Paint Stripper

Job description

**About Heritage Grade**

Heritage Grade, a division of Asbex Ltd., is one of Canada’s leading heritage restoration companies. Since 1994, Heritage Grade has been a leader in the restoration and conservation of heritage buildings and monuments throughout Canada. From Parliament Hill in Ottawa to Confederation Hall in PEI, Heritage Grade has restored many of the most iconic and historically significant buildings and monuments in North America.

**Why Heritage Grade?**

You will have the opportunity to be part of a team working on some of the most challenging and high-profile restoration projects in Canada. You will be in a highly collaborative work environment that will challenge you to come up with innovative solutions on projects that are important to all Canadians. Your work will be important and memorable. You will have the satisfaction of knowing that millions of people will see your work and be awed by its beauty.

We take safety and compliance very seriously. We invest heavily in advanced training programs for all of our staff and workers. Our asbestos technicians are trained to a standard that meets and exceeds all Provincial and Federal standards. Our highly trained technicians are able to complete difficult projects in a timely manner. Our seamless integration into commercial and residential projects has set Asbex apart from our competition by minimizing the complications of working with hazardous materials.

**Responsibilities**:
The Paint Stripper follows a set of procedures to strip paint from walls and ceilings in heritage buildings while controlling the release of, or removing, asbestos fibers from asbestos-containing materials. Pay and benefits will be paid in line with the Local 200 IUPAT Collective Agreement.
- Install and erect containment and decontamination systems.
- Demolish, remove, and dispose of a variety of building products.
- Assemble and disassemble scaffolding.
- Work on ladders, scaffolding and/or articulated and scissor lifts.
- Clean company equipment and clean the work site.
- Remove and package hazardous materials.
- Comply with prescribed safety procedures and regulations.
- Follow safe work practices and report safety issues.

**Qualifications and Requirements**
- Be or become a member of the Local 200 International Union of Painters and Allied Trades
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Possess good English language skills
- Ability to wear a respirator and coveralls up to 8 hours per day.
- Able to follow instructions and work independently, as well as on a team
- Knowledge of job site safety rules and regulations (Occupational Health and Safety)
- Must be reliable, punctual, highly organized
- Can lift, carry, move up to 26kg/57lbs without assistance and up to 34kg/75lbs with assistance.
- Must have the strength to work overhead for extended periods of time.
- Must have completed the Working at Heights, WHMIS and Lead Awareness training programs.
- Must be in possession of security clearance (Reliability).
- Asbex is committed to providing accommodations for applicants with disabilities_ _during all parts of the hiring process, upon request. If contacted, please advise us if you require any accommodation._

Thank you to all applicants in advance. We will be in contact only with those selected for an interview.

Note that wages and benefits are paid and provided in line with the collective agreement.

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

**Salary**: From $29.27 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Life insurance

Flexible Language Requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift

**Experience**:

- Asbestos abatement: 1 year (preferred)

**Language**:

- English (required)

Licensee/Certification:

- Security clearance (Reliability) is required.

Work Location: In person at Centre Block on Parliament Hill