Carpenter, Trades ​/ Skilled Labor

Job Summary And Requirements

This posting is to fill one (1) permanent full-time position working 80 hours biweekly.

Join Our Team at the Department of Highways and Public Works!

Are you ready to make a positive impact on Yukon communities? The Department of Highways and Public Works provides the necessary structure that makes life in Yukon possible. Together, we are committed to upholding the values of safety, innovation, teamwork, and leadership in our everyday work.

We are seeking a skilled Carpenter to carry out a variety of carpentry and maintenance tasks, ensuring Yukon government facilities remain safe, functional, and well‑maintained. This role involves performing repairs, renovations, and periodic preventative maintenance inspections in both Whitehorse and surrounding areas. The ideal candidate will perform a wide variety of carpentry and related maintenance functions in accordance with established standards so that Yukon government facilities remain operational and safe.

• Red Seal journeyperson carpenter’s certificate (to be provided upon request).
• Experience in the carpentry trade repairing, renovating and maintaining buildings.
• Experience with safety practices and procedures in a workplace setting.

• Experience performing preventative maintenance inspections.
• Strong client service skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, as well as collaboratively in a team setting.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience using Microsoft computer applications (i.e., Word, Outlook).

• Class 5 driver's licence or equivalent.
• Red seal journeyman's carpentry certificate.
• Security clearance, including Vulnerable Sector Check.

• Capable of lifting up to 22 kg.
• Travel throughout the territory.
• Use of personal protective equipment.

For more information about this position, please contact:
Sandy Koep, Carpentry/Painting Foreperson, at