Labourer

NAC is currently seeking a Labourer II to join our Wastewater Treatment Plant project in Brighton, ON.

Position Summary

Under the direction of the Civil Superintendent, the Level II Labourer plays a crucial role in the successful completion of North America Construction (1993) Ltd./NAC Constructors Ltd. construction projects. Individuals will be heavily involved in the construction process and perform tasks involving physical labour for heavy construction projects, including site preparation, maintenance, demolition and building of construction materials.

Job Description

• Perform work in accordance with all organizational, as well as provincial and federal health and safety standards and legislation, ensuring highest standard of safety is upheld.
• Perform daily site assessments, including identification of potential work site hazards.
• Prepare work areas for installation, performing all necessary excavation preparation including slope and elevation determination.
• Perform required excavations to create trenches utilizing equipment or when necessary through manual digging.
• Perform site preparation and clean up duties.
• Manually or through the use of equipment, place materials accurately and according to drawings.
• Assist with the placement and stripping of formwork as required.
• Backfill trenches with required materials upon completion of job.
• Provide manual labour assistance as required.
• Maintain organizational services, facilities, and equipment.
• Engage in all forms of labouring to assist in the successful completion of construction projects from start to finish.
• Tend to and operate a variety of machines and equipment necessary for the job, including light excavation equipment.
• Assist site trades people as necessary.

Requirements

• Some previous construction or cleaning experience is an asset
• Able to lift up to 40lbs
• Carpentry skills are an asset
• Ability to take and follow instructions
• Ability to work with minimal supervision
• Excellent attendance and attitude
• Knowledge of safe operation of power tools
• Knowledge of workplace safety and safe lifting and handling procedures
• Ability to operate required equipment in a safe and responsible manner
• Valid WHMIS and Working at Heights required
• Confined Space training is an asset