Carpenter - Edmonton, Canada - Edmonton Catholic Schools

Edmonton Catholic Schools

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Edmonton, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Edmonton Catholic Schools is a large urban school division whose mission is to provide a Catholic education that inspires students to learn and that prepares them to live fully and to serve God in one another.

The Division is comprised of over 44,000 students and 5,000 employees in 95 schools plus other sites.

Carpenter:

Requisition ID: 8407

Hours Per Week: 40

Position:
Existing

FTE: 1

Department:
Facility Infrastructure

No Months Per Year: 12

Position Status:
Permanent

Employee Group:

AUPE

Rate of Pay:
$81,652 per year

Posting Closing Date: 5/17/24

Facility Services is looking for a carpenter to join their team

The Carpenter performs renovations, maintenance, repairs and some new construction. The duties are of moderate complexity and are completed with mínimal supervision. Assignments will vary considerably depending on the unit served.

Work may involve procedures of a technical nature and some jobs in this class may entail supervisory responsibility. Where supervision is required, the job must achieve smooth workflow by delegating assignments and explaining procedures.

Responsibilities require a qualified journeyman carpenter trade certificate along with related training and experience. The work requires the use of a variety of hand and power tools.

Work is performed within the Division/department policies and procedures and is guided by construction and maintenance standards and principles and those established by the department.

Work is completed in compliance with the Alberta Building Code, Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) and Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS), Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG) regulations and guidelines and the Division's goals and objectives.

There is considerable discretion exercised by the incumbent in the performance of its regular duties.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Repair, maintenance, renovations and manufacturing
Repair windows and door frames; replace locks
Rebuild cupboards, shelves and other school equipment
Repair floors and interior and exterior sheathing
Fabricate a variety of items from wood or other materials within a carpentry shop
Construct portable classrooms and other small structures
Build, modify and repair structures to withstand varying loads
Lay out according to blue prints erect framework, siding, flooring and roofing and complete inside trim to required specifications
Measure, square, saw, plane and clamp wooden sections into special shapes using table/hand/band/radial saws; jointers; drills and shapers and install the prefabricated materials in schools
Assist department staff with a variety of projects and provide coveroff during absences
Other duties as assigned by the supervisor
Worksite maintenance
Assist in the cleanup of worksites
Ensure tools and equipment are operating properly and report those that are not
Ensure worksites are clean and maintained within safety standards
Estimate materials required, monitor use and keep time and materials records
Building site security
Ensure materials and tools are safely operated and stored at all times
Secure building as required depending on worksite requirements

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

_ High School, plus a current Alberta Journeyman Carpenter Certificate with Red Seal Certification_

Several years of directly related experience
Knowledge of shop mathematics, including elementary geometry acquired through trades related training
Knowledge of the Alberta Building Code, Occupational Health and Safety regulations and legislation, regulations governing Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) and Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TGD) is required
Knowledge of department and unit policies, procedures, business and operations
Working knowledge of Microsoft programs
Word, Outlook and the Internet is required; knowledge of electronic attendance system is an asset
Standard First Aid/CPR is an asset
Ability to read plans, elevation drawings and specifications and fabricate items according to predetermined plans
Ability to exercise tact, courtesy and good judgment when dealing with other trades, school principals, teachers, students, coworkers and the general public
Strong teamwork skills and the ability to work without direct supervision
Physically able to complete the duties of the job using appropriate tools and techniques (lifting up to 30Kg/66lbs)
Ability to schedule, plan task priorities and manage several projects with conflicting demands
Fluency in the English language including both oral and written communication skills
A valid Class 5 driver's license and the ability to travel to various sites within Edmonton
Ability to provide a clean driver's abstract upon hire and as requested
Possession of a full kit of recognized basic hand tools

Edmonton Catholic Schools offers a comprehensive benefits program based on contract