Lead Carpenter - Structural Framing

Lead Carpenter - Structural Framing

Crown Structural - Toronto & GTA | Full-time | $30-$38/hr based on experience

Crown Structural is a small GTA team that opens up homes: removing load-bearing walls and installing steel and LVL beams. We do careful, precise structural work.

This is not just a framing job. You'll be trained to take over running our job sites from the owner within a few months, and eventually to lead the crew. There's a clear path to site supervisor / foreman, with a raise as you take over.

What you'll do

• Plan job scope and the sequence of work
• Cross-check architectural and structural/engineering drawings
• Measure, lay out and mark
• Do material takeoffs, order materials and sometimes pick them up
• Work hands-on: demo, prep, temporary shoring, beam and post installs, framing
• Keep the site safe, clean and on schedule

You run the job sites, not client relations. No dealing with homeowners; possibly working with other contractors in the future.

What we're looking for

• 2+ years framing / rough carpentry experience
• Working at Heights training (required)
• 403A General Carpenter apprentice or certificate (preferred)
• Reading engineering drawings is a strong bonus, but not required. We'll teach it.
• A leader and a doer: you set the pace and pick up the tools
• Coachable, positive and eager to learn

The details

• Full-time, 8 AM-4 PM. Being honest: work isn't guaranteed every single day. Some days depend on job schedules, inspections and weather.
• Job sites across the GTA. Own transportation required.
• Own tools optional; company tools available.
• Must have your own steel-toe boots, gloves and safety glasses.
• Paid trial shift, then immediate start.

To apply: email [email protected] with "Lead Carpenter" in the subject line. Include a short note on your experience and what you're looking for, and a resume if you have one.

Pay: $30.00-$38.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Application question(s):

• Are you legally entitled to work in Canada?
• Do you have reliable transportation to job sites across the GTA?
• Do you have your own steel-toe boots, gloves and safety glasses?
• Do you have current Working at Heights training?
• How many years of framing/rough carpentry have you done, and what kind of work (new build, reno, structural)? Have you installed beams or done temporary shoring?
• Are you registered as an apprentice or working toward a trade certificate (e.g. 403A)?
• Tell us about a time you led a crew or helper on site. How did you keep the job moving?
• What's something you learned on a job recently?
• Are you currently running your own contracting business or taking private jobs? If so, how would that fit with a full-time role here?
• Where do you see yourself in 3 years, and what kind of team do you want to be part of?

Work Location: On the road