Address*Re-post*
Date Posted: December 14, 2023
Posting Deadline: January 5, 2025
Department: Facilities Management
Type of Employment: Permanent, Full-time
Group Affiliation: CUPE Local 4491, $30.03 per hour
At Saint Mary's University, you will be surrounded by a talented and dedicated team of professionals committed to accessibility, diversity, and the provision of a positive and supportive learning environment. We recognize the importance of the contribution and growth of each individual in the University's success. We are currently looking to fill the position of Carpenter to join our Facilities Management team.
What we offer
As a team member at Saint Mary's, we are proud to offer many benefits. Some of these include:
- Competitive compensation
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Defined Contribution Pension plan
- Vacation
- Holiday closure
- Employee Transit EPass through Halifax Transit
Job Information and Responsibilities
Under the direction of the Manager, Maintenance and Operations, the Carpenter will:
- Install, repairs, and maintains buildings such as windows, walls, roofs, signage, flooring, doors, locks, furniture, and other building related items.
The Collective Agreement can be viewed here.
Experience and Education Requirements
To be the successful Carpenter you will have:
- Certified Carpenter Tradesperson with two (2) years related experience in construction or maintenance.
- Ability to work in a team environment.
- Ability to perform all duties in a safe manner, following health and safety legislation and all required safe work practices and procedures, in order to minimize the risk of injury and property damage.
- Ability to communicate effectively in a positive manner conveying and responding to information.
- Ability to interact with customers in a positive working relationship.
- Ability to work alone and complete tasks with minimal supervision.
- Ability to take initiative in completing tasks with minimal instruction.
Application Details
Apply for this opportunity online using our online application system through Career Beacon. Click on "Apply Now" and complete all required information fields. Qualified candidates should submit the following with their application:
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- Three Professional References
Late applications may not receive consideration. We appreciate all applications and note that only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No telephone calls please.
At Saint Mary's University, equity and diversity are integral to excellence and enrich our community. As an institution committed to fostering an environment of inclusion and respect, we welcome applications from women, Indigenous peoples, racialized persons/visible minorities, persons with disabilities, persons of minority sexual orientation or gender identity and others who might contribute to the growth and enrichment of our community. Applicants are encouraged to self-identify. If you require accommodations during the recruitment process, please contact Talent Acquisition at [email protected]..
