Employment Opportunity – Carpenter

Are you looking for a rewarding career with a dynamic builder with proud Atlantic Canadian roots, a purpose-driven culture, and an unwavering commitment to exceeding client expectations and having a positive community impact? DORA Construction is looking for you!

Why Choose DORA Construction to Build Your Career?

1. Make an Impact in Local Communities with Projects That Build Communities

Since 2003, DORA has delivered exceptional projects ranging from large commercial projects to meticulous restorations, building with pride, skill, and integrity. With office locations in Halifax, Lunenburg, and Sydney, DORA’s service offering encompasses design flexibility, innovative building technologies, project management excellence, and client relationship focus. The company covers a broad spectrum of project types, including new retail, commercial, residential, and industrial, Net Zero, historic restorations, community/non-profit, and First Nations construction.

2. Become Part of a Rewarding and Inclusive Work Environment

DORA believes in not only talking the talk but also standing by its values and ensuring employees do as well. The company is committed to providing a safe, diverse, and inclusive workforce for everyone. DORA supports ongoing training, education, and leadership to encourage personal and professional growth.

Their commitment to getting the job done and building quality client relationships is visible through humility and teamwork, whether in the office or on the job site. They celebrate successes together and take pride in bringing their vision to life.

DORA Construction believes in building communities that are connected and impactful.

• We build solid.

• We build engagement with our clients.

• We build partnerships with key players on every project.

• We build understanding of every stakeholder’s role.

• We build on our guiding principles.

• We build with a long-term view.

From our solid foundation, we will build yours. We build solid.

Opportunity – Carpenter

Reporting directly to the Site Superintendent and Project Manager, as a carpenter with DORA Construction, you will be building communities that make an impact. A vital part of the construction team, DORA Construction is currently looking for experienced carpenters with a focus on safety, who are proud to go to work and make a difference each day.

Position Responsibilities

Including but not limited to:

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints.

• Ability to work at heights or in confined spaces.

• Conduct repair work and installation of doors, windows, drywall, cabinets, stairs, and other fixtures as required.

• Ability to assess the quality of woodwork and materials.

• Ability to operate tools, machines, and other equipment.

• Follow compliance with local building codes, health, and safety regulations.

• Provide excellent customer service.

• Build foundations, install floor systems, lay subflooring, and erect walls and roof systems.

• Maintain, repair, and renovate residences and wooden structures in mills, mines, hospitals, industrial plants, and other establishments.

• Other tasks as assigned by the Site Superintendent.

Position Qualifications

The ideal candidate will meet the following requirements:

• High School Diploma.

• Completion of a recognized apprenticeship or a minimum of four years of experience as a journey-level carpenter.

• Knowledge of mathematics.

Compensation and Benefits

• $25-35 per hour, based on experience.

• Group RRSP.

• Group Benefit Plan.

• Boot Allowance.

• Healthy Living Allowance.

• Paid Holidays.

• New Employee Referral Incentives.

• Professional Training Opportunities.

All applications are strictly confidential.

If you are interested in this rewarding career opportunity, please send your resume in confidence to bsisco@doraconstruction.com

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.