Housing Carpenter

Fulltime – 2 positions

Date Classified: October 26, 2023

Business Unit: Housing
Location: Lax Kw’alaams, BC

Reporting to: Director of Housing

The Lax Kw’alaams Band and the Housing Department have immediate openings for 2 full-time Carpenters.
The successful candidate will be carrying out all the tasks within the Housing department.

Duties and Responsibilities will include but not be limited to:
Under the direct supervision of the Housing Director or designate. Carpenters shall be responsible for but not limited to the following duties:

• Variety of jobs, including the installation of doors and windows, building different pieces of furniture, rebuilding roofs, and design and build kitchens.
• Responsible for identifying materials that need to be used, finding the right suppliers for that material, and working with a team of specialists who have the necessary skills and expertise to build and complete those projects.
• Perform woodworking tasks
• Prepare daily reports and follow maintenance schedules
• Operate vehicles
• Attendance at workshops & training as requested
• Perform manual labor including climbing into confined areas in adverse conditions to carry out repair and installation procedures
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Preference for candidates in possession of a Class 5 (minimum) or Class 3, 1, driver’s license and be able to show a responsible driving record; Required
• Deal with the public in a courteous and considerate manner
• Work conditions may be hazardous. Must be in good health & physical condition
• Candidate must show a responsible attitude and desire to perform the duties required.
• Experience working in an outdoor environment
• Familiar with BC Building Codes
• Must be able to work at heights safely
• Advanced knowledge of using tools, machinery
• Ability to oversee and teach safety while using tools and machinery
• Ability to work under pressure and meet timelines
• Criminal Record Check Required
• First Aid or OFA considered an asset
• Commitment to a Healthy lifestyle
• Basic plumbing and electrical experience is an asset

Compensation & Benefits
▪ Wages based on experience and certifications
▪ This is a Bargaining Unit position and is open to all genders
▪ Health, Dental Benefits

Submission Deadline: November 15, 2023

• Pursuant to Section 41 of the BC Human Rights Code, preference may be given to applicants of Indigenous Ancestry or current CUPE Members.
• We invite all interested parties to reply in the strictest confidence to the Human Resources Manager
• Email Resume or Inquiries to: [email protected]