Overview
Contractors and supervisors in carpentry trades supervise and coordinate the activities of workers classified in the following unit groups: Carpenters (72310) and Cabinetmakers (72311). They are employed by construction companies, carpentry contractors, maintenance departments of industrial establishments, and custom furniture and fixture manufacturing or repair companies. Contractors may be self-employed.
This group performs some or all of the following duties:
Supervise, coordinate and schedule the activities of carpenters who construct, renovate and maintain structures of wood and other building materials and build and install interior finishing in residential, commercial and industrial buildings; and of cabinetmakers who construct and repair custom wooden cabinets, furniture, fixtures and related products
Establish methods to meet work schedules and coordinate work activities with other departments
Requisition materials and supplies
Resolve work problems and recommend work measures to improve productivity
Train or arrange for training of workers
Recommend personnel actions such as hirings and promotions
Ensure standards for safe working conditions are observed
Prepare schedules and other reports
May manage the operations of their own companies
May also supervise, coordinate and schedule the activities of related apprentices, helpers and labourers.
Small businesses' contractors may execute tasks within their trade area of expertise, which is generally not the case for supervisors or contractors associated with a medium or large business.
Employment prospects
Annual salary
$54,226
$72,996
$100,276
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469expected job openings (5-year forecast)
Education and training
Employment requirements
Additional information
Certification requirements
Mandatory: You need the following certifications to practice as Contractors and supervisors, carpentry trades in B.C.
- Skilled Trades Certification - Contractors and Supervisors of Carpentry Trades
- Contractors and Supervisors of Carpentry Trades Red Seal Certification
Skilled Trades Certification - Contractors and Supervisors of Carpentry Trades
Confirm with the certifying body that your intended program qualifies you for this certification. To work as a contractor or supervisor of carpentry trades in B.C., you will need a SkilledTradesBC certification demonstrating that you have completed the necessary technical training and work experience part of your apprenticeship program.
Visit websiteContractors and Supervisors of Carpentry Trades Red Seal Certification
Confirm with the certifying body that your intended program qualifies you for this certification. This career is eligible for Red Seal endorsement. When all levels of your trades training are complete, you can write an Interprovincial Red Seal exam. A successful result demonstrates you have met the national standard for your trade in Canada will allow you to practice your trade outside of B.C. in provinces and territories covered by the Red Seal certification.
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- Work experience required
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