Apprentice Carpenter
Chandos · Calgary, Alberta, Canada · On-site
Posted Jun 16, 2026
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The Apprentice is responsible for constructing and maintaining buildings. Required knowledge includes: construction and remodeling trades, practices, procedures, techniques, tools and equipment, materials, specifications, quality control, cost control and safety.
Lay building foundations.
Make repairs to the internal and external structure
Prefabrication, erection, and removal of structural formwork for concrete foundations, wall columns, beams, slabs, and shafts, including re-shoring.
Cement work including: mix and pour material and pouring cement for stairs, and framing for cement
Assemble and fasten materials to make framework or props, using hand tools and wood screws, nails, dowel pins or glue.
Construct and maintain structural woodwork, shelving, flooring, tables, chairs, etc.
Perform renovations as required
Minimum requirements: 
Currently indentured into an Apprenticeship Program, Carpenter.
Currently working in the trade
Two or more years of experience as a carpenter
Motivated, Hardworking, able to work long hours and Saturdays if needed
Knowledge of carpentry and building maintenance
Knowledge of safe operation of basic hand and power tools
Knowledge of workplace safety, and safe lifting and handling procedures
Mathematical and analytical skills necessary to do material and labour estimates
CSTS training is a prerequisite for employment. If you do not have this training, it can be made available. 
Nice to Have
Experience with a large general contractor
Concrete and formwork experience
Valid driver’s licence and clean abstract
Certifications such as Fall Protection, Elevating Work Platforms, or other site‑related tickets
Chandos is an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture and this includes our recruitment and hiring process. 
We are 100% employee owned . Every person who works for Chandos can become an owner. There is only  one class  of units at Chandos, because we believe everyone should be  treated equal . We talk about being an  entrepreneurial-minded  organization and you can be sure we mean it!
Competitive wages
Well rounded employer paid benefits program  including health, dental, and vision care 
RRSP matching program  to aid and prepare employees for long-term financial security
Recognition and annual salary reviews program
Regular company-wide engagement  opportunities
AI Disclosure Statement: Chandos is committed to transparent recruitment. Our internal team does not use artificial intelligence (AI) to screen, assess, or select applicants, although we do use AI tools for administrative interview transcription and AI tools may be integrated or embedded in third-party platforms and software. Some of Chandos' external staffing partners may use AI to screen, assess, or select candidates during their initial workflows. All final hiring decisions at Chandos are made personally…