Skilled Labourer

Sierra Construction; Woodstock; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Sierra Construction in Woodstock, Canada, is seeking a Skilled Labourer IV to lead by example on bridge and heavy civil projects. This senior role focuses on safety, high workmanship, and productive execution under the Working Foreperson and Superintendent.

You will perform advanced hands-on tasks, support short-interval planning, mentor junior labourers, coordinate tools and materials, and ensure work aligns with drawings and specifications.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of bridge/heavy civil construction experience.
• Ability to read and interpret basic drawings.
• Strong safety awareness around lifts, heights and concrete operations.
• Proficiency with advanced hand tools and small equipment used in bridge construction; tickets/certifications considered assets.
• Strong teamwork, communication, problem-solving, and mentoring capability.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying conditions and perform physically demanding tasks.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to job sites.

Responsibilities

• Follow and reinforce all company safety policies and site rules.
• Lead by example with PPE compliance and stop-work authority when unsafe.
• Inspect tools, rigging, and equipment; remove damaged items from service.
• Support layout and installation checks including lines, grades, elevations and tolerances.
• Coordinate materials, tools, and consumables to reduce downtime and keep crew productive.
• Provide guidance and coaching to Skilled Labourers I–III and General Labourers.
• Assist the Working Foreperson with crew coordination and task sequencing.
• Perform safe material handling including lifting, staging, loading/unloading, and stockpile organization.
• Communicate progress, constraints, and hazards to supervision.
• Support onboarding of new workers by reinforcing site rules and safe work expectations.

Skills

Bridge construction

Reading drawings

Safety awareness

Mentoring

Teamwork

Physical stamina

Driver's license

Travel to sites

Job description

Reporting to the Superintendent, the Skilled Labourer IV is a senior, highly capable field team member responsible for leading by example in safe execution, quality workmanship, and productivity on bridge and heavy civil projects. This role performs complex hands-on construction tasks, supports short-interval planning, mentor’s junior labourers, coordinates tools and materials for the crew, and helps ensure work is completed to drawings, specifications, and project requirements. The role receives day-to-day direction from the Working Foreperson and/or Superintendent as assigned.

Key Responsibilities:

• Follow and reinforce all company safety policies, site rules, and legislative requirements.
• Participate in daily hazard assessments and ensure controls are in place before starting work.
• Lead by example with PPE compliance, safe work practices, and stop-work authority when conditions are unsafe.
• Inspect tools, rigging, and equipment prior to use and remove damaged or unsafe items from service.
• Report hazards, near misses, incidents, and quality concerns immediately and support corrective actions.
• Perform advanced bridge construction tasks including formwork installation, rebar placement support, concrete placed works support, demolition support, and restoration activities as assigned.
• Support layout and installation checks including lines, grades, elevations, and tolerances under supervision.
• Install and maintain temporary works such as shoring components, barriers, access platforms, and protection systems as directed.
• Operate and maintain advanced hand tools and small equipment safely, efficiently, and within certification limits where applicable.
• Execute work to drawings, specifications, and direction from the Working Foreperson and Superintendent.
• Support daily work planning by reviewing tasks, identifying constraints, and preparing work areas for efficient execution.
• Coordinate materials, tools, and consumables to reduce downtime and keep the crew working productively.
• Identify access or sequencing issues early and communicate them to the Working Foreperson.
• Support productivity tracking by communicating production quantities, completed work, and lost time causes as requested.
• Maintain high workmanship standards and verify readiness before work proceeds.
• Protect completed work, maintain housekeeping, and prevent damage or contamination of work areas.
• Support inspections and testing activities by ensuring work areas are accessible, clean, and ready for review.
• Identify potential deficiencies early and correct issues before they become rework.
• Provide guidance and coaching to Skilled Labourers I–III and General Labourers to improve safe work and workmanship.
• Support onboarding of new workers by reinforcing site rules, safe work expectations, and task methods.
• Assist the Working Foreperson with crew coordination and task sequencing when requested.
• Perform safe material handling including lifting, staging, loading/unloading, and stockpile organization.
• Support safe rigging practices and lifting operations under the direction of qualified personnel and supervision.
• Maintain organized tool storage, equipment staging, and laydown areas in coordination with the crew.
• Communicate progress, constraints, and hazards clearly to the Working Foreperson and Superintendent.
• Provide accurate field information to support daily records including photos, delivery ticket support, and basic production notes when requested.
• Communicate professionally with subcontractors, inspectors, and other site stakeholders as directed by supervision.
• Adhere to all company policies and procedures
• Perform any other duties that may be assigned, whether specifically or generally related to the role

Required Knowledge and Experience:

• 5+ years of bridge/heavy civil construction experience with demonstrated advanced field capability.
• Strong understanding of typical bridge construction activities including formwork, reinforcing, concrete works support, demolition support, and restoration.
• Ability to read and interpret basic drawings, sketches, and instructions and execute work to specification.
• Strong safety awareness and experience working around high-risk activities including lifts, traffic exposure, work at heights, and concrete operations.
• Proficiency with advanced hand tools and small equipment used in bridge construction; tickets/certifications considered assets where applicable.
• Strong teamwork, communication, problem-solving, and mentoring capability.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying conditions and perform physically demanding tasks.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to job sites as required.

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