Winter General Labourer

**Winter General Labourer**

**Position Overview**
We are looking for reliable, team-oriented individuals who enjoy working outdoors to join our team of professionals for this winter season. Our crews are committed to ensuring local businesses and communities are safely accessible during winter months and we take pride in our quality of work. Full-time landscape maintenance and construction positions are available following the winter season.

Thunderbolt Contracting is a family-owned landscape contractor located in the Nation’s Capital since 1992. We have a dedicated team of over 150 employees and a modern fleet of equipment to take care of each project from start to finish. Working at Thunderbolt means being part of a large team with the resources to help you perform your best.

**Duties and Responsibilities**
- Safely operate sidewalk plows, snow blowers, and other snow removal equipment to clear walkways, entrances, and pedestrian areas
- Shovel snow in areas not accessible by equipment, including stairs, tight corners, and building entrances
- Support plow operators and other crew members with site clean-up, equipment maintenance, and other tasks as needed
- Perform basic pre
- and post-operation checks on equipment (fueling, cleaning, and reporting mechanical issues)
- Inspect designated areas for snow and ice buildup throughout shifts, ensuring consistent and thorough service
- Communicate issues relating to employee relations, equipment issues, customer issues - make suggestions for solutions
- Maintain a trusting, inclusive, and productive environment
- Follow all health and safety policies and procedures prescribed by the Company and WHMIS Guidelines in performance of duties
- Other duties as required. This is not a complete list of all possible tasks or responsibilities, and you may be asked to perform other duties as required that are not explicitly mentioned above

**Requirements**:

- Reliable transportation to and from site
- Ability to lift 40+ lbs
- Ability to maintain professional company image
- Follow health & safety regulations of our profession
- Strong communication skills
- Available to work on-call, 24 hours per day, 7 days a week

**Why You Should Apply**:

- Guaranteed Hours Program (winter months only)
- Competitive total compensation package
- Health, dental, and vision benefits
- Advanced training and opportunities for career advancement
- Deferred profit-sharing plan
- Regular team building activities including BBQ’s and sporting events
- A positive and fun family-oriented environment

**Job Types**: Full-time, Seasonal
Contract length: 5 months

Pay: $22.00-$24.00 per hour

Expected hours: 30 - 55 per week

**Benefits**:

- Company events
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- RRSP match
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision care

Work Location: In person