Carpentry Assistant Jobs in Hamilton, ON (NOW HIRING)

Job Title: Carpenter

Company: Tartan Homes

Reports to: Site Superintendent

Salary Range: $31/hr - $35/hr

Location:Findlay Creek Village in Gloucester

Vacancy Status: This is an active job opening. Tartan Homes is actively hiring for this position.

About Us

Tartan is an Ottawa new home builder that has been building in communities across Canada's capital for more than 50 years. Tartan homes are built better, look better, and live better - setting them apart from other builders. With high quality finishes, standard finished basements and more, it's no wonder Tartan Homes are in a class all their own!

As part of the Taggart Group, Tartan is a proud, family-owned business benefiting from long-standing stability and continued growth, offering a variety of opportunities for those looking to get hands-on experience and build a lasting career.

At Taggart, you will be part of something bigger, and what you do today will make an impact for years to come. We believe in your success.

Building integrity, quality, and community together.

About the Role

The Carpenter is responsible for supporting the construction, finishing, and repair of new homes, ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, and to a high standard of quality. The role involves performing a variety of carpentry and deficiency-correction tasks while working collaboratively with site teams and trades to deliver customer-ready homes.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform residential carpentry, finishing, repair, and maintenance work throughout various stages of home construction.
• Install, repair, and adjust doors, windows, frames, trim, hardware, closets, flooring, drywall, and other building components.
• Complete interior and exterior deficiency repairs to ensure homes meet quality standards.
• Prepare homes for trades, inspections, Pre-Delivery Inspections (PDI), and customer occupancy.
• Identify construction deficiencies, recommend solutions, and complete repairs as required.
• Patch, sand, tape, caulk, and complete finishing work to achieve a high-quality final product.
• Repair or replace damaged building materials, components, and structural elements using hand and power tools.
• Build and install temporary structures, safety railings, barriers, and other site requirements.
• Conduct quality-control inspections and review completed trade work, reporting concerns to site leadership.
• Complete checklists and documentation to ensure accurate and thorough completion of assigned work.
• Safely operate, maintain, and store carpentry tools, equipment, and materials.
• Collaborate with Site Superintendents, Foremen, trades, and service personnel to meet construction schedules and quality expectations.
• Assist with ordering, organizing, and managing materials and supplies as required.
• Support general construction activities and perform minor tasks of other trades where certification is not required.
• Maintain a safe, organized, and professional work environment in accordance with company safety standards.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Education and Experience Requirements

• Carpentry apprenticeship certification or Red Seal designation considered an asset.
• Experience in residential construction, including rough and finishing carpentry, preferably within a high-volume homebuilding environment.
• Strong knowledge of construction methods, materials, tools, and finishing techniques.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, plans, and specifications, and identify discrepancies or deficiencies.
• Proven ability to diagnose construction deficiencies and complete appropriate repairs.
• Proficiency using hand tools, power tools, and measuring devices.
• Knowledge of imperial and metric measurement systems and strong mathematical aptitude.
• Demonstrated problem-solving, critical thinking, and troubleshooting skills.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
• Physical ability to perform demanding construction work, including lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling up to 40 lbs on a regular basis.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to changing schedules and project demands.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to meet deadlines independently.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills when interacting with colleagues, trades, supervisors, and homeowners.
• Self-motivated, dependable, and willing to learn and develop new skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a construction team.
• Must have access to a personal vehicle and a valid driver's licence in good standing.

Physical/Sensory Effort and Work Environment

• Worksite is loud and fast-paced residential construction environment year-round, both indoors and outdoors, and in varying weather conditions.
• Physical ability required to perform construction-related duties, including extended periods of walking, standing, climbing, bending, and lifting.
• Overtime may be required as necessary to meet construction schedules and project requirements.

Accommodation Requests

The Taggart Group of Companies is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are considered without regard to citizenship, race, place of origin, ethnic origin, colour, ancestry, disability, age, creed, sex/pregnancy, family status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression.

In accordance with Accessibility for Ontarians with a Disabilities Act, we're committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process. If you require accommodation or special assistance, please send an email tohr@taggart.cawith your request.

Salary Range

The salary range shown reflects expected total annual compensation, including base pay, bonuses, and/or commissions.

Thank You for Considering Tartan Homes

Thank you for your interest in joining Tartan Homes. We appreciate every application, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Please note that we do not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. Any such submissions become the property of Tartan Homes and are not eligible for compensation. AI may be used to screen and assess candidates.