Labourer

Kibbi Technologies Inc.; Wadena; On-site; CAD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly wage

Health benefits

Pension program

Vacation pay

Boot allowance

Clothing allowance

Apprenticeship enrollment

Family oriented environment

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Forbes Bros. Group of Companies is seeking a Labourer for full-time, permanent roles at transmission construction projects in Canada.

You will perform physical tasks, assist crews, and help prepare sites while adhering to safety standards. The role offers competitive hourly pay starting at CAD 25, plus benefits such as health coverage, a pension program, vacation and holiday pay, boot and clothing allowances, apprenticeship opportunities, and potential career growth within a family-oriented

Qualifications

• General knowledge of construction principles and maintenance methods.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to work in a team.
• Willingness to travel for overtime/weekend schedules as project needs arise.
• Physically fit and able to perform manual labour in varying weather conditions.
• Valid Class 5A driver’s license, Class 1A preferred.

Responsibilities

• Emulates Forbes Bros core value of WE WORK SAFE in daily tasks.
• Digging and back-filling trenches.
• Pulling and placing underground and overhead cables.
• Carrying and moving materials as needed.
• Operating small equipment and hand tools.
• Spotting for vehicles and equipment.
• Site setup and cleanup, removing debris and dangerous materials.
• Assisting craft/crew members as directed.
• Following instructions and adhering to safe work practices.
• Developing skills on varied and challenging tasks.
• Working safely and contributing to safety improvements.
• Performing additional tasks as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Safety conscious

Driver's license

Job description

Forbes Bros. Group of Companies delivers transmission, distribution, substation, and related power infrastructure projects across Canada and the United States.

Our work spans field construction, project delivery, operations, and corporate support in an environment where safety, execution, and reliability matter.

Position Summary

The Labourer (full-time, permanent) will perform basic tasks involving physical labor in assembly yards at transmission construction projects. They may clean and prepare sites, clean up rubble and debris, and remove potentially hazardous waste materials. Position, join, align, and steal structural components. Labourer's may assist other craft workers.

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly wage (starting at $25)
• Comprehensive health benefits plan
• Enrolment in Pension Program
• Vacation pay & Stat Holiday pay
• Annual boot allowance of $250 & annual clothing allowance of up to $900
• Opportunity for Apprenticeship enrollment
• Family orientated working environment
• Opportunities for career growth and development

CORE RESPONSBILITIES

• Emulates Forbes Bros core value of 'WE WORK SAFE' in all daily tasks
• Digging and back-filling trenches
• Pulling and placing underground and overhead cables
• Carrying and moving materials as needed
• Operating small equipment and hand tools
• Spotting for vehicles and equipment
• Site setup and cleanup, ensuring trash, debris and other potential dangerous materials from the construction site are removed
• Assisting craft/crew members with work as directed
• Following instruction and adhering to safe work practices
• Development of skills on varied and challenging tasks
• Work safely and contribute to safety improvement initiatives
• Performing additional tasks and duties as assigned

Candidate Requirements

• General knowledge of the principals involved in the operation of construction, maintenance methods and procedures is required
• Strong communication skills with the ability to work in a team to efficiently and effectively complete jobs within deadlines
• Ability to travel to frequent overtime hours and weekend hours as required to accommodate to project schedules and needs
• Physically fit and able to perform manual labour in varying weather conditions and environments, inclusive of heavy lifting
• Valid Class 5A driver’s licence with a clean/acceptable driver’s abstract; Class 1A driver’s licence highly preferred.

The range shown is the expected base pay range for this role. Final compensation will be determined based on role requirements, experience, qualifications, work location, applicable project/site requirements, internal equity, and any applicable collective agreement or union requirements.This range does not include overtime, premiums, per diem / LOA, bonuses, benefits, or other forms of compensation unless specifically stated in the job posting.

Base Pay Range: $25 CAD - $25 CAD

Forbes Bros. Group of Companies and its affiliated entities are committed to providing a respectful and accessible recruitment process.

Employment is subject to the requirements of the applicable role, location, project, and employing entity. Depending on the position, this may include verification of work authorization, background screening, driver abstract, drug and alcohol screening, credential verification, client/site access requirements, and other pre-employment conditions permitted by applicable law.

Applicants who require accommodation during the recruitment process are encouraged to contact the recruitment team.