Apprentice Carpenter

Location: Merritt, BC

Are you an Apprentice Carpenter looking for steady work on a large scale project? We are currently seeking experienced Apprentice Carpenters to join our team on the Teck Greenfield Project. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a high-profile industrial construction project with a company known for its strong commitment to safety, quality, and teamwork.

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Essential Responsibilities

Working along side Journeyperson Carpenters

Constructing traditional and engineered forming systems

Check completed units to be sure they are level, square, plumb, and the right size, shape, and location

Spotting heavy equipment

Building access platforms

Assist concrete masons with pouring concrete and other duties

Complete tasks safely, efficiently, and within project deadlines, following Ledcor’s high standards for safety and quality

Perform general support duties including site cleanup, material handling, and basic construction tasks

Adhere to all project and Ledcor policies, procedures, and PPE requirements

Requirements

Experience with traditional and engineered concrete forming systems preferred

Previous Industrial experience an asset

Must successfully complete pre-access drug and alcohol testing

Apprentice Carpenters must be registered with a provincial authority

Comfortable working at heights

Must bring basic Carpentry tools and tool belt

Ability to lift up to 50 pounds

Strong work ethic, good communication and ability to follow instructions

Work Conditions

Work schedule 14 on, 7 off, 10 hours per day

Living out allowance provided

Work in all weather conditions

Weekly payment of wages

Extended health benefits provided by CLAC

Locals to Merrit and Kamloops will be given priority

Compensation

$30.84 - $51.40 per hour

This is the applicable wage range for this position. Individuals will be assigned a base wage within this range based on trade certification and/or apprenticeship level, industry experience, and work location.

Remote, site-based positions may be eligible for additional incentives including but not limited to travel and accommodation allowances.

We are committed to the long-term success and wellbeing of our employees. Employees are provided with a comprehensive health and benefits package which includes extended health and dental, vision care, disability, and life insurance coverage as well as access to mental health and wellness resources through an employee family assistance program.

Employees also receive a competitive retirement package.  These programs are administered through the Union, in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable collective agreement.

Additional Information

Ledcor builds and maintains infrastructure in various industries including oil and gas, transportation, and mining. We’re experts in all infrastructure construction and maintenance related projects. Our vast projects include: full-scale contract mining, earthworks, foundations, highways, bridges, roads, waterways and resources, airports, rapid transit, underground utilities, pipelines, independent power projects and site reclamation.

Our workplace culture has been recognized as one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers, Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Cultures, and a Top 100 Inspiring Workplace in North America.

Employment Equity

At Ledcor we believe diversity, equity, and inclusion should be part of everything we do. We are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, Veteran status or any other identifying characteristic are encouraged to apply.

Our True Blue team consists of individuals from all backgrounds who contribute diverse perspectives and experiences to Ledcor. We are committed to continuing to build on our culture of empowerment, inclusion and belonging.

Adjustments will be provided in all parts of our hiring process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance by submitting a request via email. For more information about Ledcor’s Inclusion and Diversity initiatives, please visit our I&D page.