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Price Ewr IREsIdEntIalConstRuCtIon
IndustRy
2010 CAREER
DiRECtoRy
www.peircc.c
Paul ArsenaultBayside Builders
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Index
Mission Statement/Who Are our Members .............................................. 3
Ministers Message ............................................................................................. 4
Executive Directors Message ........................................................................ 5
Board of Directors ............................................................................................... 6
Red Seal .................................................................................................................. 7
Educational Training .......................................................................................... 8
Bricklayer ................................................................................................................ 9Cabinet Maker ................................................................................................... 10
Carpenter ............................................................................................................ 11
Concrete Finisher ............................................................................................. 12
Drywallers ........................................................................................................... 13
Electrician ........................................................................................................... 14
Floor Covering Installer ................................................................................. 15
Insulators ............................................................................................................. 16
Did you know? .................................................................................................. 17
Landscaper ......................................................................................................... 19
Painter .................................................................................................................. 20
Plumber ............................................................................................................... 21Roofer ................................................................................................................... 22
Sheet Metal ........................................................................................................ 23
Siding Installer .................................................................................................. 24
FAQ ........................................................................................................................ 25
On-line Links ...................................................................................................... 27
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PEIRCSC Mission Statement:
To support the residential construction industry by
promoting best HR practices, skills development and
professionalism in the workplace.
What is a Sector Council?Sector councils bring together business, labour and
educational stakeholders to share ideas, concerns and
perspectives about human resources (HR) and skills issues,
and to find solutions that benefit the sector. They help
ensure that workers and those seeking employment are
well prepared for the challenges of the rapidly evolvinglabour market.
What is PEIRCSC?
PEI Residential Construction Sector Council (PEIRCSC)
is an independent non-profit organization based in
Charlottetown, PEI. PEIRCSC is composed of industryemployers and employees including residential
construction homebuilders/renovators and other related
residential construction subtrades as well as industry
stakeholders involved in PEIs residential construction
industry.
Mandate
PEIRCSCs mandate is to identify and address HR and labour
market issues affecting PEIs residential construction industry,
while promoting best HR practices in the workplace.
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A Message from the Minister
Choosing a career is one of the most
important decisions you will ever
make.
As Prince Edward Islands Ministerresponsible for post-secondary
education, I encourage anyone
interested in learning a trade to
read this manual. It is an excellent
introduction to the range of career
opportunities available in residential
construction.
Government is working closely with
industry and post-secondary institutions to ensure that the
province has a highly-skilled workforce. We are committed to
improving and increasing post-secondary opportunities to build
a strong workforce and create a better future for all Islanders.
Building a house requires teamwork and co-operation. The
PEIRCSC Career Directory can help you find the type of
occupation that best suits you as part of a construction team.
Building a strong economy takes the same kind of co-operation,
and Government is committed to helping you develop the skills
for a rewarding career.
Good luck as you embark on your career!
Sincerely,
Hon. Allan V. Campbell
Minister
Innovation and Advanced Learning
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A Message from the Executive Director
The Residential Construction Industry on PEIis made up of a hard working group of smallbusiness owners who independently employover three thousand employees while makinga substantial contribution to the economy of
P.E.I. This industry has experienced a positiveperiod of growth in new home constructionand renovation however the emergenceof new technologies and concerns aroundcurrent and future shortages in the supplyof skilled labour, as well as recruitment& retention have led to many discussions
among industry leaders around humanresource issues. The development of this directory enables PEIRCSC the ability topromote red seal certied trades to youth as well as the mature professional whomay be looking for a change.
PEIRCSC hired Vast Marketing to work with Island tradespersons working inResidential construction to come up with this Career Prole Directory. We arehappy to be able to prole Island tradesmen & tradeswomen who have made
their career in the residential construction industry.
It takes a signicant amount of time, energy and dedication to successfullylaunch any new project. I would like to acknowledge and oer thanks to VastMarketing as well as all the individuals who allowed their photograph to be takenon the various job sites.
This past year of operations for PEIRCSC has brought growth for this sector in
many areas which have beneted this province. We continue to grow ourmembership and act as a voice for Human Resource issues within the residentialconstruction sector.
We are proud to see the PEIRCSC continue to develop and address Employerand Employee concerns. Heres to building a stronger future for ResidentialConstruction on PEI.
Tracey GormleyPEIRCSC Executive Director
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A Message from the Executive Director
The Residential Construction Industry onPEI is made up of a hard working group ofbusiness owners who independently employover three thousand men and womenwhile making a substantial contribution
to the economy of P.E.I. Our industry hasexperienced a positive period of growth innew home construction and renovation.However the emergence of new technologiesand concerns around current and futureshortages in the supply of skilled labour, aswell as recruitment & retention have led to
many discussions among industry leadersaround human resource issues. The development of this directory enablesPEIRCSC the ability to promote Red Seal certied trades to youth as well as themature professional who may be looking for a change.
PEIRCSC hired Vast Marketing to work with Island tradespersons working inResidential construction to come up with this Career Prole Directory. We arehappy to be able to showcase Island tradesmen & tradeswomen who have made
their career in the residential construction industry.
It takes a signicant amount of time, energy and dedication to successfullylaunch any new project. I would like to acknowledge and oer thanks to VastMarketing as well as all the individuals who allowed their photograph to be usedin this publication.
This past year of operations for PEIRCSC has brought growth for this sector in
many areas which have beneted this province. We continue to grow ourmembership and act as a voice for Human Resource issues within the residentialconstruction sector.
We are proud to see the PEIRCSC continue to develop and address Employerand Employee concerns. Heres to building a stronger future for ResidentialConstruction on PEI.
Tracey GormleyPEIRCSC Executive Director
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Red Seal
The Interprovincial Standards Red Seal Program (also
known as the Red Seal Program) was established more
than 50 years ago to provide greater mobility across
Canada for skilled workers. Today it represents a standard
of excellence for industry. Through the Program,tradespersons are able to obtain a Red Seal endorsement
on their provincial/territorial certificates by successfully
completing an interprovincial Red Seal examination.
The Interprovincial Standards Red Seal Program
acknowledges their competence and ensures recognition
of their certification throughout Canada without further
examination.
The Red Seal Program is recognized as the interprovincial
standard of excellence in the skilled trades
50 years of excellence - 1959-2009
For more information go to www.red-seal.com
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Educational Training
Four ways to become a qualified (Red Seal certified)
residential construction tradesperson on PEI are: 1.
Accelerated Secondary Apprenticeship Program (ASAP)
2. Holland College + Apprenticeship Training 3. Earn
While You Learn Apprenticeship Training 4. On-the-jobTraining (after so many years (hours) worked in the trade
you can write a Challenge exam).
* Red Seal
* Accelerated Secondary Apprenticeship Program (ASAP)
* Holland College
* Apprenticeship Training
* Challenge
Apprenticeship combines on-the-job training under thesupervision of a qualified tradesperson and classroom
training at a training establishment. About 80% of an
apprentices training takes place on-the-job. The other
20% involves technical training provided at, or through
a post-secondary training establishment - usually at
Holland College or an off-Island institute.
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Bricklayer
Bricklayers lay bricks, concrete blocks, stones, rocks
and other similar materials to create and repair walls,
foundations, arches, fireplaces, chimneys, decorativepieces and other structures. They may create structures
based on blueprints or their own designs.
Bricklayers read blueprints and sketches to calculate the
material requirements of a project. They use power and
hand tools to cut and trim the materials they work with.
Wayne Gillis
Queens County Bricklayers
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Cabinetmaker
Cabinetmakers construct and repair wooden cabinets,
furniture and fixtures. They operate power and hand
working machines such as power saws, mortisers, jointers,and shapers to cut, shape and form parts and components.
Cabinetmakers finish wooden surfaces by sanding and
applying veneer, stain or polishing them. They prepare
estimates for clients for materials and labour required.
Cabinetmakers generally work in a shop environment
with many types of tools.
Kent Ross
Prestige Kitchens
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Carpenter
Carpenters, build, erect, install, maintain, and repair
structures made of wood and other materials. They
measure, cut, shape, assemble and join materials to buildfoundations, walls and roof systems, among other things.
Carpenters read and interpret designs, drawings, sketches,
and blueprints to determine and calculate specification
requirements.
They use many types of hand and power tools. Carpentry
is a physically demanding occupation that requires
standing, crouching, and kneeling for long periods of
time.
Phillip Douglas
Douglas Construction
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Concrete Finisher
Concrete Finishers smooth and finish freshly poured
concrete, apply curing or surface treatments and install,
maintain and repair masonry structures such as residentialfoundations, floors, ceilings, sidewalks and patios.
They ensure that the formwork, granular base, and steel
reinforcement materials are suitable for the concrete
work.
Eddie MacKenna
EJs Concrete Services
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Drywallers
Plasters and Drywallers apply, maintain, and restore
plaster or similar materials on interior and exterior walls,
ceilings or other surfaces. They measure, cut, position,and secure drywall sheets. They apply coats of plaster
and stucco using trowels, floats, brushes, and spraying
equipment.
Ricky Arsenalut
Well Hung Drywall
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Electrician
The title construction electrician defines a person who,
because of his or her knowledge, training and abilities, is
capable of laying out, installing, testing, troubleshooting,and repairing electrical systems, which provides light,
heat, communications, and power to a variety of new and
existing residential, commercial, and industrial structures.
Construction electricians read and interpret electrical,
mechanical, and architectural drawings and electrical
code specifications to determine wiring layout. They cut,
thread, bend, assemble, and install conduits and other
types of electrical conductor enclosures and fittings.
They pull wire and cable through conduits, position,
maintain and install distribution and control equipment
such as switches, relays, circuit breaker panels, and fuse
enclosures, install single and multi-wire cables above
and underground, install data cabling, and install andmaintain fibre optic and signaling systems.
George DesRochesJamieson Electric
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Floor Covering Installer
Floor covering installers install, inspect, measure, mark,
cut and fasten flooring such as carpet, tile, wood, linoleum
and vinyl in residential buildings. Floor covering installersmay use hand or machine stitchers, seaming irons, hand
trowels, bonding tape, power stretchers, staple guns and
other devices as well as spread mortar and mix cement.
They align and position using levels and straight edges
they may supply clients with estimates for materials and
labour costs.
Stefan Hansen
Kirkwood Construction
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Insulators:
Insulators work with dierent kinds of insulation materialto prevent or reduce the passage of heat, cold, vapour,
moisture, sound or re. They read and interpret drawings andspecications to determine insulation requirements, select theamount and type of insulation to be installed and measure andcut insulating material to the required dimensions. They thenapply, install, repair and maintain insulation material. Insulatedsurfaces may be nished with materials such as plastics,aluminum, galvanized steel and coated steel, stainless steel,
canvas, mastic, laminate or concrete. Some insulators may alsolay out and fabricate parts on-site or remove or seal o oldinsulation.Types of insulation materials that may be used include calciumsilicate, ceramic bre, elastomeric insulation, mineral bre,breglass, urethane, polystyrene and cellular glass. They maybe used for systems such as plumbing, air-handling, heating,cooling and refrigeration, for piping equipment and pressurevessels, as well as for walls, oors and ceilings of homes.
Allan Pound
A & J Insulating
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Did you know that ...
According to the Canadian Home Builders Association
(CHBA), as of March 2007, there are 64 residential
construction trades in the residential construction industry
at this time. These different types of skilled tradespeople
are hired by new home builders and renovators in theexecution of their work.
However, on PEI, there are 23 designated residential
construction trades available through PEI
Apprenticeship.
HOMEBUILDERS/RENOVATORS
The following are some specialty trades within the
homebuilding and renovating industry.
TECHNICIANS/TECHNOLOGISTS:
ARCHITECTURAL TECHNOLOGY
CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGY
ELECTRICAL TECHNOLOGY
HEATING, VENTILATION, AND AIR CONDITIONING (HVAC)
WOOD MANUFACTURING/ CABINETMAKING
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Landscaper:
Landscape Horticulturist means a person who selects,
handles and utilizes trees, shrubs and ornamental
plants and turf grass for the design, development andmaintenance of public and private landscaping spaces.
Prepares soil, plants, cultivates, prunes and irrigates
to maintain plant vigor. Controls plant pests utilizing
appropriate integrated pest management techniques.
Red Oak Landscaping
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Painter:
Painters and decorators apply decorative and protective
finishes in residential settings. They prepare a variety
of surfaces (wood, masonry, drywall, plaster, concrete,synthetics, stucco and metal) prior to the application
of materials such as paint, high performance coatings,
waterproofing, fireproofing, varnish, shellac, wall
coverings and specialty finishes. Painters and decorators
are employed by construction companies, painting
contractors, building maintenance contractors or are self-
employed.
Jason Bell
Prompt Painting
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Plumber:
Plumbers install, repair and maintain plumbing fixtures
and systems, including water, steam, chemical, medical
gas, process piping, irrigation and fuel piping systems.Plumbers install piping and equipment in residential
buildings. They may also install specialized equipment
such as medical gas equipment, compressed air
equipment, residential fire systems, water conditioners,
sewage and water treatment, and storage and flow
systems for toxic waste.
Greg MacEwen
Precise Plumbing
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Roofer:
Roofers install, repair and replace flat and sloped roofs.
They work with membrane roofing systems that consist of
a variety of materials with different application methods.They also install, replace and repair shingles, slate, shakes,
roofing tiles, sheet metal and other preformed sheeting
on sloped roofs. Before the work begins, roofers may
inspect existing roof systems and determine the extent
and procedure for repair of the substrate or removal and
replacement of roofing materials. Some roofers may be
involved in the estimating of material and installation
costs.
Sylvette Plourde
Atlantic Roofers
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Sheet Metal/HVAC Worker:
Sheet metal workers design, fabricate, assemble, install and
repair sheet metal products. In fabrication work, sheet metal
workers lay out and measure pieces to specications. Theyuse tools such as power shears, press brakes, drill presses
and computerized cutting equipment to cut and shape
material. They assemble and join the pieces using various
techniques such as welding and using mechanical fasteners.
They work with black iron, galvanized steel, stainless steel,
aluminum, copper, brass, nickel, tin plate and other alloys.
Pieces may be laid out and cut in the shop and assembled
on construction sites. Sheet metal workers may specialize
in onsite installation, shop manufacture, or servicing and
maintenance of installed equipment and systems. Those
who work in installation may specialize in heating, ventilation
and air conditioning (HVAC), boiler lagging / vessel cladding,
roong products, architectural sheet metal, custom metalproducts, etc.
Darryl Hughes
Hughes Home Ventilation
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Siding Installer:
Siding Installers work on Eaves troughs, gutters, and
general siding such as vinyl, Hardi Plank, etc. They
assemble and install Siding Specific products and utilizehand and various power tools like mitre and table saws
and air nailers. Siding installers must be comfortable with
ladders and working on scaffolding.
Dwayne Gallant
Vinyl Touch Siding
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FAQI am thinking about starting a business but I do not know where to
start. What resources are out there for me?
There are many resources to seek out information about
starting a business. Canada Business is a cross-jurisdictional
government organization that helps Canadian entrepreneurs
get the information, advice and support they need to start abusiness. For more information, please click here. The Canada/
PEI Business Service Centre is a full-service business information
resource that is accessible province-wide and free-of-charge.
For more information, please click here.
Where can I access information about 2005s National Construction
Codes?
The National Building Code of Canada 2005 (NBC), the National
Fire Code of Canada 2005 (NFC) and the National Plumbing Code
of Canada 2005 (NPC) are available for purchase through NRCs
Virtual Store at www.nrc.gc.ca/virtualstore (printed and CD-ROM
formats). The Canadian Electrical (CE) Code is also available at
www.csa.ca/standards/electrical. You may also visit the Atlantic
Home Building & Renovation Sector Councils (AHBRSC) website
at www.ahbrsc.com/courses/index.html on courses and trainingincluding two new 2005 NBC courses in partnership with the
Atlantic Home Warranty Program (AHWP). These courses include:
1. 2005 NBC Update for the Residential Sector 2. Objective Based
Code Training for the Residential Sector.
What is the Apprenticeship Incentive Grant (AIG)?The Apprenticeship Incentive Grant (AIG) is a taxable cash grant
available to registered apprentices once they have successfully
completed their first or second year (level) of an apprenticeship
program in one of the Red Seal trades.
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What is the Apprenticeship Job Creation Tax Credit (AJCTC)?
The AJCTC is a non-refundable tax credit equal to 10% of the
eligible salaries and wages payable to eligible apprentices in
respect of employment after May 1, 2006. The maximum credit
is $2,000 per year for each eligible apprentice.
What is the Tradespersons Tools Deduction?
The new tradespersons tools deduction provides employed
tradespersons with an annual deduction of up to $500 to
help cover the cost of new tools necessary to their trade.
The deduction applies to the total cost of eligible tools if the
following conditions are met:
* the total cost exceeds $1,000;
* the tools were bought after May 1, 2006;
* the purchase was made by an employed tradesperson.
How can I obtain a contact list of PEI residential construction
employers (contractors)?To obtain a contact list of PEI residential construction employers
(contractors) through the provincial business directory
(PEIBusinessDirectory.com), please click here. You may also visit
PEIRCSCs members list at www.peircsc.ca.
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Apprenticeship PEI - www.
apprenticeship.pe.ca
Association of Certied EngineeringTechnicians and Technologists - www.
acettpei.ca
Career Development Services PEI - www.careerservicespe.com
Career Options PEI - www.
careeroptionspei.com
City of Charlottetown - Planning and
Development - www.city.charlottetown.
pe.ca/cityhall/planning_development.
cfm
City of Summerside - Technical Services
- Planning and Development - www.city.summerside.pe.ca/cityhall/techserv/
plandev.cfm
Construction Association of PEI - www.capei.ca
East Prince Youth Development Centre -www.epydc.org
Employment Journey - www.
employmentjourney.com
Holland College - www.hollandc.pe.ca
Oce of the Employer Advisor - www.
gov.pe.ca/go/oea
PEI Association of Sector Councils - www.
peiasc.ca
PEI Community Business Development
Corporations - http://www.cbdc.ca/
index.php?rid=5
PEI Job Futures - www.pei.jobfutures.org
ProtLearn PEI - http://protlearn.upei.ca
Province of PEI - InfoPEI - Building on PEI -
www.gov.pe.ca/infopei
Province of PEI - InfoPEI - Business - www.gov.pe.ca/infopei/index.
Province of PEI - InfoPEI - Employment -www.gov.pe.ca/infopei/index.
Province of PEI - InfoPEI - Student Loans
and Grants - www.gov.pe.ca/infopei/
Resources West - www.resourceswest.
pe.ca
Skills Canada PEI - www.skillscanada.
pe.ca
PEI Student Connections - www.
studentconnections.ca/en/hollandcollege/homepage.asp
Workers Compensation Board of PEI -
www.wcb.pe.ca
Association of Canadian Community
Colleges - www.accc.ca
Atlantic Home Building & Renovation
Sector Council - www.ahbrsc.com
Atlantic Home Warranty Program - www.ahwp.org
Canada Business - www.cbsc.org
Canada Career Consortium - www.careerccc.org
Canada Career Information Partnership -www.ccip-picc.ca
Canada Mortgage and Housing
Corporation - www.cmhc.ca
Canada Revenue Agency - www.cra-arc.
gc.ca
On-line Links
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Scott DennisLarry Stewart Construction
Chris FournierTotally Tile
Greg MacEwenPrecise Plumbing
Dana Stewart
Jason BellPrompt Painting
Je ConollyConnolly-Myron Roong
Kent RossPrestige Kitchens
Eddie MacKennaEJs Concrete Services
Ricky ArsenaultWell Hung Drywall