Foreman Carpenter

Foreman Carpenter

At Golderado, the work we do is built by the people on our sites every day. We're looking for skilled, hardworking tradespeople who take pride in their craft, look out for their crew, and want to go home safe at the end of every shift. We're committed to providing a safe, respectful, and productive work environment where skilled tradespeople can do their best work every day. Our teams take pride in quality craftsmanship, collaboration, and getting the job done right. We invest in training, development, and the right tools to help our people grow their skills and advance their careers, while supporting work-life balance along the way.

At Golderado, your hard work is valued, your safety comes first, and challenging work leads to real opportunities and long-term rewards.

A Foreman Carpenter leads on-site carpentry crews, coordinates daily construction tasks, and performs hands-on carpentry while managing project safety, quality, and schedules.

Key Information:

• Hours: Project dependent; minimum 40 hours per week, with overtime necessary during the busy season (April-October)
• Hourly rate is dependent on experience.
• Health benefits, pension plan, RRSP matching, vacation pay offered.

Job Description:

• Direct, mentor, and supervise apprentice and journeyman carpenters, as well as general laborers
• Perform skilled rough and finish carpentry, wood framing, exterior/interior finishing, and concrete formwork alongside the crew.
• Read and interpret technical drawings, blueprints, and project specifications according to regional standards.
• Ensure strict adherence to the Alberta Building Code and conduct regular hazard assessments and safety meetings.
• Track project schedules, review subcontractor work, and communicate project updates with Site Superintendents.
• Able to lift up to 50lbs.
• Comfortable working at heights.
• Ability to work in adverse weather conditions.
• Manual dexterity and ability to use carpentry tools safely.

Experience and Certification Requirements:

• Valid Journeyman Carpenter Certificate (Red Seal preferred) or equivalent extensive supervisory carpentry experience.
• 2 to 5 years of proven experience in commercial, industrial, or residential construction, including previous leadership or lead-hand roles.
• CSTS 2020, and WHMIS 2015 are required.
• Fall Protection & Rescue, Aerial Platform, Confined Spaces, Rigging/Hoisting and Hand.
• Signals, and First Aid/CPR certification would be an asset.
• A valid Class 5 driver's license, and a clean driver's abstract valid within 30 days of employment is required.
• Proficient English Language skills required.
• A reliable means of transportation is required.

Education: Journeyman Carpenter Certificate(Red Seal preferred) or equivalent is required.

Go ahead and be yourself. We'll pay you for it!

We are an equal opportunity employer. While only qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview, be sure to continually check our website for other related positions as they are posted.

• A successful pre-access drug and Alcohol test may be required depending on the project.