Labourer - BC

Milestone Environmental Contracting Inc.; City of Langley; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is searching for a dedicated field labourer to join their team. This role offers a unique opportunity to work on complex environmental projects that make a real difference. You'll collaborate closely with Superintendents to ensure that project needs are met efficiently while adhering to health and safety protocols. The work environment is dynamic and outdoor-focused, requiring adaptability to various weather conditions. If you're a motivated team player with a passion for environmental impact, this position is perfect for you. Join a company that values its people and is committed to professional growth and development.

Benefits

Competitive wages

Professional growth opportunities

Employee-owned company

Health and Safety training

Qualifications

• Experience as a labourer is an asset.
• Must have a driver's license and own transportation.

Responsibilities

• Assist Superintendents with site tasks on projects.
• Maintain equipment and tools while keeping sites clean.
• Ensure project needs are met following safety protocols.

Skills

Team player

Excellent planning and organization skills

Fluent in English

Disciplined and motivated

Ability to lift approximately 40lbs

Understanding of WorkSafe rules

Education

Grade 12 diploma or equivalent

Tools

Small site equipment

Job description

Do you love a challenge? Are you interested in doing more than just talking about saving the Environment? Milestone Environmental Contracting takes on some of the most complex environmental clean up projects across Canada, making a lasting benefit to our environment and our community. We specialize in soil and ground remediation, water treatment, heavy civil construction, building decommissioning, land reclamation and rehabilitating sensitive habitats. At Milestone, we dare our clients to let us help them tackle their toughest jobs! We are successful because we have the best team using the latest technology and techniques to develop innovative solutions in a fast paced and everchanging environment. We rarely do the same thing twice and always have fun while doing it. This can be a tough job and isn’t for everyone. Milestone is up to the challenge, are you?

What makes Milestone the place to work? We are a people first, employee-owned company that dedicates our time to saving the environment. We offer competitive wages and benefits, and we ensure all employees have the opportunity for professional growth and development. Other companies may say they are people first, but we live up to it. This is a promise we have been able to deliver on for the last 10 years and we continue growing stronger. If you think you are a fit, then we want you to grow with us.

Learn more about us and what we do on our website!

www.milestoneenv.ca

At Milestone, we collaborate relentlessly; we strive to inspire a diverse team of talent; we care, we are equitable, we are inclusive. We want every team member to feel and know they belong here. We are inspired by our people - the best in the business. Our work with Indigenous partners and communities has been a tremendous source of pride and learning for Milestone. We are committed to Indigenous Peoples as partners and employees. We have much to learn from all our partners and employees. We look forward to continuing to attract and retain the best people to tackle the most complex challenges of a cleaner world. Only through acknowledging and encouraging everyone’s potential and contributions will we succeed.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Milestone Environmental Contracting Inc. (MECI) is seeking a field labourer to assist Superintendents with site tasks on projects across the province.

This individual would be responsible for working directly with Superintendents to ensure project needs are met, in a timely manner, while following all Health and Safety protocols.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Keep training up to date in line with MECI programs.
• Keep the sites clean of debris.
• Maintain equipment and tools.
• Work closely with Supervisors around site equipment.
• Gain knowledge in small site equipment and get trained to use that equipment.
• Have some working knowledge of WorkSafe rules and regulations.
• Majority of time will be on project sites.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education Requirements:

• Grade 12 diploma or equivalent.

Experience Required:

• Experience working as a labourer is an asset.
• Experience in the Civil/Environmental industry is an asset.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Team player
• Disciplined and motivated, capable of high performance with minimal supervision
• Excellent planning and organization skills
• Fluent in English and can clearly communicate with Supervisors, Clients, and Coworkers.
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Must have Driver’s licence and own transportation.
• Able to perform physical activity on a regular basis.
• Ability to lift approximately 40lbs over your shoulder height.
• Able to understand and prioritize requests.
• Must be able to work outdoors in all types of weather.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Onsite work environment is outdoors and subject to all weather conditions. Must be willing to travel anywhere in the province. Out of province travel may also be required. Shift duration and frequency is variable and dependent on project and client requirements. Shifts can include weekends and holidays.