Building Maintainer/Carpenter

Canadian Nuclear Laboratories LTD • Chalk River, ON

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Canadian Nuclear Laboratories (CNL) is seeking a Building Maintainer/Carpenter to join their team. This role involves performing a variety of carpentry, maintenance, and construction activities to support facility operations and meet customer needs. The position requires a skilled Carpenter who takes pride in delivering high-quality craftsmanship and maintenance solutions in a dynamic environment.

Requirements

• Secondary school diploma (or equivalent).
• Certified Carpenter qualification obtained through the completion of a recognized apprenticeship program (typically 7,200 hours) or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Experience performing carpentry work related to building maintenance, repairs, renovations, and construction projects.
• Experience interpreting sketches, drawings, and plans to complete projects accurately and efficiently.
• Experience providing material, labour, and cost estimates for maintenance and renovation work.
• Experience working safely in industrial, commercial, or construction environments.
• Knowledge of applicable building codes, standards, and safe work practices.
• Strong understanding of personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements and safe work procedures.
• Demonstrated proficiency in the use of woodworking tools, equipment, and carpentry techniques.
• Ability to estimate material quantities, quality requirements, and project costs.
• Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
• Ability to read, interpret, and work from conceptual drawings and plans.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills with the ability to collaborate across multiple trades and stakeholder groups.
• Ability to work independently while managing competing priorities in a dynamic work environment.
• Reliability Status with Site Access Security Clearance (SASC), which has a minimum requirement of 3-5 years of verifiable history in Canada, Australia, New Zealand, the United States and/or the United Kingdom.

Nice To Haves

• Tube and Clamp Scaffolding certification is considered an asset.
• Experience mentoring, coaching, or supporting the development of apprentices and trainees is considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Interpreting sketches, drawings, and plans to construct items and complete customer-requested projects in a timely and accurate manner.
• Performing skilled and semi-skilled carpentry, repair, finishing, renovation, and maintenance work to support safe and reliable facility operations.
• Replacing floor coverings and completing light masonry repairs as required to support building maintenance activities.
• Preparing cost and labour estimates to assist customers with renovation, construction, and budgeting decisions.
• Maintaining inventories of materials and spare parts to support efficient workflow and project completion.
• Maintaining work areas, tools, and equipment in accordance with housekeeping standards and regulatory requirements.
• Applying safety procedures, using personal protective equipment, and reporting safety concerns to support a safe working environment.
• Attending safety meetings and incorporating established safety practices into daily work activities.
• Assisting with the training, coaching, and mentoring of apprentices and trainees by demonstrating safe work practices and trade techniques.
• Monitoring work quality, identifying opportunities for improvement, and communicating training needs and progress to supervisors.
• Other duties as assigned by your manager.

Benefits

• Paid time off: vacation, sick, personal, and floater days
• Benefits effective Day One – no waiting period
• Tuition support to help you keep learning and growing
• A defined-benefit pension plan or a defined-contribution pension plan, depending on your employee group, to support your long‑term financial security

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED