General Laborer

Aerotek; Conklin; On-site; CAD 47,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Aerotek is hiring a General Labourer for a large-scale lagoon construction project in Conklin, Alberta. You will work outdoors on uneven ground, supporting backfilling, liner installation, and material handling while coordinating with heavy equipment operators.

The role runs 12-hour shifts with a 21-day rotation, camp accommodations nearby, and travel-time compensation from Edmonton. Safety-focused and reliable candidates are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Able to perform 12-hour shifts in construction.
• Comfort with outdoor labour in all weather.
• Active Ground Disturbance Level 1 certification.
• Experience with underground utilities and underground construction environments.
• Reliability in long shifts and extended rotations.

Responsibilities

• Backfill groundwater drainage and underground piping with operators.
• Shovel and rake materials for underground utility and lagoon construction.
• Assist with liner installation and securing liner materials.
• Handle general material movement around the site.
• Follow safety instructions around heavy equipment and underground operations.
• Record daily hours using the timecard app weekly.
• Potential to progress into operating heavy equipment based on performance.

Skills

Shovel and rake

Outdoor labour

12-hour shifts

Safety awareness

Team coordination

Tools

Skid steer

Rock trucks

Road packers

Excavators

Backhoes

Job description

Job Title: General Labourer Large-Scale Lagoon Construction Project

Job Description

This role supports a large lagoon construction project in Conklin, Alberta, working closely with heavy equipment operators to backfill groundwater drainage piping, install liners, and handle materials. You will perform physically demanding outdoor labour on uneven terrain in all weather conditions while maintaining a strong focus on safety around active heavy equipment and underground operations.

Responsibilities

• Work in tandem with heavy equipment operators to backfill groundwater drainage and underground piping systems.
• Shovel and rake gravel and other materials to support underground utility and lagoon construction activities.
• Assist with liner installation, including handling, positioning, and securing liner materials as directed.
• Support general material handling, including loading, unloading, and moving materials around the site.
• Follow all safety instructions and site protocols when working around active heavy equipment and underground operations.
• Navigated and work safely on uneven, muddy, dusty, or otherwise challenging ground conditions.
• Perform repetitive lifting of materials up to 50 lbs throughout a 12-hour shift.
• Work outdoors in all weather conditions, including rain, cold, heat, and wind, while maintaining productivity and safety.
• Communicate effectively with equipment operators and crew members to coordinate tasks and maintain safe work zones.
• Adhere to ground disturbance and underground construction procedures as directed by site supervision.
• Record and submit daily working hours accurately using the designated timecard application on a weekly basis.
• Demonstrate initiative and a willingness to learn, with the potential to progress into operating heavy equipment such as rock trucks or road packers.

Essential Skills

• Ability to effectively take instruction from heavy equipment operators and follow directions consistently.
• Comfort with general labour duties, including shoveling, raking, walking up and down uneven ground, and repetitive lifting of up to 50 lbs.
• Comfort working outdoors in all weather conditions for extended periods.
• Experience working 12-hour shifts in the construction industry.
• Ability to work safely around active heavy equipment and underground operations while understanding and following safety instructions.
• Active Ground Disturbance Level 1 certification.
• Basic understanding of underground utilities and underground construction environments.
• Physical stamina and endurance to perform continuous manual labour over 12-hour shifts and 21-day rotations.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience operating a skid steer.
• Experience operating heavy equipment such as rock trucks, road packers, excavators, dozers, mini excavators, or backhoes.
• Experience with underground utility installation.
• Previous experience on large civil, earthworks, or lagoon projects is an asset.
• Strong communication skills to coordinate effectively with operators and crew members.
• Demonstrated reliability in attending long shifts and extended rotations.
• Willingness to learn and develop into heavy equipment operation roles based on performance.

Why Work Here?

You will join a project that offers long-term employment potential and clear opportunities for growth, including the chance for strong performers to move into heavy equipment operation roles. The role provides competitive compensation, overtime opportunities, and a structured rotation that allows for extended time off. Camp accommodations, including food and housing located close to the worksite, help simplify life while on rotation. Travel time from Edmonton to the site is compensated, supporting a fair and transparent work arrangement. You will work in a team-focused environment that values safety, initiative, and the development of your skills over time.

Work Environment

The position is based on an active construction site in Conklin, Alberta, working on uneven ground and around heavy equipment and underground operations. Work is entirely outdoors in all weather conditions, including rain, mud, dust, heat, and cold. Conditions can be muddy or dusty depending on the weather, and heavy rain in northern Alberta may occasionally pause work, with workers sent home until the site is safe and dry enough to resume. Shifts run 12 hours per day starting at 7:00 a.m., with overtime applicable after 8 hours in a day. The rotation schedule is 21 days on followed by 4 days off. Camp accommodations are provided, including food and housing located approximately five minutes from the worksite. Workers may drive themselves to the site and will receive compensation for travel time from Edmonton. Appropriate attire includes rubber steel-toe boots and clothing suitable for all weather conditions. Workers are required to enter their hours daily into a dedicated timecard app and submit them weekly to ensure accurate pay.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Conklin, AB.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $26.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Conklin, AB.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Conklin,AB.

À propos d'Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. fournit des solutions de dotation en personnel et de services dans les domaines de la fabrication, de la logistique, de la construction, de laviation, des installations et de la maintenance. Nous offrons lexpertise, les solutions et les personnes nécessaires pour relever les défis de lindustrie nord-américaine. Basée à Hanover, au Maryland, Aerotek exploite un réseau unifié de plus de 200 bureaux à travers lAmérique du Nord, soutenant plus de 18 000 clients chaque année. Aerotek est une entreprise du groupe Allegis, leader mondial en ressources humaines et solutions daffaires. Pour en savoir plus, visitez: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offre un salaire hebdomadaire, des avantages sociaux y compris des soins médicaux, des soins dentaires et des soins de la vue, ainsi quun programme daide aux employés et un programme de rabais.

La société souscrit au principe dégalité daccès à lemploi et examinera toutes les candidatures sans tenir compte de la race, du sexe, de lâge, de la couleur, de la religion, de l'origine nationale, du statut de vétéran, de handicap, de lorientation sexuelle, de lidentité de genre, de linformation génétique ou de toute autre caractéristique protégée par la loi.

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About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, employee assistance and discount programs.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.