Carpenter

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Posting deadline: November 30, 2026

Join One of Montreal’s Top Employers — Now Hiring: Carpenter

At Concordia University, we believe great people build great campuses. Recognized as one of Montreal’s and Forbes’ list of top employers, Concordia offers a supportive work environment, excellent benefits, long-term stability, and the opportunity to work in a dynamic university setting.

Why Join Concordia?

Competitive Pay & Stability

• [[cust_MinimumRate]]/hour
• Stable, full-time schedule - 38.75 hours per week (Monday to Friday, from 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM).
• Safe indoor work environment

Outstanding Benefits

• Defined pension plan
• Dental, vision, life, health, and disability insurance
• Competitive vacation package with flexible scheduling
• Paid personal and emergency leave
• Statutory holiday closures
• Paid time off during the December holiday period
• Access to virtual healthcare services
• “Summer Fridays”
• Uniforms and tools provided
• Tuition waivers for eligible employees
• Easily accessible by public transit

Applicants are strongly encouraged to include a cover letter expressing their interest and how their profile aligns with the role.

SCOPE
Reporting to the Architectural Supervisor, the incumbent performs work related to the maintenance, transformation, repair, building, and finishing of structures as well as other carpentry work using wood, metal, or other materials.

QUALIFICATIONS
• High School Diploma (DSS) and at least four years of related work experience in carpentry.
• Qualification certificate as carpenter or cabinetry in accordance with the manpower vocational training and qualification act.
• Ability to read and work with plans.
• Basic knowledge (Level 3) of spoken and written English; basic knowledge (Level 3) of spoken French.
• Good interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Valid driver’s license in Quebec.
• Will require use of respiratory protection and enrollment in the Respiratory Protection Program.
• Will require enrollment in the University’s Hearing Conservation Program.
• Physical ability to occasionally lift/carry/move without assistance up to 23 kg (50 lbs.) and with assistance over 34 kg (75 lbs.)

Due to the volume of applications, only selected candidates will be contacted by our Talent Team.

Concordia University is an English-language institution of higher learning at which the primary language of instruction and research is English. Since this position supports academic and administrative functions of the university, proficiency in English and French, as indicated, is required.

IMPORTANT: The language and computer skills of short-listed candidates will be tested.

Territorial Acknowledgement
Concordia University is located on unceded Indigenous lands. The Kanien’kehá:ka Nation is recognized as the custodians of the lands and waters on which we gather today. Tiohtià:ke/Montreal is historically known as a gathering place for many First Nations. Today, it is home to a diverse population of Indigenous and other peoples. We respect the continued connections with the past, present and future in our ongoing relationships with Indigenous and other peoples within the Montreal community.

Employment Equity
Concordia University is strongly committed to employment equity within its community, and to recruiting a diverse faculty and staff. The University encourages applications from all qualified candidates, including women, members of visible minorities, Indigenous persons, members of sexual minorities, persons with disabilities, and others who may contribute to diversification; candidates are invited to self-identify in their applications. As part of your application, you will be asked to complete a diversity survey. This information is voluntary and any information collected for this purpose is confidential and cannot be accessed by search committees or human resources employees. Results will be aggregated and used to help Concordia achieve its goal to see all members of our community not only reflected, but welcomed, included and supported in their efforts to contribute to all areas of university life.

Accessibility
Concordia desires to increase diversity among its community members and we strive to make our recruitment processes as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for applicants. If you are contacted for an interview and anticipate needing accommodations during the process, please contact, in confidence, [email protected]

Immigration Status
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian and Permanent Residents will be given priority. To comply with the Government of Canada’s reporting requirements, the University is obliged to gather information about applicants’ status as either Permanent Residents of Canada or Canadian citizens.