Carpenter (Scaffolder)

Construct, erect scaffold and repair buildings and other structures made of wood, wood substitutes, steel and other materials.

Duties vary according to the type of job:

• In commercial or industrial jobs, they build concrete forms, scaffolding, bridges, trestles, tunnels, shelters, towers and other structures. erect scaffolding, install ladders, handrails, walkways, platforms and gangways, and erect, move, dismantle frame scaffolding, mobile tower scaffolding, tube clamp scaffolding and system scaffolding
• In maintenance jobs, they repair and remodel existing structures of all kinds, erect scaffolding, install ladders, handrails, walkways, platforms and gangways, and erect, move, dismantle frame scaffolding, mobile tower scaffolding, tube clamp scaffolding and system scaffolding
• Some carpenters specialize in one type of work such as framing, scaffold erection, bench work or finishing work.

Most Carpenter/Scaffold Erector tasks involve:

• Reading blueprints and/or getting instructions from a supervisor
• Doing the layout including selecting materials, planning sequences and methods of work, and measuring and marking materials to avoid costly mistakes or omissions
• Cutting and shaping materials and joining them with nails, screws, bolts or glue
• Checking completed units to be sure they are level, square, plumb and the right size, shape and location
• The primary function will be the safe, efficient erection and dismantling of scaffolding associated with the construction / maintenance project

Carpenters/Scaffold Erectors must work accurately and economically, and follow national and local building codes.

Carpenters/Scaffold Erectors may work alone, in teams or with helpers. Working conditions vary from one job to another. On some jobs carpenters work primarily indoors, are permanently employed and work a regular 40-hour work week. On heavy industrial jobs, Scaffold Erectors work primarily outdoors, are subject to seasonal unemployment, and routinely work overtime in peak periods.

There is some risk of injury from slips and falls, falling objects, and sharp hand and power tools.

• Suncor Base Plant & Firebag
• Syncrude
• Shell Scotford

• 10 -hour shift - Days/Nights

• Journeyman