Skilled Labourer

NAC Ltd.; Innisfil; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

NAC Ltd. is seeking a Skilled Labourer to join their team in Ontario, specializing in water and wastewater construction. This role involves performing various physical tasks on construction sites, adhering to high safety and quality standards. Candidates with prior construction experience and relevant certifications will find excellent growth opportunities and benefits within the company.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Opportunities for career growth and financial assistance

Comprehensive benefits plan (dental, vision, health)

Employee & Family Assistance Program

Company matched pension plan

Additional time off between Christmas and New Year's

Community involvement opportunities

Friendly working environment

Numerous team activities and company events

Qualifications

• 3-5 years’ experience in the construction industry preferred.
• Experience with wood and advanced formwork systems is important.
• Ability to operate required equipment safely.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily site assessments to identify potential hazards.
• Execute site preparation and maintain clean-up duties.
• Assist with placing materials accurately as directed.

Skills

Leadership qualities

Knowledge of safe operation of tools

Workplace safety knowledge

Heavy lifting ability

Education

Valid WHMIS certificate

Elevated/Aerial Work Platform certificate

Health and Safety Awareness Training for Workers

Working at Heights/Fall Arrest certificate

Tools

Skid Steer

Telehandler

Job description

North America Construction (1993) Ltd. – NAC Constructors Ltd. (NAC) is well known for our expertise in water and wastewater construction across Canada. Our self-performing team of almost 500 skilled professionals and experts in trades and engineering, comprehensively handles projects, from conceptualization to delivery. We also have extensive experience in fields such as civil, structural, process mechanical, building mechanical, electrical and instrumentation work. At NAC, our priority is to maintain the highest level of quality and safety. The depth of our resources is evident in the variety of projects we construct; from water filtration to wastewater treatment; dams to ethanol; we build it all….and more!

Position Summary

Under the direction of the Civil Superintendent, the Skilled Labourer plays a crucial role in the successful completion of North America Construction (1993) Ltd./NAC Constructors Ltd. construction projects. This individual will be heavily involved in the construction process and perform tasks involving physical labour for heavy construction projects, including site preparation, maintenance, demolition and building of construction materials.Working in confined spaces, rigging and scaffolding are core functions of this role. The Skilled Labourer must perform all work to regulated organizational, provincial and federal standards and procedures.The ability to adhere to the highest standards of safety & quality are mandatory.The Labourer position consists of a graduated career succession of various levels.

Job Description

• Perform work in accordance with all organizational, provincial and federal health and safety standards and legislation, ensuring highest standard of safety is upheld.
• Perform daily site assessments, including identification of potential work site hazards.
• Prepare work areas for installation, performing all necessary excavation preparation.
• Perform site preparation and clean up duties.
• Manually or through the use of equipment, place materials accurately and according to drawings and/or direction.
• Assist with the placement and stripping of formwork as required.
• Material handling.
• Perform concrete placing and demolition and chipping of concrete.
• Rebar placing, while ensuring the importance of cover as per specifications.
• Maintain organizational services, facilities and equipment.
• Engage in all forms of labouring to assist in the successful completion of construction projects from start to finish.
• Tend to and operate a variety of machines and equipment necessary for the job, including light excavation equipment.
• Assist carpenters and various other trades as necessary.

Requirements

• 3-5 years’ experience working in the construction industry preferred
• Experience with wood and advanced formwork systems and occasional concrete placement
• Concrete finishing experience is an asset
• Concrete demolition experience
• Some light rigging and hoisting experience
• Ability to read basic drawings an asset
• Ability to take and follow instruction
• Ability to work with minimal supervision
• Possess leadership qualities
• Excellent attendance and attitude
• Knowledge of safe operation of tools
• Knowledge of workplace safety and safe lifting and handling procedures
• Heavy lifting may be required
• Ability to operate required equipment in a safe and responsible manner
• Valid WHMIS, Elevated/Aerial Work Platform, Health and Safety Awareness Training for Workers and Working at Heights/Fall Arrest certificates are required
• Skid Steer / Telehandler experience required

$23.36 - $40.45 an hour

NAC Offers:

- Competitive compensation

- Opportunities for career growth, development and advancement, including financial assistance

- Comprehensive benefit plan (dental, vision, health, etc.)

- Employee & Family Assistance Program

- Excellent company matched pension plan

- Registered Retirement Savings Plans

- Additional time off between Christmas and New Year’s Day

- Community involvement opportunities

- Friendly working environment

- Numerous team activities and various company events

NAC is committed to providing equal opportunities for all individuals to achieve their goals. If you feel that you need accommodations during the recruitment and selection process because of illness/disability, please contact Human Resources for further information