We are seeking a skilled Carpenter to join our growing team based out of Nelson, BC. The ideal candidate will be a Red Seal Carpenter with a keen eye for detail and a commitment to delivering superior work.
About Us
About Us North Mountain Construction (NMC) is a respected and rapidly growing General Contractor based in the vibrant mountain town of Nelson, British Columbia. For over 17 years, we’ve delivered highquality, full-service General Contracting, Construction Management, and Design-Build solutions across residential, commercial, and institutional sectors.
We're known for our diverse portfolio of projects, encompassing commercial, multi-family, and institutional developments, including large-scale ski lodge facilities and essential affordable housing. Beyond the structures we build, we're dedicated to strengthening communities and cultivating lasting relationships.
At North Mountain Construction, our core values of integrity, teamwork, and community impact are as fundamental to our success as our commitment to exceptional craftsmanship. We cultivate a dynamic culture that champions work-life balance, continuous professional development, and meaningful collaboration.
Why Join North Mountain Construction?
- Competitive salary
- Extended health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits
- Bonus program
- Paid time off including holiday office closure
- Opportunity to lead meaningful, purpose-driven projects
- Supportive and inclusive team environment
- Company events, team-building, and strong community connections
What You’ll Be Doing
- Work under supervision of a Supervisor while mentoring Carpenter's Helpers
- Read blueprints, drawings and sketches to prepare project layout and determine dimensions and materials required
- Take measurements and calculate the size and amount of material needed
- Cut, shape and smooth lumber and other material according to measurements
- Rough carpentry including framing walls, bulkheads, blocking, stringer layout, involving wood and metal construction
- Finish carpentry including wood base, jambs, casing, hinge pockets, wood door installations, window installations, side-lites
- Construct frames/structures for casting of concrete during building construction
- Lay out floorings, roofing or drywall ensuring they are leveled and compatible
- Remove damaged or defective parts or sections of structures and repair or replace
- Carve and assemble furniture, cabinets, shelves and other items and install them where designated
- Finish surfaces of woodwork or wallboard in houses and buildings
- Erect scaffolding and ladders for assembling structures above ground level
- Operate power tools such as circular saws, nail guns, and sanders
- Implement health and safety standards when carrying out job operations to ensure public and environmental safety
- Other such duties as required.
What You Bring to the Role
- Red Seal Carpenter ticket or equivalent experience in the field
- Strong understanding of concrete and framing processes.
- Comprehensive knowledge of commercial/residential construction industry and practices
- Ability to read, understand and interpret technical drawings and specifications
- Familiarity with current relevant technology
- Ability to see projects through full construction spectrum
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
- Knowledge of commercial/residential construction industry and practices
- You are physically fit and able to lift up to 50lbs.
- You bring knowledge of the tools, equipment, materials, methods, standards and techniques used in skilled carpentry work
- Experience with power, hand tools, and related equipment
- Ability to meet schedules and timelines, understand and follow direction
- Willingness to be flexible and adaptable to changing priorities
- Ability to work effectively both independently and in a team-based environment.
Additional notes: Should have their own hand tools/belt.
We would like to express our sincere appreciation to all applicants for their interest in this position, however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $32.00-$38.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Company events
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision care
Application question(s):
- Do you have your own hand tools/belt?
Education:
- AEC / DEP or Skilled Trade Certificate (preferred)
Experience:
- Residential or commercial Carpentry: 3 years (required)
Licence/Certification:
- Driver's Licence (preferred)
Location:
Work Location: In person
