Carpenter (Embrun)

About Us:

At eQ Homes, we are dedicated to providing an exceptional level of craftsmanship and customer service, from the moment you meet us to the day you receive your keys. We are with you every step of the way to ensure that your home buying path is a comfortable and memorable one. We consistently create visionary, award-winning communities that lead the way in home innovation and sustainable living initiatives.

Our core values guide everything we do, grounded in a shared commitment to doing the right thing. They include:

• People
• Elevate
• Passion

We want our employees to feel great about their jobs, and that means encouraging growth and advancement, listening to employee feedback, recognizing a job well done, giving back, and adopting a culture of trust and respect.

About the Role:

eQ Homes is looking for a Carpenter at our Embrun site, located at 316 Rue Labelle Street, Embrun, ON K0A 1W1. As a Carpenter, you will support the Site Supervisor/Foremen by completing repair lists, reporting home defects, and ensuring tasks are completed accurately and on time. You are expected to arrive prepared with the necessary tools each day, follow eQ’s Health and Safety Policy, and help maintain and operate the eQ site truck as needed.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct repairs on finished surfaces included but not limited to drywall, paint, trims, and floors.
• Caulking as required to ensure a professional job in finished homes.
• Minor framing and carpentry work such as building temporary stairs, sawhorses and lumber racks, bracing foundation walls
• Maintaining maintenance logs as required for site vehicle and other equipment
• Ensures all eQ staff and Trade Partners abide by the Ministry of Labour regulations and EQ Health and Safety Policy
• Pass the necessary certification to handle gas/propane temp heaters on-site
• Other duties within the scope, spirit and purpose of the job, as requested by management

About You:

• 5 years working in construction with relevant job experience
• Clean driving record (drivers abstract will be required)
• Attention to detail at all times
• Effectively communicates both written and verbal
• Maintains to do lists and remains focused on the task at hand
• Understanding of MOL reg’s and the importance of reporting structure as relates to H&S
• Computer skills are an asset
• People-centric focus: You pursue lifelong learning, actively share new perspectives, empower, and inspire others.
  
• Commitment to Elevate: You set new standards in ways that surprise and delight stakeholders, redefine industry norms and set new benchmarks for success.
  
• Passion: You take pride in your work, overcome obstacles, and constantly seek to be the best.

Why Join Us:

• We are actively pursuing portfolio growth opportunities, ensuring continuous development and advancement.
• We take pride in shaping real estate in Ottawa for over 60 years.
• Enjoy competitive pay, incentives, and tuition reimbursement to support your personal and professional growth.
  
• Benefit from 15 paid vacation days plus additional PTO to ensure a healthy work-life balance.
  
• Thrive in a supportive environment with ample growth opportunities to nurture your career.

This position is to fill one (1) existing vacancy.

EQ Homes is an equal-opportunity employer dedicated to creating an inclusive and accessible workplace environment. We are committed to cultivating a workforce that mirrors the diversity of our community, including individuals with disabilities. If you require accommodation or support during any stage of our recruitment and selection process, we will collaborate with you to address your needs.