Lead Hand

Where is the most beautiful and scenic place you have ever been? How would you like to work there everyday?

43K Wilderness Solutions is looking for permanent, full‐time Builder 2’s (Lead Hand) to work under the supervision of the site Foreman or Forewoman in Vancouver Island’s most beautiful and remote wilderness areas. The job will require you to be boots on the ground and includes some supervisory duties when the Foreman is away from site or needs assistance. We are looking for people with some supervision experience and diverse construction knowledge including framing, concrete and metal who also enjoy working in wild places. 43K offers competitive wages and benefits, including full health and dental, professional development opportunities and gear allowances.

43K’s specialty is working in challenging wilderness environments, often without electricity or other services. The job will require you to work out of town, in camp on long shifts. Our projects are always different ‐ from helicopter access bridges to trail construction to installing off‐the‐grid buildings ‐ we never do the same thing twice. A large portion of our projects include working with local communities and local First Nations.

Our current projects are located on the Juan de Fuca Trail, on Vancouver Island’s wild west coast in Clayoquot Sound and the Great Bear Rainforest as well as other areas of remote coastal British Columbia.

If you have supervisory and construction experience, enjoy spending time in the backcountry and are looking for a new challenge we would love to meet you

**Responsibilities**
- Able to build with mínimal supervision
- Able to supervise job site,crew and subcontractors temporarily when Foreperson isn’t on site
- Able to assist foreman or forewoman with coordination of daily site activities like toolbox meetings, ensuring safety compliance, check ins, time cards, etc.
- Operate a variety of hand and power tools, small machinery, chainsaws, survey equipment, etc.
- Work on all aspects of the build with limited amenities
- Follow Occupational Health and Safety Work Plans and Environmental Management Plans
- Work independently in small crews to execute work plans
- Working within local, remote communities with the utmost respect for them and their unique experiences
- Safely maintain equipment and clean job sites

**Relevant Qualifications**
- Minimum of 3 years of relevant construction experience or equivalent
- Minimum of 1 year supervisor experience is an asset
- Knowledge of Worksafe BC and other Health and Safety regulations and processes
- Power tool experience, including chainsaws
- Backcountry experience, including hiking, camping, backpacking, etc.
- Work camp experience is an asset
- A positive attitude, strong work ethic, and ability to motivate team members
- Class 5 Driver’s License and trailer towing experience
- OFA Level 1 (required for all successful applicants) with transportation endorsement; OFA Level 3 considered an asset.

**Job Conditions**
- Working in physically challenging, unserviced, remote locations
- Working in “camp” (tents, yurts, cabins, hotels, vacation rentals)
- Working long shifts
- Driving on gravel roads, pulling small trailers
- Working in and around helicopters, barges and boats
- Working in adverse and varied weather conditions twelve months of the year

**Why Join Us**
- Trust in Us and the Solutions We Provide
- Respect for Nature and the Communities we Elevate
- Dependable Results for All Projects and Locations
- Passion for What We Do and Where We Work

**Benefits Package**
- Competitive hourly wages ranging from $28.00-35.00 based on experience and ability
- Full extended health and dental benefits plan
- Equipment allowance of $200
- Paid Personal Park Days
- Flexible schedule and appreciation for work‐life balance

**Application Process**

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Salary**: $28.00-$35.00 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care

Application question(s):

- Do you have experience living and working in remote camp environments?
- How many years of Supervisory experience do you have?

**Experience**:

- Construction: 3 years (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

- OFA 1 or equivalent (preferred)
- Driver's license (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 2023-03-15