Labourer

Colas Canada Inc.; Whitehorse; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Colas Canada Inc. is seeking seasonal labourers for road construction operations in Whitehorse, Yukon. This role involves general labor tasks without prior experience necessary, requiring a Class 5 Drivers License preferred. Employees will work outdoors and must meet safety requirements while maintaining equipment and assisting operators in a dynamic work environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Benefits package

In-house training

Career advancement opportunities

Qualifications

• Junior position, no experience required.
• Must be physically able to work general labor.
• Must be physically able to repetitively lift and carry 50 LBS.

Responsibilities

• Perform general laborer duties associated with road construction operations.
• Aid equipment operators to enable focus on their jobs.
• Maintain the quality of materials and prepare tools for operations.

Education

Class 5 Drivers License or equivalent preferred

Job description

Terus Construction is an integrated road construction and materials manufacturing company, which has been building roads in British Columbia and the Yukon Territory for over 30 years through decentralized business centers.

Road construction, asphalt paving, aggregate production, hot mix asphalt and ready-mix concrete supply are the core activities. In addition, the Company acts as general contractor on civil construction projects, including excavation, utilities, concrete placement, sidewalks, and curbs, and in all kind of road construction related activities.

Over 800 jobs every year are performed through more than 20 decentralized business centers, such as highway rehabilitation, airport construction, industrial, municipal and commercial work, subdivisions. More than 550 employees are locally employed.

Terus Construction provides challenging and rewarding opportunities in an entrepreneurial, diverse, inclusive and respectful work environment. As our growth creates new career opportunities, likely there is the right one for you!

Mission

Terus Construction, a division of Colas Western Canada Inc., is hiring seasonal labourers for our operations in Whitehorse, Yukon.

Main Responsibilities

• General labourer duties associated with road construction operations
• Required ability to shovel, rake and handle other small tools
• Responsible for maintaining the quality of the mat by filling holes, raking, sweeping and get it ready for the rolling operation.
• Responsible for ensuring all the necessary tools are ready to go on the appropriate trucks for the day ahead.
• Aid the paver operator, screed operator, roller operator and foreman to enable them to focus on their jobs.
• Assist in keeping all the equipment fueled, watered, greased, and cleaned
• Operate equipment as needed
• Yard, plant and equipment clean up as needed
• Signal operators of construction equipment to facilitate alignment and movement of materials
• Follow instructions from supervisor/manager
• Perform other adhoc duties as required
  
  

Qualifications/Experience

• Class 5 Drivers License or equivalent preferred
• Junior position, no experience required
  
  

Working Conditions

• Overtime as required
• Work is performed in an outdoor setting, which could include inclement weather, heat and humidity, and exposure to dust and asphalt
• Must be physically able to work general labour
• Must be physically able to repetitively lift and carry 50 LBS as needed
• Use of personal protection equipment is required
• Must comply with the company’s drug and alcohol testing requirements
  
  

Compensation Data

The anticipated wage for this position is minimum $30/hour. The final compensation package will be determined based on factors including the candidate's job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

Terus Construction offers opportunities for qualified people who want to grow in our high-performance organization including competitive salary and benefits package, along with in-house training, an incredible work environment, and career advancement opportunities.

Must be able to meet all safety requirements including pre-employment drug/alcohol testing.

We would like to thank all applicants for submitting their resume. However only applicants selected to be interviewed will be contacted.