Open Position

Carpenter Apprentice

A Big Vision for Small Buildings

At Sprout we build beautiful modern backyard suites and cottages. Our team has some serious expertise including architecture, engineering, interior design, construction, real estate, and accessibility, but above anything else, we know how to treat our team, our customers, and our partners.

We have surrounded ourselves with the smartest and most skilled individuals to make sure we deliver exceptional small homes for our customers. We are looking for more people to make that a reality. If you feel you can contribute to this vision and want to work with a fun bunch of people who care about you, please apply today.

Carpenter Apprentice Details

Job Responsibilities

  • Works with a small team of carpenters to frame and finish our Sprouts

  • Coordinates with Lead Carpenter, other team members, and sub trades to deliver a finished Sprout to our customers

  • Installs foundations, walls, floors, ceilings, and roofs using materials such as: wood, steel, metal, concrete, plastics, and composites of multiple materials

  • Fits and installs window frames, doors, door frames, door hardware, interior and exterior trim using a carpenter’s level, plumb bob, and laser levels

  • Erects scaffolding and ladders for assembling structures above ground levels

  • Studies specifications in blueprints, sketches, or building plans to prepare project layout and determine dimensions and materials required

  • Shapes or cuts materials to specified measurements, using hand tools, machines, or power saws

  • Follows established safety rules and regulations and maintaining a safe and clean environment

  • Builds or repairs cabinets, doors, frameworks, floors, or other wooden fixtures used in buildings, using woodworking machines, hand tools, or power tools

  • Assembles and fastens materials to make frameworks or props, using hand tools and wood screws, nails, dowel pins, or glue

  • Removes damaged or defective parts or sections of structures and repair or replace, using hand tools

  • Inspects ceiling or floor tile, wall coverings, siding, glass, or woodwork to detect broken or damaged structures

  • Moves necessary materials around jobsite as assigned

  • Cleans up worksite debris

Work Hours & Benefits

  • Medical & Dental insurance

  • Typically, 8am-4:30pm working hours

  • Paid sick time

Carpenter Qualifications / Skills

  • Capable of receiving and following instructions and communicating with co-workers

  • Able to read and adhere to labels, safety warnings, and guidelines

  • Attentive to detail and always alert to ensure safety

Education, Experience, and Licensing Requirements

  • High school diploma

  • 1-2 years of experience in commercial or residential carpentry

  • Ability to comprehend schematic diagrams, blueprints, sketches, building plans and other specifications

  • Strong working knowledge of job site safety as well as ability to complete a company specific safety orientation

  • Great work ethic and commitment

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As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we pledge to not discriminate against employees based on race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, or disability. In fact, we welcome and embrace diversity.