- Sub-trade - Framer
- Sub-trade - Scaffolder
Carpenters construct, renovate and repair buildings and structures made of wood and other materials.
- Read and interpret blueprints, drawings and sketches to determine specifications and calculate requirements.
- Prepare layouts to conform to building codes, using measuring tools.
- Measure, cut, shape, assemble and join materials of wood and other materials.
- Build foundations, install floor systems, lay sub-flooring and erect walls and roof systems.
- May prepare cost estimates for clients.
- Fit and install trim items, cupboards and countertops.
- Maintain, repair and renovate residences and wooden structures in mills, mines, hospitals, industrial plants and other establishments.
Sub-trades
Individuals may chose to specialize in one of the Carpenter sub-trades.
For further details about this occupation, please see the High School Completion and Your Future in the Skilled Trades handbook. It can be found on this website under “Publications” or by clicking on http://www.saskapprenticeship.ca/PUBLICATION/High_School_Handbook/
Having strong Essential Skills such as reading, writing, document use and thinking can help apprentices succeed in their training and in the workplace. A series of tools have been developed to support apprentices in understanding, assessing and improving their essential skills. These tools can be used independently or with the assistance of a tradesperson, trainer, employer, teacher or mentor.
Carpenter & Sub-Trade
Trade Information.pdf
A Guide to Course Content.pdf
On-the-Job Training Guide.pdf
Upgrading Classroom.pdf
Upgrading Online.pdf
Interprovincial Journeyperson Examination Information.pdf
Level One Examination Information.pdf
Level Two Examination Information.pdf
Level Three Examination Information.pdf
Cluster 5 Entrance Assessment.pdf
Form 6A Verification of Trade Experience.pdf
Framer
Trade Information.pdf
A Guide to Course Content.pdf
Proficiency Examination Information.pdf
On-the-Job Training Guide.pdf
Upgrading.pdf
Cluster 5 Entrance Assessment.pdf
Provincial Occupational Analysis.pdf
Form 6A Verification of Trade Experience.pdf
Scaffolder
Trade Information.pdf
A Guide to Course Content.pdf
On-the-Job Training Guide.pdf
Upgrading Home Study Course.pdf
Proficiency Examination Information.pdf
Level One Examination Information.pdf
Level Two Examination Information.pdf
Cluster 5 Entrance Assessment.pdf
Provincial Occupational Analysis.pdf
Form 6A Verification of Trade Experience.pdf
