Construction Site Labourer

**Why work for Tectonica?**

Tectonica Management Inc. is a Nanaimo-based construction management company with a project range that includes a mix of tenant improvement, light industrial, corporate interiors, institutional, mixed use commercial/residential and most interestingly, challenging renovation and rehabilitation projects. Tectonica strives to give the very best construction experience to our clients and the only way we can do this is by having a team of quality employees getting the job done. The performance of our labor force on jobsites is an integral part of this experience for our clients. Having reliable staff that can work independently and as part of a team to help keep jobsites clean, orderly and running efficiently is crucial. We are looking for laborers who can adjust to various supporting roles, assist in many aspects of the building process and who can complete independent tasks such as site clean up, picking up supplies, fueling generators and checking that heaters and fans are placed and working effectively.

**How do we support and appreciate our team?**

There are several ways that Tectonica supports the growth, connection and the financial gains of its employees:

- **Growth** - Throughout the year opportunities for training related to an employee’s job description and growth within the position are encouraged. An employee’s time and expenses will be covered to complete courses such as First Aid Training, Equipment Operator Training, and other construction related courses related to an employee’s job description and site needs. And if you want to gain experience and growth in areas of construction that are outside of your job description, the cost of these courses may be covered by the company to help you get where you want to go.
- **Connection** - Tectonica believes that people need connection and to feel like they are a part of a team in order to thrive. To this end the company plans events each year for staff during regular work hours. These events in the last few years have included Wine Tours, a day at the Bungy Zone with a catered meal afterward, a two-day retreat at Strathcona Lodge, and a trip to Broken Island Lodge. Tectonica is infamous for it’s Annual Christmas Open House where trades, professionals and staff are invited for an afternoon and evening of amazing appetizers and beverages and the chance to connect and network within the industry.we want to be a place where all of our employees feel like they are a part of a team.
- **Financial Gains** - Tectonica offers competitive wages for its employees and has increased the starting wages for all positions to keep up with inflation and the rising cost of living. Tectonica also believes in rewarding effort and adjusting salaries for performance at the 3 month mark of employment and yearly going forward. On top of regular pay all employees qualify for yearly profit-sharing bonuses. Tectonica also offers an extended health benefits package to all full-time employees once they have been working for the company for 3 months.

If you are looking for a physical job with plenty of variety, wanting to advance in a career in the construction industry or just wanting to work for a company that values your effort and makes you feel like you are a part of the team, we want to hear from you.

**Specific Construction Labor Job Requirements**

Construction labourers will work with their hands on a variety of construction tasks. Labourers should be fit, coordinated, be able to work autonomously and as part of a team.

Heavy physical work may be required at times such as:

- construction demolition
- moving materials manually on the site
- digging holes, ditches and trenches
- painting
- loading and unloading trucks
- regular clean up of the construction site
- other duties may be assigned.

Labourers will receive on the job training from the labour supervisor or site supervisor as needed for specific tasks. Opportunity for on the job learning and advancement as well as company supported education are available as described above.

A valid driver's license, with a clean driver's abstract is required.

A valid OFA level 2 certification is an asset and will result in higher starting wage

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

**Salary**: $21.00-$25.00 per hour depending on experience and certifications

COVID-19 considerations:
Job sites follow all Provincial Health Orders and Guidelines regarding COVID 19 safety protocol.

Work remotely
- No

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

**Salary**: $21.00-$25.00 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Company events
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- On-site parking
- Vision care

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday

COVID-19 considerations:
Job sites follow all Provincial Health Orders and Guidelines regarding COVID 19 safety protocol.

**Experience**:

- Construction: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person