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carpenter

The carpenter is responsible for preparing estimates, reading blueprints, and constructing or renovating wooden structures and foundations. They will also install windows, doors, and hardware while coordinating work on various residential and commercial sites.

  • On-site
  • Tofino, BC
  • Posted Aug 23, 2026
  • Apply by Sep 5, 2026
  • 1 position

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Job summary

Overview Languages English Education Secondary (high) school graduation certificate or equivalent experience Experience 7 months to less than 1 year On site Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely. Work site environment At heights Confined spaces Noisy Dusty Outdoors Work setting Construction Renovation Historical restoration Commercial Millwork/pre-fab shopwork Residential Level of expertise Maintenance and repair Responsibilities Tasks Prepare estimates of labour and/or material costs 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 Prepare tenders and quotations Build foundations, install floor beams, lay subflooring and erect walls and roof systems Fit and install windows, doors, stairs, mouldings and hardware Schedule and co-ordinate work on sites Estimate costs and materials Maintain, repair and renovate residences and wooden structures in mills, mines, hospitals, industrial plants and other establishments Credentials Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) Certificate Experience and specialization Equipment and machinery experience Hand tools Specialization or experience Specialized environmental skills and knowledge Additional information Transportation/travel information Valid driver's licence Work conditions and physical capabilities Bending, crouching, kneeling Combination of sitting, standing, walking Handling heavy loads Large workload Physically demanding Tight deadlines Work with minimal supervision Personal suitability Accurate Client focus Efficient interpersonal skills Excellent oral communication Excellent written communication Judgement Reliability Team player Values and ethics Punctuality Benefits Health benefits Dental plan Health care plan Paramedical services coverage Vision care benefits Financial benefits Group insurance benefits Life insurance Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) Long term benefits Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA) Other Benefits Free parking available Learning/training paid by employer On-site amenities On-site housing options Other benefits Team building opportunities Parking available Travel insurance Wellness program Employment groups This employer promotes equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including those self-identifying as a member of these groups: Support for persons with disabilities Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports persons with disabilities Support for newcomers and refugees Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports newcomers and/or refugees Recruits newcomers and/or refugees who were displaced by a conflict or a natural disaster (for example: Ukraine, Afghanistan, etc.) Support for youths Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports youth employment Offers on-the-job training tailored to youth Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for youth Provides awareness training to employees to create a welcoming work environment for youth Support for Veterans Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports Veterans Recruits Veterans and other candidates with military experience through targeted hiring initiatives (for example: job fairs, outreach programs etc.) Support for Indigenous people Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports Indigenous people Support for mature workers Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports mature workers Supports for visible minorities Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports members of visible minorities

What you’ll do

The carpenter is responsible for preparing estimates, reading blueprints, and constructing or renovating wooden structures and foundations. They will also install windows, doors, and hardware while coordinating work on various residential and commercial sites.

Requirements

Candidates require a high school diploma or equivalent and between 7 months to 1 year of experience. A WHMIS certificate and a valid driver's license are necessary for the role.

Benefits

• Health Benefits • Dental Plan • Health Care Plan • Paramedical Services Coverage • Vision Care Benefits • Group Insurance Benefits • Life Insurance • Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) • Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA) • Free Parking • Paid Learning/Training • On-site Housing Options • Team Building Opportunities • Travel Insurance • Wellness Program

Listed skills

  • Time managementPreferred
  • TeamworkPreferred

Other relevant skills

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  • Blueprint Reading
  • Cost Estimation
  • Layout Preparation
  • Woodworking
  • Foundation Building
  • Roofing Systems
  • Window and Door Installation
  • Maintenance and Repair
  • Hand Tools
  • WHMIS
  • Client Focus
  • Oral Communication
  • Written Communication
  • Teamwork
  • Punctuality
  • Time Management

Job areas

  • Construction
  • Trades
  • Manufacturing
  • Hospitality

Additional details

Minimum education
High school
Minimum experience
0+ years
Apply by
Sep 5, 2026
Posting language
English
Working hours
40 hours per week
Seniority
Entry level