Dogwood Ltd. has an opening for a Senior Carpenter / Handyman at our branch in Victoria, BC.
Dogwood Ltd. provides commercial renovations, tenant improvements and facilities maintenance to renowned commercial clients / businesses who trust in the quality of our work and our customer-service.
The Senior Carpenter/Handyman performs hands-on tasks related to renovations and facilities maintenance. The person in this position has a solid background, skills and experience across multiple trades and construction techniques, a strong ability to deliver exceptional customer service and the ability to occasionally supervise subcontractors.
Why work for us:
· Communication, cooperation, diversity & inclusion
· Competitive wages
· Employer-paid premiums for extended health, dental, vision care (family-focused benefits)
· Additional benefits for life insurance, critical illness, disability insurance, out-of-country medical insurance and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
· RRSP employer matching
· Paid time off
· Company van
· Gas card
· $50/month phone bill reimbursement
· Annual safety boots expense reimbursement
· Opportunities for growth – we support apprenticeship programs
· Continued Education / Tuition reimbursement
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:
· Renovations, repairs and maintenance for commercial clients, such as grocery stores, gas stations, pharmacies, banks, restaurants, retail, office buildings, etc.
· Light framing, drywall repairs and painting
· Flooring installations
· T-bar ceiling installation, windows / doors installations
· Light millwork, carpentry repairs
· Provide onsite supervision and guidance to subcontractors, when needed
· Ensure all safety measures are met as per WCB and client specific standards
· Monitor quality and ensure standards are met
· Daily tracking of hours, material and equipment used on each project
· Coordinate and communicate effectively with office team members
QUALIFICATIONS / REQUIREMENTS:
Required Experience:
· 5+ years of experience with renovations and facilities maintenance
· Previous lead-hand experience
· Estimating / quoting experience is an asset
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
· Ability to read drawings/blueprints and schedules is required
· Great communication skills – written and verbal
· Great troubleshooting and problem-solving skills, active listener and critical thinker
· Highly safety-oriented, must comply with health & safety standards
· Ability to lead subcontractors
· Ability to remain calm under pressure, stay focused and organized
· High attention to detail
· Ability to meet tight deadlines
· Must be confident using smartphone, apps, computer, etc.
Other:
· A criminal background check will be required to work on certain jobsites.
· Valid driver's license is required.
If this opportunity appeals to you, then please send your resume to us. We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. Dogwood Ltd. offers a competitive compensation and benefits package. We cultivate teamwork and cooperation. If you would like to join our team, we would love to hear from you.
If you would like to receive more information about our company, please visit our website at www.dogwoodltd.ca.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $36.00-$38.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Vision care
Application question(s):
- Are you located in Victoria, BC?
- Are you legally authorized to work in Canada?
- Are you able to work the occasional night and weekend shift?
Experience:
- renovation/facilities maintenance: 5 years (required)
Language:
- English fluently (required)
Licence/Certification:
- driver's license (required)
Work Location: In person
