Construction Site Assistant

Résumé du poste

Novacom is a commercial General Contractor based in Surrey, BC. We value people, relationships, innovation and culture, and we believe in constantly improving ourselves to provide the best possible service to our clients. Our core business is the commercial construction of financial institutions, restaurants, offices and retail spaces. We're doing construction differently — and we're thinking outside the box about how we can improve our company and our industry. We are hiring a Site Assistant / Carpenter for a fixed-term position on our new McDonald's restaurant build in Penticton, BC — a gro…

Détails du poste

Novacom is a commercial General Contractor based in Surrey, BC. We value people, relationships, innovation and culture, and we believe in constantly improving ourselves to provide the best possible service to our clients. Our core business is the commercial construction of financial institutions, restaurants, offices and retail spaces. We're doing construction differently — and we're thinking outside the box about how we can improve our company and our industry. We are hiring a Site Assistant / Carpenter for a fixed-term position on our new McDonald's restaurant build in Penticton, BC — a ground-up, single-storey wood-frame quick-service restaurant at 698 Eckhardt Ave W. This is a hands-on field role supporting the Site Superintendent to keep the site running smoothly through to completion. The term runs from August 3, 2026 to approximately the end of October 31, 2026, tracking the project's construction schedule. Position Details: Project: New ground-up restaurant in Penticton, BC Term: Fixed-term - approximately July 27, 2026 to end of October 31, 2026 (aligned to the project schedule, may extend) Location: On-site, Penticton. Candidates must be local or able to reliably commute to Penticton for the duration of the project. Hours: Day shift. Some evening, night, or weekend hours may be required depending on the project schedule. Job Duties: Site support — Work on site under the Site Superintendent to keep the site running smoothly Carpentry & general tasks — handyman work and carpentry tasks (e.g. backing, building hoarding, formwork) plus all other assistance required on site Site maintenance — cleaning and organizing the site for trade access and efficiency Trade coordination — call trades ahead of scheduled work to confirm readiness and help keep the schedule moving through efficient, quality work Safety — complete daily hazard assessments, site inspections, sign-in sheets, and trade orientations under our COR Safety Program Documentation — take progress photos and support daily logs and documentation in Procore Deficiencies — wrap up all items at close of the project Personal Characteristics: Driven — self-motivated and ready to push things forward no matter the circumstance Energetic — takes on challenges with enthusiasm Humble — willing to admit a mistake and take ownership Personable — builds solid relationships with trade partners and co-workers Reliable — dependable and punctual — on site before trades, stays after they leave Qualifications: 3+ years' experience in the construction industry Carpentry ticket or trade qualification an asset — we welcome apprentices (Level 1, 2, 3) and Red Seal Carpenters Solid hands-on construction knowledge — understanding of the construction process, materials, tools and machinery, and trade sequencing Ability to work independently without close supervision Ability to communicate and problem-solve effectively with supervisors, team members and subcontractors Comfortable with (or willing to learn) Procore for daily logs and photos Must have independent transportation and the ability to get to the Penticton site Why Join Us: Competitive pay — $38–$40 per hour, commensurate with experience Technology — a modern construction software set-up including Procore, OutBuild, BuildingConnected and Microsoft Teams Opportunity — strong performers on this term project may be considered for future opportunities with Novacom, including pathways toward Site Foreman and Site Superintendent roles Culture — join a company with a family dynamic where you're known by your co-workers and supported to grow

Ce que vous ferez

Support the Site Superintendent in managing daily operations and maintaining site efficiency for a new restaurant build. Perform carpentry tasks, coordinate with trades, and handle safety documentation and site maintenance.

Exigences

Requires 3+ years of construction experience and a carpentry ticket or trade qualification, though apprentices are welcome. Must have independent transportation and the ability to work independently in Penticton, BC.

Compétences indiquées

• organizing · Souhaitée
• Microsoft Teams · Souhaitée
• Cleaning · Souhaitée
• Microsoft · Souhaitée
• materials · Souhaitée
• safety · Souhaitée
• Process · Souhaitée
• Documentation · Souhaitée
• maintenance · Souhaitée
• future · Souhaitée
• efficiency · Souhaitée
• coordination · Souhaitée

Autres compétences pertinentes

Relevées dans la description du poste. Confirmez les exigences importantes ci-dessus.

• Carpentry
• Site Maintenance
• Trade Coordination
• Hazard Assessment
• Procore
• Site Inspection
• Problem Solving
• Construction Documentation
• Formwork
• Hoarding Construction