Construction Labourer

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Overview

The Laborer position involves performing various duties on projects, including transferring between tasks as demands require. Responsibilities include operating hand and power tools, equipment, and completing general labor tasks such as site cleaning and preparation.

The incumbent acts as the company's ambassador to the public, clients, testing agencies, government bodies, subcontractors, and suppliers. They are expected to behave responsibly and professionally, ensuring safety, quality workmanship, environmental mindfulness, and site tidiness.

We are currently hiring Construction Labourers for our Winvan division (Road Building) to join our Paving, Grading, and Milling crews. This unionized, outdoor position requires employees to have access to a vehicle and a valid driver’s license.

Why work for Winvan Paving?

• Union pension and benefits
• Company longevity
• Commitment to health and safety
• Hands-on technical experience
• Apprenticeship top-up and retention bonus
• Referral bonus
• Weekly pay
• In-house training and development into supervisory, management, and estimating roles

Roles & Responsibilities

Day-to-day activities include:

• Upholding safety standards
• Operating tools and equipment
• Following supervisor instructions
• Assisting in training new employees
• Preparing, digging, spreading, and leveling materials
• Lifting and carrying materials and tools
• Assisting with traffic control devices

Requirements

• Focus on safety
• Previous construction experience preferred
• Professional and courteous attitude
• Punctuality
• Willingness to work nights, weekends, and overtime
• Team-oriented attitude
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs safely
• Skidsteer experience is an asset

• Entry level

• Full-time

• Management and Manufacturing

• Wholesale Building Materials