Journeyperson Carpenter- Concrete/Civil
Edmonton & Surrounding Area

Build complex projects that matter.
At Whitson Construction, our journeyperson carpenters work on industrial, civil, and infrastructure projects that demand precision, experience, and strong concrete skills. If you take pride in your craft and want to work on challenging, high-impact builds, we want to hear from you.

Project Types:
Industrial plant sites & facilities
Civil and underground infrastructure
Light industrial buildings and renovations

What You'll Do:
Concrete & Formwork
Build and layout formwork for a variety of structures
Install rebar and reinforcement
Place, finish, strip, and care for concrete
Work on footings, foundations, grade beams, piles, retaining walls, and more

Carpentry & Site Work:
Read and interpret drawings and specifications
Measure, cut, assemble, and install structural components
Build temporary works (scaffold, ramps, shoring)
Coordinate with subtrades and support site operations
Mentor apprentices and labourer

What You Bring:
Journeyperson Carpenter certification
4–5+ years of relevant construction experience
Strong concrete forming and structural experience
Ability to read and interpret drawings and specifications




Valid Class 5 driver’s licence and reliable transportation
Ability to pass Drug & Alcohol testing (including THC)
Training:
• CSTS 2020, WHMIS 2015
Nice to Have: Confined Space, H2S Alive, Fall Protection, EWP, equipment experience

What We Offer:
Competitive hourly pay based on experience
Consistent full time work on diverse projects
Vacation & stat holiday pay
After 90 days:
• Comprehensive health & dental benefits
RRSP matching program
Profit sharing program
Boot allowance
Wellness allowance
Training reimbursement

Schedule & Work Workplace:
Monday–Friday (8–10 hour days)
Overtime, travel, and weekend work as required
Outdoor work in all weather conditions
Physically demanding, hands-on role

Why Work With Whitson?
Work on challenging infrastructure and industrial projects
Be part of a safety-first, professional team
Chance to mentor and lead on site
Long-term, secure work with growth potential

Thank you for your interest in joining our team. Due to high application volume, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
We will only communicate via phone or email—never text or social media.

📌 Journeyperson Carpenter – Concrete/civil Edmonton
🏢 Whitson Construction
📍 Edmonton