouts in conformance to building codes, using measuring tools Measure, cut, shape, assemble and join materials made of wood, wood substitutes, lightweight steel and other materials Build foundations, install floor beams, lay subflooring and erect walls and roof systems Fit and install windows, doors, stairs, mouldings and hardware Instruct apprentices Estimate costs and materials Maintain, repair and renovate residences and wooden structures in mills, mines, hospitals, industrial plants and other establishments
What you’ll do
The role involves reading blueprints to build foundations, walls, and roof systems using wood and steel materials. Responsibilities also include installing fixtures, estimating costs, and renovating wooden structures across various industrial and residential settings.
Requirements
Candidates must have a high school graduation certificate and between one to two years of relevant experience. Proficiency in using measuring tools and following building codes is required.
Other relevant skills
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- Blueprint Reading
- Layout Preparation
- Measuring Tools
- Woodworking
- Steel Assembly
- Foundation Building
- Wall and Roof Installation
- Window and Door Fitting
- Stair and Moulding Installation
- Apprentice Instruction
- Cost Estimation
- Renovation
Job areas
- Construction
- Trades
- Manufacturing
Additional details
- Minimum education
- High school
- Minimum experience
- 0+ years
- Apply by
- Aug 30, 2026
- Posting language
- English
- Working hours
- 40 hours per week
- Seniority
- Entry level
