Trades Trainee Job Prince George area,BC Canada,Trades / Skilled Labor

Job Summary

The Trades Trainee is an entry level role that provides job and crew support while being trained with supervised exposure to the Powerline Technician (PLT) trade. The Trades Trainee will be provided with the knowledge and basic job skills for entry into the PLT Apprenticeship Program. The Trades Trainee must possess the ability to work at heights, confined spaces, trenches, and excavations, have good hand-eye coordination, be precise and detailed, and have the ability to read and interpret blueprints.

Pay rate: $35.13 per hour

Location:

Burnaby, Surrey, Dawson Creek, Prince George BC

Job Type: Full Time

Responsibilities

Performs physical labour duties as a PLT assistant to help Journeyman workers

Operates forklifts, carts, dollies and other equipment, as required

Assists with snow removal and yard access requirements

Loads, unloads and moves materials around the worksite

Moves and secures company equipment and vehicles, as needed

Assists with cleaning, recycling and waste disposal

Works with hand and power tools, as required

Assists with ordering supplies and maintenance materials

Maintains clean and organized work environment

Assists with maintaining a safe work environment and adheres to occupational health and safety regulations

Participates in health and safety related duties

Other general yard and maintenance duties, as needed

Skills & Abilities

Ability to work both indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions

Travel to off-site locations may be required

Able to lift up to 50 pounds, carry out a variety of duties requiring significant physical effort, crouch and bend through the shift

Excellent communications and organizational skills

Able to work independently in a busy environment

Positive attitude and a willingness to learn

Able to work efficiently with others

A high commitment to personal safety and the safety of others

Strong “can-do” approach to work

Able to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing

Education, Training & Experience

Experience running construction equipment is an asset

Mechanical aptitude such as construction experience, mechanics, or exposure to trades

Must have a valid Class 3 Driver’s License at a minimum (Preferred Class
1)


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