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Carpenter

@ Enterprise Wide

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Bedford, Nova Scotia

$24.70–$26.86/hrFull-time
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Overview

Strescon Limited is hiring a full-time carpenter for its precast plant to build formwork and work alongside the carpentry team. The role involves measuring, cutting, assembling wood and finishing work with resin, fiberglass and sanding. The posting requires own transportation for shift times and offers a starting hourly wage of $24.70 to $26.86 plus health, dental, life insurance and RRSP options.

Pay:

$24.70–$26.86 an hour

Responsibilities:

  • Construction of formwork
  • Measure, cut, shape, assemble and join wooden materials
  • Work with resin, fiberglass and body fill
  • Sanding
  • Other responsibilities as required

Requirements summary:

  • Own transportation required for shift start times
  • Previous experience in a carpentry role
  • Education in a recognized carpentry program preferred
  • Ability to speak and comprehend basic English
  • Knowledge of basic tools, measurements and blueprints
  • Basic math skills and safety protocol compliance

Tools & skills

measuring tapeblueprintsresinfiberglass

Benefits mentioned

Health insuranceDentalLife insuranceRetirement plan
Source and dates

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Employer posting date
2026-06-03
First seen by our source
2026-10-08
Source record updated
2026-10-26

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Job details

DepartmentManufacturing & production
Hours per week40 (estimated)
Travelair: none · ground: none
Work settingPlant or factory
PositionMostly standing
Physical demandsphysical high · computer none
LanguagesEnglish
EducationTrade certificate (preferred)
Fields of studyCarpentry
Perks mentionedRetirement plan, Visa sponsorship, Wellness

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IndustryIT Services and IT Consulting
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Job description

About Strescon

Established in 1963, Strescon Limited has grown to become the largest precast pre-stressed concrete manufacturer in Eastern Canada. The primary market covers the Atlantic Provinces, the New England region of the United States, and Bermuda. Strescon manufactures a wide range of both architectural and structural precast/prestressed concrete products, including, bridge girders, wall panels, complete parking garages, hollow-core planking, piling and deck slabs. Strescon presently has two facilities: 70,000 sq. ft. in Saint John, New Brunswick and 50,000 sq. ft. In Bedford, Nova Scotia.

Strescon is currently seeking a Carpenter to work alongside our carpentry team in the Precast plant.

Responsibilities

  • Construction of form work
  • Measure, cut, shape, assemble, and join wooden materials
  • Work with resin, fiberglass, and body fill
  • Sanding
  • Other responsibilities as required

Requirements

  • Own transportation, public transportation does not match up with our shift start times
  • Previous experience working in a carpentry role
  • Education in a recognized Carpentry program is preferred
  • Ability to speak and comprehend basic English
  • Knowledge of basic tools and their uses
  • An aptitude for reading blueprints
  • Ability to understand and apply basic mathematical skills (addition, subtraction, division, & multiplication)
  • Knowledge of basic measurements and how to read a measuring tape
  • Willing to follow company safety protocols
  • Excellent attendance and a positive attitude
  • Must be a team player, self-motivated, and able to work efficiently and safely in a fast-paced environment

As a member of the OSCO Construction Group, Strescon Limited offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package including health and dental coverage, life insurance and RRSP options. Additionally, we offer health and wellness programming, years of service rewards and employee sport team sponsorships. Starting hourly wage for this position is $24.70-$26.86 and increases based on your experience.

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