About of Knox Presbyterian Church

Knox Church is a large, urban, evangelical and reformed congregation with an emphasis on expository preaching, local and global missions, and intercessory prayer. Located next to the University of Toronto's downtown campus, Knox Church is increasingly multi-cultural and multi-ethnic in its makeup. The congregation comprises many who live throughout the Greater Toronto Area, as well as those in the neighbourhood and many who are connected to the University of Toronto.

Knox Church is a congregation of the Presbyterian Church in Canada.

Knox Church facilities include a 115-year-old Church building, a 100-year-old multi-unit residential building, and a 1960s-era facility attached to the main Church building that includes a gym, bowling alley and additional program space.

The Knox

Church site is approximately one acre in size. In total the Knox Church site includes almost 70,000 square feet of building infrastructure. Buildings of this age and variety require constant hands-on attention, and this role exists to help us keep them protected, functional and welcoming.

About the Role The On Call Carpenter works onsite at Knox under the direction and supervision of the Facility Manager, performing minor renovations, non-structural carpentry projects, and repairs and maintenance requiring carpentry skills across our property, facilities and grounds. Typical projects include renovating program and office spaces, drywall installation and finishing, flooring replacement and subfloor build-outs.

Responsibilities will vary depending on the nature of the project. They may include, but are not limited to, the below description.

Responsibilities

Carpentry and Renovation

- Executes space renovation projects as directed by the Facility Manager, including demolition, drywall installation, taping, mudding and finishing, etc.
- Replaces flooring,



including removal of existing materials, subfloor repair and build-out, levelling and installation of hardwood and vinyl flooring
- Performs finish work, including painting, caulking, trim carpentry and cabinetry installation and repair
- Performs exterior work as required, including exterior trim, siding and aluminum flashing
- Reads and works from basic blueprints, drawings and sketches
- Performs general repairs requiring carpentry skills, including door hardware and drywall patching
- Escalates work requiring a licensed trade or structural expertise to the Facility Manager per Knox protocols
- Documents completed work and flags emerging issues through Knox's work request process

General
- Assists with infrastructure projects as requested by the Facility Manager
- Submits hourly timesheets, bi-weekly

We encourage all employees to be actively involved in the life of the church.

Characteristics

- You are trustworthy, confident, friendly and self-directed
- You have significant carpentry experience, and a portfolio of your completed projects that you can share
- You have a flexible schedule, and can be available on-call for projects and work at Knox Church
- You are able to work independently and take initiative
- You are a natural problem solver and thrive on troubleshooting and getting the job done
- You take pride in doing work properly the first time and knowing when a job needs a licensed professional
- You aspire for excellence in your work
- You are reliable




- You have a calm demeanour and a proven track record of interacting well with others

Qualifications
- Minimum 4 years of carpentry experience; trade certification, apprenticeship standing or equivalent practical experience is an asset
- Demonstrated experience with drywall installation and finishing, steel and wood framing, subfloor construction, and hardwood and vinyl flooring installation
- Demonstrated experience with trim carpentry and cabinetry
- Ability to read blueprints and construction drawings
- Demonstrated competence with hand and power tools and the ability to work safely with them
- Minimum high school diploma; those with college or university credentials are also encouraged to apply
- Prior Occupational Health and Safety, WHMIS, Working at Heights, Fire Safety, First Aid and AODA training would each be considered assets
- Physical strength; able to lift up to 50 lbs, work from ladders and perform physically demanding tasks
- Fluency with the English language, including the ability to speak, read and comprehend
- Excellent communication skills; comfortable with email, phone and text; cell phone user
- A valid driver's license would be an asset
- Must be legally eligible to work in Canada
- Must be willing to complete a police background check and comply with the policies of Knox Church

Knox Church is committed to developing inclusive, barrier-free selection processes and work environments. If you are contacted in relation to an employment opportunity, please advise our HR representative of any accommodation measures, if required, which would enable you to be interviewed in a fair and equitable manner. Information received relating to accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.

To Apply

Please send your resume and cover letter.

📌 On-Call Carpenter (Toronto)
🏢 Knox Presbyterian Church
📍 Toronto