Skilled Labourer

**FUNDAMENTAL OBJECTIVE**

Perform assigned tasks involving physical labor at sites to contribute to site projects being completed in a quality fashion, safely, proficiently and on time..
**GENERAL ACCOUNTBALITY**
The incumbent reports to the site supervisor or lead hand and is also accountable to the branch/construction manager.

**NATURE AND SCOPE**
The skilled labourer takes direction from the Lead Hand or Site Supervisor. The incumbent relies on his/her supervisor’s direction to plan and accomplish goals. As part of a work crew, the Skilled Labourer will interact with fellow labourers, tradesmen, operators, sub-contractors and safety personnel. Work outside of office hours and travel may be required depending on job scope and location.

**SPECIFIC ACCOUNTABILITIES**
- Clean or prepare construction sites to eliminate possible hazards and ensure optimization of construction work procedures
- Read plans, instructions, or specifications to determine work activities
- Assist tradespersons such as welders, pipefitters etc. in construction activities
- Operate construction-related equipment (e.g., driving trucks or forklifts etc.) to transport materials and equipment
- Operate large powered machinery and equipment (e.g., saws, drills, grinders, blowtorches, pressure cleaners, jackhammers).
- Erect temporary structures and scaffolding
- Place traffic signs to warn traffic of construction in process
- Clean and maintain construction equipment appropriately
- Align structural components according to blue prints
- Ensure that all work is being done safely and in compliance with company protocol
- Train apprentices and new hires in construction labor work
- Use hand tools to cut and shape material
- Clean up chemical spills and other contaminants and remove other hazardous materials
- Signal equipment operators to facilitate alignment, movement, of machinery, equipment, etc.
- Control traffic passing near work areas by directing with signs, barricades, and traffic cones.
- Attend site meetings /toolbox huddles

**Other**
- Demonstrates a high degree of loyalty to the company
- Comply with all safety policies, practices and procedures
- Assist in the accomplishment of site / project goals.
- Demonstrates high level of professionalism when dealing with contractors and client
- Takes pride in own work
- Demonstrates positive attitude and enthusiasm
- Other duties as required

**SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE**:

- Places safety as top priority for themselves and coworkers
- Demonstrated ability to work under mínimal supervision
- Manual Dexterity: Repeated and coordinated use of your arms, hands, wrists, and fingers to use handheld tools
- Physical Strength and stamina: Ability to lift 50 lbs. Ability to hold, push, pull, lift and carry heavy items
- Ability to use proper lifting techniques to lift items weighing in excess of 50 lbs.
- Ability to work with others in a team
- Ability to operate required equipment and tools in a safe and responsible manner
- Oral and written comprehension - Demonstrated ability to follow instructions
- Flexibility and adaptability

**QUALIFICATIONS**
- Must be willing to learn and be open to completing required safety training, or industry standard training to advance knowledge and be successful
- Must successfully complete drug and alcohol testing
- Experience in construction, industrial and/or petroleum industry is required
- Must have valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
- Certificates for equipment operation considered an asset
- Valid Canadian passport or ability to obtain one
- Compensation based on experience
- Reference check required

**_All employees must be willing to practice safe work practices and procedures for COVID-19 if required by Company or Client._**

**Benefits**:

- Dental care
- Extended health care
- RRSP match
- Vision care

Supplemental pay types:

- Overtime pay