Houston Landscapes Ltd. is seeking Carpenter for its location in North Vancouver, BC. It’s a full-time (40 hours per week), permanent position$35.00-$37/hour (depending on experience) paid on a bi-weekly basis. Overtime compensation is based on the current BC Employment Standards Act (1.5 times the regular wage paid if the daily hours exceed 8 hours or the weekly hours exceed 40 hours). We currently have two positions available.

Location of employment: Vancouver Mainland Job duties:

- Study specifications in blueprints, sketches, or building plan to prepare landscape project layout and determine dimensions and materials required; - Construct decks, garden walls, walkways, stairs, fountains and waterfalls, retaining walls and BBQ stations; - Inspect and replace damaged framework or other structures and fixtures; - Assemble and fasten material using hand tools and wood screws, nails, dowel pins, or glue; - Assemble and join materials made of wood, wood substitutes, lightweight steel and other materials; - Measure, cut, or shape wood and other materials; - Measure and mark cutting lines on materials using ruler, pencil, chalk, and marking gauge; - Install, repair,



and/or renovate structures and fixtures using carpenter's hand and power tools; - Follow established safety rules and regulations and maintain a secure and clean environment; - Instruct and direct labourers and any construction helpers; - Complete daily paperwork tracking job time and material costs; - Responsible for hardscape and softscape landscape construction.

Requirements

- Must have completed high school; - Must have a valid driver’s license and clean driving history; - Must have at least two years of work experience as a Carpenter or a combination of experience and education/training; - Manual dexterity is a must; - The position is physically demanding; - Must be able to work under minimum supervision; - Must have an attention to details; - Must be able to work under pressure of tight deadlines; at heights, in confined, noisy, and/or dusty spaces; - Must be able to handle heavy loads - Must have excellent problem solving, decision making, job task planning and organizing skills; - Must be willing to work in all weather conditions.
- Must be able to speak, read and write in English.
- We offer an employee benefit plan that includes health benefits available after 6 months with the company.
- Two weeks of paid vacation each year.

📌 Carpenter (North Vancouver)
🏢 Houston Landscapes
📍 North Vancouver