4th Year Apprentice Industrial Formwork Carpenter
Location: Fort Saskatchewan, Alberta
Wage: $44.44/hour – 4th Year Apprentice Rate
Union: CLAC
Schedule: 5 days on / 2 days off
Hours: Monday–Thursday, 10-hour shifts | Friday, 8-hour shift
Start Time: 6:00 a.m.
Overtime: As per collective agreement
The Opportunity
Otter Wise Talent Solutions is recruiting 4th Year Apprentice Carpenters on behalf of our client for a major industrial construction project in Fort Saskatchewan, Alberta.
Our client is actively expanding its direct-hire workforce, and we are looking for experienced 4th Year Apprentices with a strong background in industrial construction and concrete formwork.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced apprentice looking for steady project work, competitive union wages and the opportunity to continue building their skills on a major Alberta industrial construction project.
Compensation & Benefits
- 4th Year Apprentice Wage: $44.44/hour
- 10% VacStat paid on each paycheque
- 4% RSP
- 2% Pension
- 2.5% Matching Pension
- Benefits after 350 hours
- CLAC union position
- Overtime as per the collective agreement
Schedule & Project Details
- 5 days on / 2 days off
- Monday–Thursday: 10-hour shifts
- Friday: 8-hour shift
- 6:00 a.m. start
- Fort Saskatchewan industrial project
- Parking located directly beside the work front — no need to bus into the work area
- No A&D pre-access testing currently required for local hires
What You'll Be Doing
- Interpret and apply information from construction drawings and specifications.
- Complete layout, including selecting materials, planning work sequences, measuring and marking.
- Prepare, erect and remove structural formwork for concrete foundations, walls, columns, beams and shafts.
- Cut, shape and assemble construction materials.
- Check completed work to ensure it is level, square, plumb and correctly positioned.
- Complete general carpentry activities, including framing, hoarding, doors and frames.
- Work collaboratively with journeypersons, supervisors and other trades.
- Follow all site-specific and industrial safety procedures.
What We're Looking For
- Registered 4th Year Carpenter Apprentice
- Previous industrial construction experience
- Previous concrete/formwork carpentry experience
- CSTS-20 Certificate
- Fall Protection
- Confined Space Entry Monitor
- Strong understanding of industrial construction safety
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions
- Ability to lift and work with materials weighing up to 25 kg
- Reliable transportation to and from the Fort Saskatchewan area
- Fluent in English, both written and verbal
Location & Travel
We are primarily seeking Alberta-based candidates; however, we will consider qualified out-of-town candidates. Please note that there is currently no LOA or travel allowance provided in addition to the hourly rate.
What You Bring In
You bring your 4th Year Apprentice status, industrial formwork experience, safety certifications, reliability and a strong work ethic. You know your way around an industrial construction site and are ready to contribute from day one while continuing to build toward your Journeyperson certification.
What You Get Out
You get a $44.44/hour 4th Year Apprentice wage, 10% VacStat on every paycheque, retirement contributions, benefits eligibility after 350 hours, CLAC representation and the opportunity to build additional industrial hours and experience on a major Alberta construction project.
About Otter Wise Talent Solutions
Otter Wise Talent Solutions is an Indigenous-owned and woman-led Canadian recruitment and workforce solutions firm headquartered in Edmonton, Alberta.
We recruit Indigenous and non-Indigenous talent across skilled trades, industrial construction, engineering and professional disciplines.
Ready for your next project? Apply today to connect with the Otter Wise recruitment team.
Pay: $44.44 per hour
Benefits:
- Company events
- Company pension
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Vision care
Application question(s):
- How many years of industrial concrete formwork experience do you have?
- Which industrial sectors have you worked in? (List all that apply.)
Oil & Gas
Petrochemical
Fertilizer
Mining
Power Generation
Heavy Industrial
Heavy Civil
Infrastructure
None of the Above
- Which formwork systems have you worked with? (List all that apply.)
Doka
Peri
Aluma
Gang Forms
Conventional Wood Formwork
Slip Forms
Other
- Do you currently hold valid CSTS 2020?
- Do you currently hold valid Fall Protection?
- Do you currently hold valid Confined Space certification?
- Are you willing to become a member of the applicable trade union as a condition of employment (this is required by the client)?
- Do you hold a valid 4th year Apprentice Certification?
Work Location: In person
