Labourers 1 & 2

NAC is currently seeking entry level labourers (level 1 or 2) to join our Water supply Plant & Port of Newcastle Sewage Pumping Station in Newcastle, ON- Location:

- 5 Lakebreeze Drive, Newcastle, ON, L1B 1M8**Summary**:
The Civil Construction Labourer plays a crucial role in the successful completion of North America Construction (1993) Ltd. construction projects. This individual will be involved in the construction process and will be responsible for such things as material handling, general clean up, light scaffold erection, stripping of formwork, site maintenance (snow shoveling, lighting, cleaning trailers and small equipment operation. The entry level Labourer will 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.

**Job Duties**:

- Perform site preparation and general clean up duties of site.
- Restocking supplies.
- Miscellaneous Traffic control.
- Perform work in accordance with all organizational, as well as 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.
- Perform required excavations to create trenches utilizing equipment or when necessary through manual digging.
- Load, unload, move material manually or by using material handling equipment
- Manually or through the use of equipment, place materials accurately and according to drawings.
- Assist with the placement and stripping of formwork as required.
- Backfill trenches with required materials upon completion of job.
- Provide manual labour assistance as required.
- 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.
- Assist site trades people as necessary.

**Requirements**:

- Previous construction experience considered an asset.
- Effective verbal communication skills.
- Active listening skills considered essential.
- Ability to take and follow instruction.
- Knowledge of safe operation of tools.
- Knowledge of workplace safety and safe lifting and handling procedures.
- Time management skills.
- Valid WHMIS, Health and Safety Awareness Training for Workers and Working at Heights/Fall Arrest certificates are required.

**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 a**n**d 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.