Pay: CA$32.12 - CA$38.00 per hour

Job description

We are seeking experienced high-rise formwork carpenters with proven proficiency in flying table systems, vertical formwork installation, and core construction. The ideal candidates are comfortable working at heights with fall protection , and skilled in handling complex structural elements such as precast stairs, elevator shafts, and core walls . Robust knowledge of safety practices, precision layout, and coordination with crane operations is essential to ensure efficiency and quality on large-scale high-rise projects.

Responsibilities

- Reading and Interpreting Blueprints
Reviewing structural drawings, architectural plans, and specifications to understand dimensions, layouts, and formwork requirements.
- Measuring and Laying Out Work
Accurately marking reference lines, elevations, and grid points on decks or slabs to ensure proper alignment of formwork systems.
- Building and Assembling Formwork
Constructing wall, column, slab, and core forms using wood, plywood, steel, aluminum, or modular formwork systems.
- Installing Formwork Systems
Positioning, plumbing, and securing formwork panels, gang forms, or tables to exact dimensions for vertical and horizontal elements.
- Ensuring Formwork Safety and Stability
Bracing, shoring, and securing formwork structures to prevent collapse or shifting under concrete loads.
- Stripping and Dismantling Forms
Removing formwork after concrete has gained sufficient strength, ensuring the concrete finish is not damaged in the process.
- Repairing and Maintaining Formwork
Cleaning,



patching, and repairing reusable formwork materials (panels, ties, clamps) for future use.
- Collaborating with Other Trades
Coordinating with crane operators, riggers, rebar installers, concrete finishers, and site supervisors to keep work efficient and on schedule.
- Own Tools/ Equipment
Specifically, Saw, level, passload nail gun, hand tools.
- Own transportation
Own vehicle, Willing to travel, Valid driver's licence.

Qualifications

- 5 + Years of formwork experience.
- High-Rise Formwork Experience – Demonstrated proficiency with flying table systems, vertical formwork, and core construction on multi-story projects.
- Work at Heights Certification – Ability to safely perform duties at elevated levels, with current fall protection training.
- Technical Skills – Strong ability to read blueprints, perform precise layout, and install formwork for complex elements such as precast stairs, elevator shafts, and shear walls.
- Safety and Compliance Knowledge – In-depth understanding of occupational health and safety standards, rigging practices, and crane coordination.
- Teamwork and Reliability – Proven track record of working effectively within large crews, maintaining productivity, and meeting high-rise construction schedules.
- Education - Secondary (high) school graduation certificate. Journeyman carpenter or equivalent.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits

- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- RRSP match
- Vision care

Work Location: In person

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📌 Formwork Carpenter (Edmonton)
🏢 Giusti Group
📍 Edmonton