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Makon Projects Ltd.

Carpenter

Nanaimo, BC, V9V 1A3, Canada

Full-time

Within 25 km of Nanaimo · About 11 km from the city centre

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Job details

Job type: Full-time
Posted: Oct 27, 2026

Original job description

Based in Nanaimo, B.C., Makon Projects Ltd. is a locally owned full-service general contracting and construction management company providing superior solutions for commercial, institutional, industrial, and multi-residential construction projects on Vancouver Island. We are seeking a Carpenter based in Nanaimo who can work on a remote project site (Tofino). In this role, you will be responsible for constructing, erecting, installing, maintaining, and repairing structures and components made of wood, wood substitutes, lightweight steel, and other materials. You are expected to be detail-oriented and knowledgeable about different carpentry materials. You must have the ability to work with a team, as well as independently.

Responsibilities & Duties:

Read and interpret blueprints, drawings and sketches to determine specifications and calculate requirements
Prepare layouts in conformance to building codes, using measuring tools
Measure, cut, shape, assemble and join materials made of wood, wood substitutes, lightweight steel and other materials
Build foundations, install floor beams, lay subflooring and erect walls and roof systems
Fit and install trim items, such as doors, stairs, moulding and hardware
Supervise apprentices and other construction workers
Prepare cost estimates for clients as needed
Ensure safety protocols are followed

Collaborate with other tradespeople to ensure seamless project execution
Maintain a clean and organized work environment
Act as a Stand-in First Aid Attendant when required

Qualifications & Education:

Journeyperson carpenter ticket an asset
First Aid Certification (or willingness to obtain)
Extensive knowledge of power tools
Demonstrated proactive approaches to problem-solving with strong decision-making capability
Capable of climbing on ladders and carrying at least 50 pounds
Willingness to work overtime as necessary to meet project deadlines
Highly resourceful team-player, with the ability to also be extremely effective independently
Demonstrated ability to achieve high-performance goals and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Proactive thinker who actively seeks out opportunities and proposes solutions
Valid Driver’s License

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Responsibilities

The carpenter will be responsible for constructing, installing, and repairing various structures using wood and other materials while interpreting blueprints. They will also supervise apprentices, ensure safety protocols are followed, and collaborate with other tradespeople on project sites.

Requirements

Candidates should have extensive knowledge of power tools and the ability to perform physical tasks like climbing ladders and lifting 50 pounds. A Journeyperson carpenter ticket is considered an asset, and a valid driver's license is required.

Skills

Carpentry
Blueprint reading
Layout preparation
Power tools
Construction
Framing
Trim installation
First aid
Problem-solving
Decision-making
Teamwork
Safety protocols
Cost estimation
Blueprint interpretation

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Keywords

Carpenter
Construction
General contracting
Blueprints
Building codes
Power tools
Foundations
Framing
Roof systems
Trim
First aid
Journeyperson
Field operations
Vancouver Island
Tofino
Nanaimo

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