Carpenter

Houston Landscapes Ltd. is seeking Carpenter (NOC 7271) for its location in North Vancouver, BC. Its a full-time (40 hours per week), permanent position, $28.85/hour, paid on a bi-weekly basis. Overtime compensation is based on the current BC Employment Standards Act (1.5 times the regular wage paid if the daily hours exceed 8 hours or the weekly hours exceed 40 hours).

We offer an employee benefit plan that includes health benefits available after 6 months with the company. Two weeks of paid vacation each year.

We currently have two positions available.

Location of employment: Vancouver Mainland

Job duties:

Study specifications in blueprints, sketches, or building plan to prepare landscape project layout and determine dimensions and materials required;
Construct decks, garden walls, walkways, stairs, fountains and waterfalls, retaining walls and BBQ stations;
Inspect and replace damaged framework or other structures and fixtures;
Assemble and fasten materials to make framework or props, using hand tools and wood screws, nails, dowel pins, or glue;
Assemble and join materials made of wood, wood substitutes, lightweight steel and other materials;
Measure, cut, or shape wood and other materials;
Measure and mark cutting lines on materials using ruler, pencil, chalk, and marking gauge;
Install, repair, and/or renovate structures and fixtures using carpenter's hand and power tools;
Follow established safety rules and regulations and maintain a safe and clean environment;
Instruct and direct labourers and any construction helpers;
Complete daily paperwork tracking job time and material costs;
Responsible for hardscape and softscape landscape construction.

Requirements:

Must have completed high school;
Must have a valid drivers license and clean driving history;
Must have at least three years of work experience as a Carpenter or combination of experience and education;
Manual dexterity is a must;
The position is physically demanding;
Must be able to work under minimum supervision;
Must have an attention to details;
Must be able to work under pressure of tight deadlines; at heights, in confined, noisy, and/or dusty spaces;
Must be able to handle heavy loads
Must have excellent problem solving, decision making, job task planning and organizing skills;
Must be willing to work in all weather conditions.
Must be able to speak, read and write in English.

To apply, please email your resume to with reference number 7271 or mail your application to our business address at 260 Riverside Drive, North Vancouver, BC V7H 2M2.