We're Hiring: Renovation Lead Hand
Join a Growing Accessibility & Renovation Company
Stay at Home Elevating & Renovations is a growing general contracting company proudly serving Victoria and surrounding Vancouver Island. We specialize in residential renovations, accessibility modifications, home elevator preparation, barrier-free construction, and custom renovation projects that help people live safely and independently in their own homes.
Our work is incredibly diverse. One week you might be completing a custom bathroom renovation, the next installing wheelchair ramps or grab bars, framing an addition, preparing a home for an elevator installation, building a deck, or completing structural renovations.
We're looking for a highly skilled carpenter and renovation professional who is confident leading work in the field, enjoys solving problems, takes pride in exceptional craftsmanship, and wants to be part of a company that values integrity, professionalism, safety, and continuous improvement.
Position Overview
This is a senior, hands-on position responsible for leading renovation projects in the field while working closely with our Project Manager.
Project planning, scheduling, purchasing, and overall coordination are managed by the Project Manager. Your role is to execute that plan efficiently while leading the crew on site, maintaining quality workmanship, and ensuring projects continue moving forward safely and professionally.
We're looking for someone who can confidently organize the work on site, mentor less experienced team members, communicate effectively with clients, solve problems as they arise, and maintain high standards with minimal supervision.
This is not just a carpentry position. We're looking for someone who is well-rounded and comfortable tackling a wide variety of renovation and accessibility projects.
Responsibilities
- Perform a wide variety of skilled renovation and construction work.
- Lead by example while working on the tools every day.
- Execute the daily scope of work provided by the Project Manager.
- Organize workflow on site and help keep projects running efficiently.
- Read and interpret drawings, specifications, and work orders.
- Ensure work meets company quality standards and applicable building codes.
- Mentor and support labourers and apprentices.
- Communicate regularly with the Project Manager regarding progress, site conditions, and potential issues.
- Identify problems early and propose practical solutions.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work site.
- Deliver professional, courteous service when interacting with homeowners.
Qualifications
We're looking for someone who has experience in many of the following:
- Residential renovations
- Carpentry
- Framing
- Finishing carpentry
- Drywall and boarding
- Flooring installation
- Door and window installation
- Siding and exterior finishing
- Decks and fencing
- Concrete and minor masonry work
- Accessibility renovations
- General home repairs and maintenance
The ideal candidate will also possess:
- Strong leadership skills and the ability to guide a small crew.
- Excellent organization and time management.
- High attention to detail and pride in craftsmanship.
- Strong problem-solving abilities.
- Professional communication with clients and coworkers.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Valid BC driver's licence.
- Physical ability to perform demanding construction work.
Why Join Stay at Home Elevating & Renovations?
We're a growing company where every employee has the opportunity to make a meaningful impact. We believe in treating both our clients and our employees with respect, investing in our people, and building a positive workplace culture.
We offer:
- Competitive wages based on experience
- Dental benefits
- Extended health benefits
- Vision care
- Paid time off
- Fuel reimbursement for travel to job sites or use of a company vehicle
- A supportive, team-oriented work environment
- Variety of interesting projects—no two days are the same
- Opportunities to grow alongside an expanding company
The Type of Work We Do
Our projects include:
- Complete home renovations
- Kitchen renovations
- Bathroom renovations
- Home additions
- Structural renovations
- Accessibility renovations
- Barrier-free showers
- Walk-in bathtubs
- Grab bars and safety modifications
- Wheelchair ramps
- Doorway widening
- Custom cabinetry and built-ins
- Painting and finishing
- Flooring installation
- Decks and fences
- Retaining walls
- General home repairs
- Yard structures and custom sheds
- Preparation for stairlifts, platform lifts, and residential elevators
- Custom fabricated metal railings
To Apply
Please submit your resume through Indeed and include a brief message telling us about your experience and why you'd like to join our team.
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Work Location: In person
Pay: $30.00-$40.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Life insurance
- Mileage reimbursement
- Vision care
Work Location: In person
