Finish Carpenters & Apprentices

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ABOUT US

UC Access Inc. (UCA), a division of Upper Canada Specialty Hardware, is a leading Canadian provider of automatic door and security solutions. We design, install, and maintain technology‑driven systems that enhance safety and efficiency for clients across multiple sectors.

We support projects in healthcare, commercial, residential, hospitality, civic, retail, and specialized environments such as airports, casinos, data centres, and educational facilities.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

UCA continues to grow and expand across Canada. We are looking for top talents like you to join our team and use your expertise to bring innovative ideas to UCA!

We offer

• Competitive pay
• Benefits
• Perks
• Fun and collaborative work environment.
• Lots of growing opportunity at UCA!

UCA is looking for a full time Finish Carpenter & Apprentices position. This is an onsite position in our Markham office.

WHAT’S THE JOB ABOUT?

Reporting to the Manager, Shop Installations, The Finish Carpenter & Apprentices role is centered around the prefabrication and preparation of commercial doors and hardware in a busy, well‑organized shop environment. Our team builds, fits, and prepares commercial door systems before they head to job sites, ensuring everything is accurate, high‑quality, and ready for installation.

As a Finish Carpenter, your responsibilities are:

• Prefabricate commercial doors and frames according to specifications
• Install commercial doors, frames, and hardware with precision
• Read and interpret shop drawings, blueprints, and hardware schedules
• Perform detailed finish carpentry, including trimming, fitting, and adjustments
• Inspect completed work to ensure accuracy, alignment, and smooth operation
• Troubleshoot installation or fitment issues and make necessary corrections
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment
• Communicate material needs, shortages, or equipment issues to supervisors
• Collaborate with team members to meet deadlines and quality standards
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications as a Finish Carpenter:

• 5+ years of carpentry experience
• Strong background in finish carpentry
• Experience with commercial doors and hardware
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment
• Must own personal hand tools and steel‑toe boots (power tools provided)
• Strong organizational and time management skills

As an Apprentice Carpenter, your responsibilities are:

• Assist carpenters with prefabrication of doors, frames, and hardware prep
• Support installation tasks under supervision
• Measure, cut, and prepare materials as directed
• Maintain tools, equipment, and work areas in clean working order
• Follow all safety procedures and company guidelines
• Ask questions, seek guidance, and actively develop carpentry skills
• Load, unload, and organize materials in the shop
• Assist with basic hardware installation and adjustments as skills progress
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications as an Apprentice Carpenter:

• 1–4 years of construction‑related experience
• Strong motivation to learn the trade and grow within the company
• Positive attitude and willingness to take direction
• Must own personal hand tools and steel‑toe boots (power tools provided)
• Strong organizational and time management skills

We thank all applicants for their interest in employment with UC Access Inc., however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

At UCA, we want people to love their work and show respect and empathy to all. We are committed to building a diverse workforce representative of the communities we serve and encourage applications from all genders, races, religions, ages, and sexual orientations, as well as parents, veterans, people living with disabilities, and any other groups that could bring diverse perspectives to our business.

We are proud to be in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), 2005 and the Integrated Accessibility Standards Regulation. Applicants with a disability may request accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process by contacting the Human Resources Department.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $25.00-$50.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance

Experience:

• finish carpentry: 3 years (preferred)
• prefabricate commercial doors and hardware: 3 years (preferred)

Work Location: In person