Carpenter

Our purpose at Newton Group is to excel in delivering; economical, high quality, low carbon, low energy and low maintenance building systems and structures in the ICI building industry. We strive to make and improve better products and develop our people to work together with various skills. We believe that a truly inspiring and diverse place to work is a must. We want you to join our team of passionate self-starters who believe the world is full of untapped opportunities.  We are seeking twelve (12) qualified Carpenters to join our operations in Guelph, Ontario.

Job Responsibilities and Duties include:

The position will include working with materials such as wood, concrete and steel with duties that include

• Building concrete forms for walls, stairs, and foundations for various construction projects
• Estimating height, width, length, and other proportions
• Selecting appropriate materials for the required job
• Working with blueprints or instructions from supervisors to prepare and join materials
• Utilizing chisels, planes, saws, drills, and sanders to repair and erect structures
• Joining materials with nails, screws, staples, or adhesives
• Checking work along the way to ensure it's up to code and specifications
• Using levels, rules, plumb bobs, framing squares, and surveying equipment to perform layout and ensure everything is level and secure

Job Skills Required:

• Certificate in a field related to construction and/or carpentry or equivalent working experience
• Three (3) years of experience
• Ability to read drawings (specifically concrete/precast erection drawings)
• Ability to cut, bend and fix rebar and molds
• Ability to build concrete forms for various construction projects
• Able to read part lists and identify parts to use in assembly
• Able to use various power and hand tools
• Ability to firmly adhere to all health and safety codes and regulations
• Able to perform tasks independently under general direction
• Able to work at heights
• Able to work overtime and occasional Saturday
• Able to provide their own transportation

Hours:  44 hours per week + overtime

Wage: $36.00 per hour

Overtime:  Paid at time and one half after 88 hours biweekly

Benefits: Life Insurance, Health Care Spending Account, Company Pension Plan

Job location: 41 Massey Rd., Guelph, Ontario Canada and various client sites throughout Guelph region

Language of Work: English

Candidates may apply online at www.kiwinewton.com/careers

 Newton Group encourages people to enjoy work and working with others, to be creative and effective in teams, to be reliable for other team members and to develop efficient work habits to serve customers well and deliver best value excellent buildings and structures.

Newton Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes all applicants who consider themselves qualified.

Qualified candidates should email their resume or fax to: 519-822-6159.

Please note that only candidates being invited to interview will be contacted, no agencies and no telephone calls please.