Carpenter

Job summary

The Carpenter will perform framing, structural installation, and finish carpentry for residential renovations and new builds. Responsibilities include interpreting plans, operating tools, and ensuring all work adheres to safety and quality standards.

Job details

Company Description Shakespeare Homes & Renovations Inc. specializes in turning homeowners’ ideas into beautifully crafted, functional living spaces through integrated design and building services. The company collaborates closely with designers and architects to ensure construction details align with high standards of home design excellence. By getting involved early in projects, Shakespeare Homes helps clients make informed design decisions that support budget, quality, and timelines. Their team coordinates the right materials and skilled tradespeople to deliver well-planned, high-quality renovations and home builds. This focus on craftsmanship and collaboration creates a professional environment where construction professionals can refine and showcase their skills. Role Description The Carpenter role at Shakespeare Homes & Renovations Inc. is a full-time, on-site position based in Canada. The Carpenter will perform day-to-day tasks such as framing, installing structural components, and completing interior and exterior finish carpentry for renovations and new builds. Responsibilities include reading and interpreting plans, measuring and cutting materials, assembling and installing fixtures, and ensuring work meets quality and safety standards. The Carpenter will use a variety of hand and power tools, work closely with other trades, and maintain a clean, organized job site. This role requires reliability, attention to detail, and a commitment to delivering high-quality workmanship in a collaborative team environment. Qualifications Strong carpentry skills, including experience with residential construction and renovation work. Proficiency in framing, including layout, structural assembly, and installation of walls, floors, and roofs. Skilled in finish carpentry, such as trim work, doors, cabinetry, and fine detail installations. Confident use of hand tools and power tools, with a strong focus on safety and proper maintenance. Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications. Relevant trade certification, apprenticeship, or equivalent on-the-job experience in carpentry. Solid understanding of building codes, safety regulations, and construction best practices. Reliable transportation to on-site locations in Canada and ability to work full-time hours. Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

What you’ll do

The Carpenter will perform framing, structural installation, and finish carpentry for residential renovations and new builds. Responsibilities include interpreting plans, operating tools, and ensuring all work adheres to safety and quality standards.

Requirements

Candidates must possess strong carpentry skills with experience in both framing and finish work. A relevant trade certification or equivalent on-the-job experience is required, along with the ability to read construction drawings.

Listed skills

• Teamwork · Preferred
• Problem solving · Preferred
• Attention to detail · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Framing
• Finish carpentry
• Structural assembly
• Reading construction drawings
• Power tools
• Hand tools
• Trim work
• Cabinetry
• Safety regulations
• Problem-solving
• Attention to detail
• Teamwork
• Layout
• Installation

Job areas

• Construction
• Trades
• Manufacturing