Labourer (NOC 7611)

Labourers perform a wide range of duties for the managers and supervisors to facilitate the efficient operation of the organization.

Duties

In general, duties would be to assist with:

• Load and unload construction materials, and move materials to work areas
• Put up and take down work benches
• Move tools to work area and cleanup work area as required and at end of day
• Clean up debris and tools, pile salvaged materials and leave yard “like it was your own” at the end of the day 
• Mix and pour Post Haste when needed

• Must be able to lift 50lbs bags of Post Haste
• Assist in building fence construction activities
• Help skid steer operator secure special attachments to equipment, signal operator to guide them in moving equipment, and provide assistance in other activities
• Digging holes for the fence, when required
• Using manual, power, and battery-operated tools, such as wheelbarrow, pry bar, skill saw, reciprocal saw, drills, portable router, hammer drill, gas post pounder, levels, shovels, rakes and other equipment
• Work takes place mostly outdoors in various weather conditions but also inside the shop from time to time
• Perform other activities on site as directed

Education and Experience

• Grade 12 Diploma
• Valid BC Driver’s License
• Knowledge of computers and relevant software including MS Office and social media platforms
• Internet skills including use of e-mails, group messaging and information gathering
• Knowledge of customer service principles and practices

Key Competencies / Aspects

• Willingness to train in a variety of areas
• Installation
• Operation and control
• Monitoring
• Coordination
• Quality control Analysis
• Troubleshooting
• Equipment maintenance
• Equipment selection
• Organization and planning skills
• Work and time management and prioritizing skills
• Active listening skills
• Active learning
• Verbal and written communication skills
• Reading comprehension
• Problem solving ability
• Attention to detail
• Takes initiative
• Numerical and literacy skills
• Service orientation
• Critical thinking
• Accuracy
• Flexibility
• Reliability
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment
• Teamwork

Additional Requirements

• Employee will be required to wear basic PPE (steel toed boots, bright safety vest, eye protection, ear protection and gloves) 
• Must not have allergies to animals due to working environment
• Must be able to pass spontaneous drug/alcohol testing, if required
• Must adhere to company Vision, Mission and Core Values
• Must adhere to company Health & Safety Plan
• No smokers please due to working environment and on-site safety concerns
• First Aid training would be an asset
• WHIMIS training would be an asset
• Prior experience would be an asset
• Heavy Trailer Endorsement would be an asset

This position will be seasonal to start; however, we are seeking a long-term team member.  If the successful candidate is interested in further opportunity (post Covid-19 restrictions) there is a possibility of Skid Steer Operation, CNC Router, Shipping/Receiving and Delivery training, as well as further Health and Safety training.