General Labourer - BarW

United Farmers of Alberta Co-operative Limited; Alberta; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated General Labourer to join their dynamic team. This role involves performing essential physical tasks on project sites, operating various hand and power tools, and ensuring a clean and safe work environment. The ideal candidate will have a strong commitment to safety and teamwork, with the ability to endure long hours and varying weather conditions. With competitive compensation and a variety of employer-paid benefits, this opportunity offers a chance to grow within a supportive and inclusive workplace culture. If you're ready to contribute to impactful projects with a leading organization, this position is for you.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Employer paid health benefits

RRSP program

Paid vacation

Employee assistance program

Career progression opportunities

Safety program

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Previous laborer and/or construction experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate power tools and maintain a safe job site.
• Assist with loading and unloading construction materials.

Skills

Physical labor

Safety procedures

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Power tools (drills, forklifts)

Job description

Department: Petroleum Operations
Employment Type: Full-Time
Requisition ID: 783
Date Posted: January 31, 2025
Closing Date: February 14, 2025 or until filled

Position Summary:

Reporting to the Manager, Construction, the General Labourer will perform tasks involving physical labor on project and/or service sites. May operate hand and power tools/equipment required for project. Clean and prepare sites, dig trenches, clean debris and assist in all project related duties. Load, unload and assist with install of project parts/material and supplies.

Why work at BarW?

• Competitive compensation, annual incentive program and overtime eligible.
• Employer paid benefits: health, dental, health care spending account, personal spending account (health and fitness) & more.
• RRSP program.
• Paid vacation.
• Employee and family assistance program.
• Career progression with an industry leading team of experts.
• Company/Personal safety program.

What will you be doing?

• Operate a variety of power tools (drills, forklifts, etc.).
• Prepare and clean site as needed; disposing of debris and waste.
• Follow all safety procedures on the job site and report violations to supervisor.
• Load and unload construction materials, tools, and supplies.
• Maintain a safe and clean job site.
• Assist site supervisor with other construction duties.

Minimum Requirements:

• High school or equivalent.
• Possess a valid class 5 driver’s license.
• Previous laborer and/or construction experience.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Endure long hours and different weather conditions.
• Apply all safety rules and regulations to job.

This is a safety sensitive position as will be on site at UFA/BarW facilities and will be using UFA/BarW material handling equipment. The successful applicant will be required to pass (negative result) a drug and alcohol screening test as a condition of employment.

Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging
At UFA we care about the lives of our employees, members, customers, elected officials, and partners. This includes their whole selves and what makes them unique. We strive to create an inclusive environment that welcomes employees from diverse populations and backgrounds, where everyone can do their best work. In our world of agriculture, it takes time for growth; this is our seed to grow inclusion and belonging at UFA.
If you require accommodation in submitting this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to [e-mail].

We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview.