Carpenter

Are you passionate about construction and building projects? Do your talents and expertise cover a multitude of skills required to perform any related carpentry task? If you want to join a community of professionals working to make a difference in the lives of so many young people, then we may just have the chance for you!

Under the direction of the Manager of Facilities Services, our Carpenters work collaboratively with our Facilities Services and Maintenance departments to construct, erect, install, renovate and repair structures and fixtures of wood, wallboard or related materials and perform a variety of general maintenance functions.

health, drug, vision, dental, and health care spending account

Enrollment in an exceptional Pension Plan

Minimum of 10 vacation day per year; plus two weeks paid at Christmas

Employee and Family Assistance Program; Perform carpentry and related duties by:

Reading blueprints and/or drawings or following verbal instructions to determine amount and type(s) of materials required, dimensional qualifications and required installation procedures according to present code requirements

Cutting and shaping materials using hand/power tools - assembling cut and shaped parts using various fasteners/adhesives

painting, staining, etc.) furniture and other structures using sanders, fillers, brushes, rollers, etc...

Building and installing handrails, ramps, skirting, platforms, cabinets, counters, shelves and built-in units, etc. using wood working machines and hand and power tools

Applying drywall, plaster and insulating materials to walls and ceilings

Fitting and installing pre-fabricated door frames, windows, window frames, trim and assorted hardware

Flooring installation and repairs





Mixing and pouring concrete to construct or repair floors, sidewalks, steps brick and foundations

Repairing and/or replacing materials including; Performing general maintenance such as caulking and/or weather-stripping doors and windows; removal of plant material; moving heavy equipment within and between schools

Ability to study and comprehend new materials/construction techniques

Grade 12 high school diploma

Valid Carpenter C of Q (Certificate of Qualification) 403A

An understanding of the building codes and regulations

Demonstrated commitment to safety, quality and best practices

Ability to organize daily tasks and work with minimum supervision

Directly related experience in facility maintenance and/or construction

Excellent oral and written communication skills and basic computer software knowledge is essential

This is a full time and unionized position.

Monday-Friday; RATE OF PAY: $29.07-$33.55 per hour

For more information, please refer to 201.18 Police Record Check & Offence Declaration AOP on the Board's website.

Niagara Catholic is committed to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of our students, families, and communities we serve. Guided by our Equity and Inclusive Education Policy, and in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code, we actively work to identify and remove barriers, address bias, and foster fair, respectful, inclusive, and welcoming employment practices.

Niagara Catholic is committed to providing accommodations throughout the recruitment and selection process, and through all stages of employment in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code. Niagara Catholic does not use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to screen, assess, or select applicants

📌 Construction Carpenter (Full-time) (Thorold)
🏢 Niagara Catholic District School Board
📍 Thorold