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Home to vast parkland and attractions including Grouse Mountain, Lynn Canyon and Capilano Suspension Bridge, the District of North Vancouver is inspired by nature, and enriched by people. Designated one of BC’s Top Employers for six years, the District offers exciting professional development opportunities and a competitive total compensation package including a nine day fortnight. This is an exciting time to join the District, as we embark on a range of initiatives to transform digital service delivery, customer experience, and our approach to climate action. Known for being a flexible, family-friendly employer with an inclusive workplace culture, the District of North Vancouver is an exceptional place to work. If you are civic-minded and interested in making an impact on people and businesses on the beautiful North Shore, consider working for the District of North Vancouver.
 
A Regular Full-Time opportunity exists within the Parks Department for a Trades 2 Carpenter. This is skilled carpentry work at high level in the maintenance and construction of District Park Buildings, structures, playgrounds and facilities. In addition, an employee of this class performs a variety of skilled and semi-skilled painting, roofing, brick and tile laying, cement finishing and minor electrical and plumbing repair tasks in the construction and maintenance of buildings. An incumbent exercises considerable independence of action and judgment in completing most assignments and may direct the work of one or more helpers when required. Oral and written instruction may be accompanied by sketches/blueprints and are received from a superior who reviews work performance in terms of good workmanship and conformance to established standards and budget.

The successful applicant must possess a thorough knowledge of the standard practices, methods, materials, tools and equipment used in the carpentry trade, sound knowledge of the standard practices, methods, materials, tools and equipment used in painting, roofing, form setting, cement finishing and brick and tile laying, working knowledge of the standard practices, methods, materials, tools and equipment used in plumbing and electrical repair work; sound knowledge of the hazards and safety precautions related to the work; ability to perform a variety of skilled and semi-skilled trades construction and maintenance tasks with minimal supervision; ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions and work from sketches and blueprints; ability to supervise the work of one or more helpers as required; skilled in the use and care of a variety of power and hand tools, materials and equipment.

Qualifications
Completion of Grade 10 supplemented by related technical courses and completion of a recognized apprenticeship in the trade plus sound related journeyman experience or an equivalent combination of training and experience. A certificate in CSA Playground Inspection is desirable. The incumbent must hold a Journeyman Certificate in Carpentry or have equivalent certification and have a valid BC Class 5 Driver’s License. Preference will be given to candidates who have job costing and budget experience.

Details
The pay for this unionized position is $45.92 per hour (2024 rates) based on a 40-hour work week.

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The District of North Vancouver is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and accessible work environment. If you have what we’re looking for and have a passion to serve people and the community, a demonstrated understanding of safety, a commitment to supporting a healthy and safe workplace, and a willingness to take further safety training as required, we would like to hear from you. Please apply with on-line at https://careers.dnv.org/ with your cover letter and current dated driver’s abstract by July 14, 2024.
 
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We thank you for your interest in employment with the District of North Vancouver and advise that only those shortlisted for an interview will be contacted.

We respectfully acknowledge the Coast Salish peoples, specifically the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh), on whose ancestral lands the District of North Vancouver is located.