Construction Labourer

Highstreet Ventures; Kamloops; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company in Kamloops is seeking a full-time Site Dynamo (Labourer) to join their construction team. The role involves various responsibilities at a fast-paced construction site, including loading materials, assisting equipment operators, and ensuring safety compliance. Candidates should have at least 2 years of labor experience, a valid driver's license, and a strong work ethic. A competitive salary of $31.25 per hour plus annual bonuses are offered, along with investment opportunities in company projects.

Benefits

Annual bonus based on company performance

Investment matching program

Monthly smartphone compensation

Qualifications

• 2+ years of labourer experience or similar.
• Valid Class 5 driver's license and reliable transportation.
• Good physical conditioning and stamina required.

Responsibilities

• Perform duties assigned by the Site Superintendent.
• Load and unload construction materials.
• Install and remove concrete forms and barricades.
• Adhere to relevant safety regulations.

Skills

Labourer experience

Construction procedures knowledge

Team player

Physical conditioning

Positive attitude

Education

Valid Class 5 driver’s license

Tools

Skid steer

Rough terrain forklift

Boom lifts

Excavator

Job description

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Do you enjoy making a difference? Do you like keeping things clean and orderly? Do you hate when company policy gets in the way of the right decision? Do you easily admit when you’re wrong? Do you have a great attitude, a strong work ethic and a desire to learn?

If you answered yes to these questions, we want to meet you! We’re currently looking for a full-time Site Dynamo (Labourer) to grow our construction team on our multi-building, wood-frame community currently under development in Kamloops, BC. Enjoy going to work and expand your skills with a professional, and supportive team.

WHY HIGHSTREET?

Highstreet is the largest developer, builder and operator of net-zero-ready homes in Canada and the only one offering double the standard warranty. We also manage our own growing portfolio of 1,400+ rental apartments with some of the highest customer service scores in any industry.

Our vision is that everyone in Highstreet’s community will want their friends to work with us, live with us and invest with us.

Help us achieve that vision.

CORE VALUES

• Humility grants us insight from others


• Inquisitive & learning continuously


• Guided by always doing what is right


• Honest, open and timely communication


• Responsible & accountable for our actions and decisions


• Determined to persevere, get results and “win” together

RESPONSIBILITIES

A Site Dynamo (Labourer) with Highstreet is a key part in the organization and upkeep of a fast-paced multi-family construction site. Specific duties include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Perform all duties assigned by the Site Superintendent or Assistant Site Superintendent


• Loading and unloading construction materials and moving materials to work areas


• Installing and removing concrete forms, scaffolding, ramps, catwalks and barricades at construction sites


• Help equipment operator, carpenter, and others when necessary


• Signaling equipment operator to guide them in moving equipment


• Removing rubble and other debris at construction sites using brooms, rakes, shovels, wheelbarrows, and other equipment


• Directing traffic at or near construction sites


• Adhere to relevant safety regulations


• Any other duties as reasonably assigned


• Work outside

QUALIFICATIONS / REQUIREMENTS

• 2+ years of labourer experience or similar role


• Valid Class 5 driver’s license and reliable transportation


• Possess general understanding of construction procedures, equipment and WorkSafe guidelines


• Have good physical conditioning and stamina


• Ticketed on skid steer, rough terrain forklift, boom lifts, and/or excavator would be an asset


• Basic carpentry and/or experience with tools would be an asset


• Highly motivated to learn in general but specifically about buildings, development and construction


• Communicate openly and ethically with a positive attitude


• Thrive working in a fast-paced environment


• Be a team player, be self‑motivated and efficient

COMPENSATION PACKAGE

Hourly Salary: $31.25 per hour

Annual Bonus: Highstreet pays an annual bonus based on company performance. A typical bonus for a Site Dynamo is approximately 14% of annual salary. Determined annually, the bonus could be more or less, depending on performance results.

Investment Opportunity: Highstreet encourages all employees to share in our success by offering the opportunity to invest in the projects we build and operate. To encourage employee investment, Highstreet matches employee investment at 50%, up to 20% of annual salary (i.e. for every $1 invested by the employee, Highstreet invests $0.50 on the employee’s behalf). The investments are TFSA and RRSP eligible.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Satisfactory criminal and credit check.


• Employees are required to have a smartphone and be willing to download certain apps for timekeeping etc. and will receive monthly compensation.

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