ID: 17847
Carpenter
Queen's University - Kingston, ON
Website: https://www.queensu.ca/
Education/Training/Certifications
Required Qualifications
- Sound knowledge of the occupational hazards of carpentry work and of the necessary safety precautions. Ability to follow safe working procedures in accordance with applicable safety policy, procedures and regulations.
- Skill in the safe use and maintenance of carpentry tools and equipment.
- Certificate of Qualification in General Carpentry and in good standing with Ontario College of Trades.
- Several years of experience in a construction/industrial setting.
- Proven millwork and door/hardware experience.
- Familiarity with fire stopping products and methods.
- Knowledge of applicable municipal and provincial codes and regulations.
- Ability to work in a respectful way with others in the workplace.
- Ability to effectively carry out tasks of the trade in an effectively and timely way.
- Ability to work effectively independently and efficiently with other trades and university staff and students.
- Ability to work within the operational and safety policies and procedures of Facilities.
- Skill in the safe use and maintenance of tools and equipment of the trade.
- Ability to learn and use required software systems such as the computerized maintenance management system, email and the University’s Human Resources MyHR.
- Ability to learn and use a two-way radio system effectively.
- Ability to perform the physical demands of the job.*
- Must have a valid Ontario Class G Driver’s License.
- The successful candidates will be required to produce a satisfactory Criminal Reference Check and Vulnerable Sector Screen as a condition of employment.
Position Requirements
Openings:Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â 1
Closing Date:Â Â Â Â Â February 22, 2022
Rate of Pay:Â Â Â Â Â Â Â $36.60
People from across Canada and around the world come to learn, teach and conduct research at Queen’s University. Carpenters in Facilities support their success by ensuring that architectural systems and components serving teaching and research functions are performing as required. Trades staff like our Carpenters play an important role as ambassadors for the University. Their daily contact with students, faculty, staff and visitors helps the university to be a welcoming and friendly place.
Facilities is now hiring one full-time term Carpenter to join the Maintenance Team. In addition to competitive wages, Carpenters are eligible for a wide range of other employee programs such as health benefits, work wear, and a variety of other work/life wellness programs. Further information can be found on the human resources website: http://www.queensu.ca/humanresources/home
If you have the qualities of a successful Carpenter and want to make a difference at one of Canada’s leading post-secondary institutions, take the first step and apply now!
Job Summary
Reporting to an Area Manager the Carpenter will perform repairs and preventative maintenance to the architectural component of the University’s buildings.
Must be willing to work overtime, respond to call-ins outside normal working hours, and work shifts as required.
Candidate success is based on a good work ethic, ability to learn and practice new skills, embracing Facilities’ mission and values, and respecting diversity and promoting inclusion in the workplace.
Key Responsibilities:
- Work safely in accordance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and its applicable regulations as well as adhering to Queen’s and Facilities Safety Policies and Procedures.
- Respect diversity and promote inclusion in the workplace.
- Perform repairs and preventative maintenance to the architectural component of the University’s buildings. This includes, but is not limited to, window, door and hardware maintenance, ceiling, wall and floor tile repairs, and classroom blackboard repairs.
- Perform fire stopping for openings in fire rated assemblies.
- Perform projects and renovations: This could include, but is not limited to, erecting walls, installing drywall, installing acoustical ceiling grid and tile, cement repair and demolition.
- Construct and install various millwork projects including; cupboards, counter tops, bookshelves and display cases.
- Operate various portable electric and manual hand tools and maintain Facilities Area workshop tools in good working condit
- Work on scheduled shift and overtime when require
- Document and manage workflow through the computerized maintenance management system.
- Be accountable for timely and effective completion of assigned tasks.
- Be a positive team member who recognizes the value of diversity in the workplace.
*The University has policies in place to support its employees with disabilities, including an Accommodation in the Workplace Policy and a policy on the provision of job accommodation that takes into account an employee’s accessibility needs due to disability.
Type of Job: Full Time,
Hourly Wage/Salary: To be determined
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Closes: Feb 22, 2022
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