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Company: City of Edmonton
Location: Edmonton, AB, Canada
Career Level: Entry Level
Industries: Government, Nonprofit, Education

Description

We strive to help our people achieve their professional and personal goals through an inclusive environment that values everyone's contributions, appreciates diversity of thought, fosters growth and provides continuous opportunities for development.

As a Carpenter with Facility Maintenance Services, you will engage in the maintenance, repair, alteration and installation of all types of structures. Assignments are usually in the form of work orders and oral instructions and may be accompanied by sketches or blueprints. There is latitude for determining specific work methods and the work is performed independently while working closely with other Carpenters, Forepersons and assigned helpers or apprentices.

What will you do?

  • Cut, shape and finish materials with hand and power tools such as saws, joiners, planers, routers, sanders and drill presses.
  • Cut, fit and install glass or plastic in door and window frames and other structures.
  • Repair, replace and perform preventative maintenance to structural and architectural building components.
  • Assemble acoustic and thermal insulating materials as well as drywall, plaster, stucco and related materials to walls and ceilings.
  • Build and erect forms and pouring chutes for concrete; repair roofing surfaces with asphalt, tar, aluminium and wood.
  • Maintain and repair doors, windows and associated hardware.
  • Move and install walls, replace ceilings and floors and repair roofs.
  • Build and repair cupboards, cabinets, and a variety of custom millwork.
  • Install and repair tile, linoleum, baseboards and other flooring materials.
  • Perform miscellaneous service work and renovations.
  • Utilize technology to obtain work order information and record work data into the work order management system.
  • Adhere to occupational health, safety and environmental standards and procedures.
  • Perform other related duties as required.
Qualifications

  • Certified Journeyman Carpentry (recognized by Government of Alberta Advanced Education and Technology)
  • Active employment as a Journeyman Carpenter for the past 5 years and experience working in a maintenance environment are required

Assets:

  • Training and experience in the locksmith trade
  • Experience in cabinet making and interior partition systems

Skills required for success:

  • Considerable knowledge of building construction materials, and the methods used to build, modify, maintain, and repair structures
  • Knowledge of regulatory codes in the carpentry trade
  • Knowledge and ability to read/interpret blueprints, layouts, and quantity take-offs for ordering materials
  • Commitment to continual learning, teamwork, and providing excellent customer service
  • Strong problem-solving and interpersonal skills
  • Able to understand, communicate, read and write English at a level needed to meet job-related tasks and safety requirements
  • Familiarity with the work of related trades
  • Visual acuity, both near and far, depth perception, and manual dexterity to accurately use hand and power tools
  • Sufficient strength to perform medium work requiring the frequent lifting of materials weighing up to 100 pounds
  • Alignment to our Cultural Commitments, Leadership Competencies, and the City Plan (https://bit.ly/4brRrXm)
  • Embracing a culture of equity, diversity, reconciliation and inclusion

Conditions of Employment:

  • Successful candidates will be fit for a respirator; compliance with the City's Code of Practice for Respiratory Protective Equipment is required
  • Compliance with safety standards for Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including steel-toed boots
  • Hire is dependent on a Police Information Check satisfactory to the City of Edmonton
  • Valid Alberta Class 5 driver's licence (or provincial equivalent). Obtaining and maintaining a City Driver's permit is a requirement
  • Ability to perform physical demands and pass a job-related physical abilities evaluation

Work Environment:

  • Physically demanding role involving exposure to extreme temperatures, heights, confined spaces, and mechanical/electrical hazards
  • Must be able to work safely and independently, following all safety protocols and procedures

The City of Edmonton values applicants with a diverse range of skills, experiences and competencies, and encourages you to apply. We strive to provide reasonable access and accommodations throughout the recruitment process. To request an accommodation, please contact employment@edmonton.ca. Learn more about our benefits https://bit.ly/COEbenefits

Up to 2 temporary full-time positions for up to 11 months

Hours of Work: 40 hours per week, Monday - Friday, 7:30 am - 4:00 pm

Salary Range: $44.997 (Hourly); $93,953.740 (Annually)

Recruitment Consultant: NC/SO

Edmonton rests in the heart of Treaty Six territory in Alberta and the homelands of the Metis Nation.

Classification Title: Carpenter I
Posting Date: Apr 23, 2026
Closing Date: May 07, 2026 11:59:00 PM (MDT)
Number of Openings (up to): 2 - Temporary Full-time
Union: CUPE Local 30
Department: City Operations
Work Location(s): Various Locations Edmonton (City Wide)


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