BRAAX Lead Hand
Job Purpose
Do you dream about being your own boss without all the hassles of running a business? Does leading a team under your direction sound like a dream role for you?
Our ideal candidate wants to take this opportunity and hit the ground running, with a solid, reputable, growing company in the Okanagan Valley. We have company vehicles, we use the best tools and we are located in Kelowna, BC. BRAAX Quality Construction
We are looking for someone who wants to put in the effort and be rewarded for their hard work.
Experience is important, but your ability to learn quickly, having a passion for what you do and a feeling of responsibility and pride in your work are even more important. That's what we strive for every day and we want someone to enhance our culture and bring value to the table.
You'll be joining and assembling a team of carpenters, framers, and trades who value your experience and your dedication to the end result; which to us means client satisfaction.
This is a full-time position with a competitive salary, extended benefits, and a company bonus structure. We are also committed to ongoing training and mentoring with various career pathways available.
The Lead Hand is responsible for the smooth and safe operation of the team, helping workers meet goals, and mediating concerns with upper management. You are responsible to coordinate the team and applying company policies and procedures. Involved with, and supportive of, disciplinary actions brought about by supervisors. Other duties may include arranging for extra workers, evaluating the quality of work of team members, organizing crew tasks, maintaining work standards, resolving issues between team members, and mentoring apprentices.
We offer performance-based bonuses and a fast-paced environment with excellent benefits.
Key Accountabilities
Managing the team on-site - supervise apprentices and other construction workers
Scheduling materials and tools for the week
Coordinating with Operations Supervisor - daily site meetings
Daily Safety toolbox meetings - reviewing site safety
Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and sketches to determine specifications and calculate requirements
Prepare layouts conforming to building codes, using measuring tools
Build foundations, install floor beams, lay subflooring, and erect walls and roof systems
Fit and install trim items, such as doors, stairs, molding, and hardware
Prepare cost estimates for clients
Approving hours daily - signing daily timesheet
Follow all code requirements
Filling out Workplace incident report
Extensive knowledge of power tools, including skill saw, mitre saw, and jigsaw
Possession of basic hand tools and reliable transportation to job sites
Knowledge of lumber grades and countertop materials
Promote and provide daily site clean up
Ask questions when you are not sure
Education, Experience, and Skills Required
High school diploma, post-secondary education in carpentry - Carpentry Red Seal
Carpentry trades experience - a minimum of 5 years
You know footings, foundations, framing
Roofing and Truss experience
Worksafe BC Compliant
Valid BC driver’s license with a clean driving record. Experience operating a truck & trailer is an asset
Self-driven with the ability to multi-task
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Possess good organizational and time management skills
Reliable and consistently punctual with an eye for detail
Knowledge of workplace health & safety practices and responsibilities associated with it
Self-driven with the ability to manage and motivate others. Experience leading a team is advantageous
Proactive, hands-on, roll up your sleeves, and do whatever it takes to get the job done attitude
Contributor to a positive and results-oriented team environment with the desire to learn and grow
Physical stamina to maintain a productive 8-hour workday. Ability to lift weight up to 50lbs
Proficient operating skills of all major construction tools & equipment
Provide all your own personal safety gear including waterproof outerwear and gloves
Willing to work evenings, on-call, and weekends when requested