A program delivered by the Construction Association of PEI to introduce newcomers to the trades has helped nine men and one woman consider a career in the trades. The participants range in age from 24 to 53. Their home countries include Albania, the Philippines, Vietnam, China, Syria, and Colombia. They have a wide range of experience in such diverse careers as Architect, ... [Read More...]
Job titles and jobs in demand
Carpenters, Project Managers, Estimators, Site Supervisors, Electricians, and Floor Installers are in demand. “One electrical contractor said this was the first time in 16 years they had a crew of 16 working through the month of January,” says Sam Sanderson of the Construction Association of PEI (CAPEI). “Now they have 18 on staff and are looking for two more. They said it ... [Read More...]
Recruiting challenges and recruiting campaign
“We have great opportunities and partnerships within the community to make the trades a great career path and build the Island’s economy,”says Sam Sanderson of the Construction Association of PEI (CAPEI). “Our members are looking to hire up to 500 additional workers to keep up with the extraordinary demand. “Multiple companies are looking for estimators and they can’t find ... [Read More...]
Craig Wood Products – Hiring practices
Contact Company Craig Wood Products, Northam Road, Tyne Valley Jobs: Sawmill Assistants for the woodworking business, General Labourers for the lumberyard and sawmill, Cabinetmaker Assistant, Apprentice Carpenter, and a Sawmill Operator. Craig Wood Products is a company which mills, kiln dries, and manufactures wood products using 100 percent PEI Island wood. There ... [Read More...]
Spring Valley Building Centre Ltd. – Hiring practices
Contact Company Spring Valley Building Centre Ltd., Kensington O’Leary Building Centre Ltd., O’Leary Town ‘N Country Carpet One, Summerside Jobs: Part-time and full-time summer and year-round Sales Associates and Warehouse Associates The three businesses have about 100 staff in total. “Since the construction industry is growing so rapidly, this company is also ... [Read More...]