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Carpenter
full-time•Bedford
About this role
About Strescon
Established in 1963, Strescon Limited has grown to become the largest precast pre-stressed concrete manufacturer in Eastern Canada. The primary market covers the Atlantic Provinces, the New England region of the United States, and Bermuda. Strescon manufactures a wide range of both architectural and structural precast/prestressed concrete products, including, bridge girders, wall panels, complete parking garages, hollow-core planking, piling and deck slabs. Strescon presently has two facilities: 70,000 sq. ft. in Saint John, New Brunswick and 50,000 sq. ft. In Bedford, Nova Scotia.
Strescon is currently seeking a Carpenter to work alongside our carpentry team in the Precast plant.
Responsibilities
- Construction of form work
- Measure, cut, shape, assemble, and join wooden materials
- Work with resin, fiberglass, and body fill
- Sanding
- Other responsibilities as required
Requirements
- Own transportation, public transportation does not match up with our shift start times
- Previous experience working in a carpentry role
- Education in a recognized Carpentry program is preferred
- Ability to speak and comprehend basic English
- Knowledge of basic tools and their uses
- An aptitude for reading blueprints
- Ability to understand and apply basic mathematical skills (addition, subtraction, division, & multiplication)
- Knowledge of basic measurements and how to read a measuring tape
- Willing to follow company safety protocols
- Excellent attendance and a positive attitude
- Must be a team player, self-motivated, and able to work efficiently and safely in a fast-paced environment
As a member of the OSCO Construction Group, Strescon Limited offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package including health and dental coverage, life insurance and RRSP options. Additionally, we offer health and wellness programming, years of service rewards and employee sport team sponsorships. Starting hourly wage for this position is $24.70 and increases based on your experience.
What you'll do
- The Carpenter will be responsible for the construction of form work and will measure, cut, shape, assemble, and join wooden materials. Additional tasks include working with resin, fiberglass, body fill, and sanding.
About Ocean Capital
Atlantic Immigration Program - Designated Employer
Newcomer Employment Champion - 2024 Employer of Choice Award Recipient
The origins of the OSCO Construction Group go back to 1955 when Ocean Steel & Construction Ltd. was founded in Saint John, New Brunswick. Since that time, the OSCO Construction Group has grown to encompass four main operating sectors: Steel, Concrete, Construction and Corporate. Within these sectors lie an ever-expanding number of companies and divisions, serving a growing market area and employing over one thousand employees.
The OSCO Construction Group prides itself not just in embracing change, but in leading it. We drive this change by maintaining our vision to be fast, be global and be connected. All of our sectors are committed to: conducting business with integrity and fairness; continuous education & training of our employees; improving our processes; focusing on our customers’ needs; and, providing top quality products & services.
STEEL:
• Ocean Steel & Construction
• Ocean Steel Corporation
REBAR:
• Ocean Steel Rebar Limited
• AllStar Rebar Nova Scotia
PRECAST CONCRETE:
• Strescon Limited
• PreCon Precast Limited
CONSTRUCTION:
• FCC Construction
• Marque Construction
• Kennebec Construction
READY-MIX CONCRETE:
• OSCO Concrete
AGGREGATES:
• OSCO Aggregates
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What does a Carpenter do at Ocean Capital?
As a Carpenter at Ocean Capital, you will: the Carpenter will be responsible for the construction of form work and will measure, cut, shape, assemble, and join wooden materials. Additional tasks include working with resin, fiberglass, body fill, and sanding..
Is the Carpenter position at Ocean Capital remote?
The Carpenter position at Ocean Capital is based in Bedford, Nova Scotia, Canada. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.
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