Construction Worker

**Department of Transportation and Infrastructure**
**Construction Worker**
**Two (2) Seasonal Positions**
**Open**
**Saint John District**
**Sussex & St. Stephen**

**Who we are?**

The work we do has a positive impact on our communities and helps improve the everyday lives of New Brunswickers. Together, we are over 45,000 New Brunswickers who are passionate problem-solvers, who make a difference and are proud to call New Brunswick home.

The Department of Transportation and Infrastructure's mission is to contribute to New Brunswick's economy and quality of life by providing and supporting sustainable infrastructure that allows for the safe and efficient movement of people, goods and government services to the public. Not only is the department responsible for managing over 18,000 kilometers of provincial highways, it also manages the planning, design and construction of hospitals, schools and other government buildings.

**What you will do?**

As a Construction Worker, you will work under the direction of the Technical Supervisor and be responsible for:

- Assisting the Technical Supervisor by carrying out basic survey tasks such as re-establishing centerline alignments, resetting grades, cross sectioning work areas
- Assisting the Technical Supervisor in quantity calculations, set up and operations of a Total Station Instrument
- Co-ordinate, provide instruction to employees on the job, as required
- Assisting in taking samples and performing concrete testing

**Work environment**:

- Office locations: Sussex & St. Stephen
- 40-hour work week, with variable hours, including, evenings and weekends, when required
- Working on job sites in all weather conditions, exposure to dust and fumes
- Ability to lift and carry survey equipment and walking over uneven or sloping terrain
- Able to work at heights and around bridges
- Some travel within the region will be required
- We promote a scent-reduced environment

**Who you are?**

**Key behavioural competencies**:

- Teamwork and Cooperation
- Effective Interactive Communication
- Flexibility
- Results Orientation

**Technical competencies**:

- Ability to Use Office Technology, Software and Applications

**Essential Qualifications**:

- High school diploma or GED
- Minimum of six (6) years related work experience
- Possession of a valid Class 5 driver's license as issued by the Province of New Brunswick

An equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered.

Written and spoken competence in English is required. Please state your language capability.
- Applicants must clearly demonstrate the essential qualifications to be given further consideration.
- Résumés should be in chronological order specifying education and employment in months and years including part-time and full-time employment.
- Please ensure that your preferred language of assessment is identified in your résumé.

**Asset Qualifications**:
**The Department of Transportation and Infrastructure offers**:

- Meaningful work and the opportunity to support New Brunswickers in times of need.
- Opportunities for career growth, professional development and training.
- Comprehensive benefits package which includes paid vacation, Health and Dental Plan, Life Insurance, and the Public Service Shared Risk Pension Plan.
- Free access to Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP) and services.

**SALARY**:$25.44 per hour**

**Providing a safe workplace for all**. Your health and safety are important to us. GNB has implemented preventative measures across the organization to ensure your health and safety.

**How to apply?**

Department of Transportation and Infrastructure
District 04 - Saint John
50 Crown Street, Suite 105
Saint John, NB E2L 2X6
Telephone: (506) 643-7463

We thank all those who apply, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

**Equal Opportunity Employer**

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