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Excellent career opportunity for Skilled Glaziers to work on commercial construction sites. Current positions in Regina and more work may follow in Edmonton and Calgary, AB. Employer provides and pays for housing and a vehicle for out-of-town projects.
Our client has an excellent reputation for doing quality work and for having quality people working on their behalf. Non-union environment.
Job duties include installing unitized curtain walls (outside walls arrive as a unit and are put into position using a spoiler crane). Glaziers also repair broken panes on job sites. Some projects will be stick systems preparing, installing, and glazing long glass pieces (sticks) between building floors.
To perform job duties effectively and efficiently, glaziers should know all applicable codes and regulations. Must have the ability to properly operate hand and power tools, specialty layout tools, and related equipment. Position involves a considerable amount of physical work. Routinely need to climb ladders, work from scaffolds, use self-propelled elevated work platforms, as well as load and drive trucks. Interacts with co-workers, clients, tradespeople, and other professionals, requiring good interpersonal and communication skills.
Preference will be given to Journeypersons; however, apprentices and/or applicants with a minimum of 2-4 years' relevant experience are encouraged to apply. Apprenticeship training can be gained while working with this employer. Crane operation certification and a valid driver's license would be definite assets. Must hold current certification in SCOT, WHMIS, and Fall Protection or be willing to take this training prior to hire. Valid driver's license an asset. Willingness to travel to out-of-town work is required.
Employer pays for accommodations and provides an excellent wage scale. Current project is on a 12-storey building in Regina. Next projects are in Edmonton (approximately 2 years starting September 2015).
Type of Establishment/Work Setting Experience
- Commercial