Carpenter/Glazier

Medicine Hat Public School Division

Carpenter/Glazier

Medicine Hat Public School Division offers a full spectrum of education services for its 7,000 students and 1,000 staff in the community of Medicine Hat, Alberta. Reporting to the Director of Facilities, the primary purpose of this role is to provide carpentry and/or glazier services intended to maintain facilities and conduct repairs, when necessary, in a safe and cost-effective manner.

Duties And Responsibilities

1. Construct and repair building frameworks and structures (e.g. foundations, floors, walls, roofs, sidewalks, etc.)
2. Construct, repair, and replace building envelope, drywall, finishes, furniture, equipment, and hardware (e.g. doors, windows, overhead doors, operators, shutters, door hardware, furniture, suspended ceilings, dry walling, mudding and taping, etc.).
3. Design project layouts including material selection, sequence planning, measuring, and marking materials, etc.
4. Complete mechanical repairs such as door and gate operators, door hardware, basketball hoops, gym nets, etc.
5. Execute locksmith projects
6. Calculate project estimates and complete work orders
7. Assess workplace and school hazards to improve safety throughout Division buildings
8. Perform casual labour (e.g. lifting, project clean up, etc.)
9. Purchase materials and products when required and within designated budget

Qualifications

Preference will be given to applicants with the following qualifications:

1. Alberta-certified Carpenter Journeyperson, Glazier Journeyperson, or hold a valid recognized credential and/or an equivalent combination of experience, training, skills, and knowledge may be considered
2. Possess knowledge of building codes, safety standards, and regulations
3. Ability to perform building maintenance
4. Ability to install, repair, or replace doors, windows, hardware, and operators
5. Ability to perform minor welding projects and repairs
6. Mechanical ability, strength, and manual dexterity
7. Valid Class 5 Alberta driver's license with an acceptable driving record

Qualified candidates are invited to review the position prior to applying. All employees of Medicine Hat Public School Division require a recent criminal record check including a vulnerable sector check.

Please submit your application online through Apply to Education only no later than noon, March 7, 2025. We thank all applicants for their interest in Medicine Hat Public School Division; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.