Carpenter Apprentices
At Golderado, the work we do is built by the people on our sites every day. We're looking for skilled, hardworking tradespeople who take pride in their craft, look out for their crew, and want to go home safe at the end of every shift. We're committed to providing a safe, respectful, and productive work environment where skilled tradespeople can do their best work every day. Our teams take pride in quality craftsmanship, collaboration, and getting the job done right. We invest in training, development, and the right tools to help our people grow their skills and advance their careers, while supporting work-life balance along the way.
At Golderado, your hard work is valued, your safety comes first, and challenging work leads to real opportunities and long-term rewards.
Key Information:
- Hours: Project dependent; minimum 40 hours per week, with overtime necessary during the busy season (April-October)
- Hourly rate is dependent on experience.
- Health benefits, pension plan, RRSP matching, vacation pay offered.
Job Description:
- The ability to read and understand technical guides, drawings and specifications is required.
- Manual dexterity and ability to use carpentry tools safely.
- Able to lift up to 50lbs.
- Comfortable working at heights.
- Ability to work in adverse weather conditions.
- Manual dexterity and ability to use carpentry tools safely.
1st & 2nd Year Apprentice (Entry Level)
- Material handling, site preparation, basic layouts, and assisting Journeypersons.
- Measure, cut, and shape wood, wood substitutes, and lightweight steel using basic hand and power tools.
- Erect ladders, scaffolding, and temporary structural components.
- Accurately read a tape measure to 1/16th of an inch or metric equivalents.
- Maintain clean, hazard-free worksites and comply with Alberta OHS regulations
3rd & 4th Year Apprentice (Intermediate Level)
- Intermediate layouts, complex framing, blueprint interpretation, and autonomous task execution.
- Interpret construction blueprints, structural drawings, and building codes independently.
- Perform structural calculations, establish elevations, and lay out building lines.
- Execute full rough-ins, standard framing (wood/steel), and complex formwork installations.
- Direct and mentor 1st and 2nd-year apprentices under the guidance of a Journeyperson
Experience and Certification Requirements:
- Carpentry Apprenticeship or equivalent is required.
- CSTS 2020, and WHMIS 2015 are required.
- Fall Protection & Rescue, Aerial Platform, Confined Spaces, Rigging/Hoisting and Hand. Signals, and First Aid/CPR certification would be an asset.
- Proficient English Language skills required.
- A reliable means of transportation is required.
Education: Carpentry Apprenticeship or equivalent is required.
Golderado Contracting Corporation ("Golderado") supplies skilled labour for construction projects across Canada, primarily in Alberta, British Columbia, and Saskatchewan, supporting clients such as PME Inc., Silverado Site Services, and EllisDon Industrial.
Go ahead and be yourself. We'll pay you for it!
We are an equal opportunity employer. While only qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview, be sure to continually check our website for other related positions as they are posted.
- A successful pre-access drug and Alcohol test may be required depending on the project.
