First Year Apprentice Carpenter (Entry Level – Voyageur Trades Program)

Must meet the minimum requirements to apprentice as a carpenter, according to Alberta Apprenticeship and Industry Training, which includes but is not limited to: English 10-2 Math 10-3, OR A pass mark in all 5 Canadian General Educational Development (GED) or Canadian Adult Education Credential (CAEC) tests, or a combination of both GED and CAEC which comprise all 5 subjects Physical ability to perform lifting, bending, climbing, and indoor/outdoor work. Valid Class 5 driver’s license and clean Driver’s Abstract is required. No prior carpentry experience required; construction aptitude is an asset. Other Requirements Due to funding and program requirements, this position is open to Citizens of the As this is a training project, only applicants who meet the standard eligibility criteria for training projects offered by the Education, Training, and Research Department will be considered. Position is based in Edmonton; in-person presence, either at the shop or at a job site is required. Ability to work a regular schedule of Monday – Friday, 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM, as well as occasional evenings and weekends, with notice. Reliable transportation and a valid Class 5 Driver’s License. Ability and willingness to work occasional evenings and weekends to support events. This may include some travel. Interest in carpentry as a long-term career. Training & Development Mentorship from certified Journeyperson Carpenters. Training will be on-the-job on job sites at various locations including Community Project Sites. Structured Voyageur Trades training modules. Safety certifications provided as required. Hour tracking aligned with Alberta Apprenticeship requirements. Work Environment Shops, Mobile Units, Community Project Sites, and Education, Training and Research facilities. Travel and working in variable weather conditions may be required. The Otipemisiwak Métis Government thanks all applicants for their interest. Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Please note that candidates who have been selected to move forward to the next stage of the recruitment process will receive an email to complete a short online one-way video interview. Should you have any concerns with completing the video interview, please reach out to Human Resources by responding to the email invitation. No phone calls please.