Carpenter
Job Description
DiscoverThe Opportunity
Fredericton, NB
Skilled Trades and Labour
Experienced
Full-time
$30.24 / hour
Competition Number: #
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Pension plan
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Tuition Aid
Closing Date: March 11, 2026 at 4:00 PM
Capital Planning & Operations
Capital Planning & Operations is a team of approximately 165 employees that take tremendous pride in the campus and deliver exceptional service that supports the University of New Brunswick's mission, vision, and values. You will be a part of a motivated team of professionals who are always striving to make our campus a safe, sustainable, accessible, and welcoming environment for students, faculty, staff, and community.
What We Offer
Full-time | Continuing | Fredericton | On-Campus | 2 positions
Standard Work Hours: Mon - Fri | 7:30 am - 4:00 pm | 40 hours per week
Additional Working Conditions
The nature of the work will vary depending on the task and may be in or out of doors under varying conditions.
The work may involve work at heights or in tunnels.
Salary Range: $30.24 per hour
YOUR FOCUS
Reporting to the Carpenter Shop Foreperson, the Carpenter provides skilled maintenance and construction work in the carpentry trade at the Journeyperson Level.
Work as a carpenter alone or as a member of a crew employed in maintenance or construction.
Prepare job estimates as to the quantity of labour and materials required to complete the job.
Allocate and supervise the work of Trades Helpers and/or Labourers.
Perform elementary duties of another trade to expedite the completion of the assigned task.
Apply appropriate safety precautions. Ensure minimum hazard to self and others.
Ensure the care and preservation of assigned tools and equipment.
Perform other related duties as required.
What You Bring
Formal basic education as required by the N.B. Department of Labour to meet Journeyperson standards for the Carpentry Trade.
Must possess a valid current license to practice the Carpentry Trade.
3+ years of diversified experience at the Journeyperson level in the Carpentry Trade with a concentration on maintenance.
Must be thoroughly familiar with the National Building Code and the New Brunswick Health and Safety Act.
Additional Strengths
Ability to read and interpret drawings and to work from sketches and diagrams.
Ability to work with other tradespeople and versatility in handling and use of tools of the trade.
How to Apply
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