General Labourer (Water Damage) – Prince George

On Side; Prince George; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extended health coverage

EAP

RRSP with company matching

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

On Side in Prince George, BC is hiring Labourers to assist Water Damage Technicians in disaster restoration projects. You’ll learn on the job, support restoration tasks, and grow into a Tech role through hands-on training.

The position offers steady hours, overtime opportunities, and benefits including extended health coverage, EAP, and group RRSP with company matching. A safety-focused mindset and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• physically fit and able to perform demanding restoration tasks
• able to use hand and power tools safely
• mechanically inclined with problem-solving mindset
• interest in demolition and emergency mitigation
• comfortable with learning new software/applications
• follow all safety requirements, PPE usage, and safety rules
• curious about how things work
• strong teamwork and clear communication skills
• attention to detail and ability to follow directions
• safety-minded approach to all tasks
• valid driver’s license and clean driving record

Responsibilities

• Clean and restore areas impacted by water-related disasters
• Assist technicians with restoration tasks
• Perform demolition of affected structures and materials
• Set up and monitor drying equipment
• Support emergency mitigation efforts as needed

Skills

Physical fitness

Tool proficiency

Mechanical aptitude

Demolition interest

Tech savviness

Safety mindset

Teamwork and communication

Attention to detail

Curiosity

Driver's license

English communication

Job description

• Prince George, BC

Position Summary

Labourers at On Side are important team members who help rebuild and restore damaged property, anywhere and anytime disaster strikes. Willing to learn, eager to being taught and full of ambition, the Labourer knows they’re going places in life and this is the first stop on the way to success!

Water damage in a home or business is one of the most stressful events our clients might ever experience. At On Side, Water Damage Technicians (WDTs) go wherever a burst pipe, blocked drain, sewer backup or other water-related disaster calls.

Working directly with the Water Damage Technicians, learning the ropes, this position is the steppingstone to becoming a Tech!

(This posting reflects an existing vacancy)

Compensation

• Salary Range: $22-$26/hour
• Overtime opportunities (where applicable)
• On-call premium and overtime paid for rotating coverage
• Extended health coverage (medical, dental, vision, etc.)
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Group RRSP, with company matching DPSP
• Life and disability insurance
• Opportunities for advancement and internal mobility

What You’ll Do

• Clean and restore areas impacted by water-related disasters
• Assist technicians with restoration tasks
• Perform demolition of affected structures and materials
• Set up and monitor drying equipment
• Support emergency mitigation efforts as needed

What You Bring

• Physically fit— water damage can, at times, include heavy lifting and getting into (and out of) tight places
• Understanding and experience using hand and power tools
• Mechanical aptitude— you can look at something and just know how it works
• Interest in demolition and emergency mitigation
• Tech savviness (capability to learn applications and computer programs as required)
• Willingness to follow all company safety requirements including wearing full PPE as required: Full face masks require clean shave (if applicable)
• Curious nature, always want to know how things happen
• Strong people, teamwork and communication skills
• Attention to detail, ability to follow directions
• A safety mindset
• Valid driver’s licence, clean drivers abstract and a clean criminal record (we do check)
• Ability to communicate effectively in English, both written and verbal

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• A workplace that values respect, integrity, generosity, excellence and being customer driven
• Opportunities to grow your career and learn from the best in the industry
• A culture that celebrates teamwork, inclusion, and customer-driven service

Of Note:

Disasters can strike at any time so a rotating schedule of 24/7 after hours on-call work is a requirement. Meaning you’ll work regular weekday hours and participate in a rotating after-hours on-call schedule.

At OnSide, everything starts with people. We live our values — respect, integrity, generosity, excellence, and customerfocus — in everything we do.
Join a team that helps families, businesses, and communities rebuild when it matters most.You’llcontribute to a workplace where people come together to bringorderto chaos.
Make a real impact, do work that matters, and grow your career with us.

*Your application is always reviewed by real people. Wedon’tuse artificial intelligence to screen, assess, or select applicants for this role.