Apprentice Carpenter

Company Description

We are Chandos

We exist to build a better world.

Our vision is to emerge as Canada’s premier technical builder, distinguished by our relentless pursuit of innovation, collaboration, and sustainability in all that we do. Our three missions guide our daily work and help us achieve our purpose and vision. And the way we behave as we work towards these ambitious goals is to embrace and champion inclusion, collaboration, innovation, and courage.

We are 100 per cent employee-owned, and our success is driven by our employee owners. We prioritize people, purpose, and performance in all that we do.

Every employee has a financial stake in the company’s performance. When the company thrives, you benefit directly. When everyone is invested—literally—it builds a community of accountability, pride and mutual support.

We look for team members who are gritty, accountable, and driven — with a mindset rooted in initiative and purpose, you think like an entrepreneur and build strong, trusting relationships through clear communication and thoughtful dialogue, even in challenging conversations.

Job Description

We’re looking for Apprentice Carpenters who want to learn, work hard, and build real skills on a construction site. You’ll help build and repair structures, work with tools, and support the team to keep the job moving safely and on time.

(Hourly) Apprentice I $26.15-$31.38  Apprentice II $31.38-$36.61 Apprentice III $36.61-$41.84

This role follows the provincial apprenticeship program. As you grow in the trade, your tasks will grow too.

• Follow all safety rules and complete hazard checks before starting work
• Use hand tools and power tools safely
• Help lay foundations and read simple drawings
• Mix and pour concrete
• Build and take apart forms, frames, and other structures
• Set up scaffolding and help build stairs and other items
• Build and repair woodwork like floors, shelves, tables, and frames
• Help with renovations and basic building maintenance
• Keep track of daily tasks and help plan simple maintenance work
• Work with the Superintendent and support other trades when needed
• Follow all company policies and safety procedures

Qualifications

• You are registered as a Carpenter Apprentice
• You have 2+ years of carpentry experience
• You are currently working in the trade
• You are motivated, hardworking, and able to work longer hours or Saturdays when needed
• You know basic carpentry and building maintenance
• You can use hand and power tools safely
• You understand workplace safety and safe lifting/handling
• You can do basic math for material and labour estimates
• You have CSTS training (or are willing to complete it — we can help)

Additional Information

Chandos is an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture and this includes our recruitment and hiring process. 

We recognize that our differences are our greatest strengths. We uncover talent. We nurture talent. And then we give people the tools they need to use their talent to create a positive impact.

• We are 100% employee owned. Every person who works for Chandos can become an owner. There is only one class of units at Chandos, because we believe everyone should be treated equal. We talk about being an entrepreneurial-minded organization and you can be sure we mean it!
• Competitive wages
• Well rounded employer paid benefits program including health, dental, vision care and employee assistance program
• RRSP matching program to aid and prepare employees for long-term financial security
• Educational assistance for employees who wish to pursue job-performance enhancing education
• Recognition and annual salary reviews program
• Leadership conferences that allow employees to connect and collaborate
• Regular company-wide engagement opportunities

Vacancy Status

We are actively recruiting for this position.

AI Disclosure

Chandos is committed to transparent recruitment. Our internal team does not use artificial intelligence (AI) to screen, assess, or select applicants (though we do use AI tools for administrative interview transcription). However, some of our external staffing partners may utilize AI to screen, assess, or select candidates during their initial workflows. All final hiring decisions at Chandos are made personally by our hiring team.

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