Labourer

Position: Labourer (Casual/Seasonal)

Reports to: Construction Manager

Department: Construction

Direct Reports: None

The Labourer is responsible for providing general physical labour support in all phases of construction in a safe and appropriate manner. The Labourer provides a broad range of support in areas, such as, hand work, moving materials, clearing terrain, site preparation, shoveling and basic equipment operation.

Core Accountabilities

Reporting to the Construction Manager, the Labourer will perform general duties as directed by the Construction Manager. The Labourer will be contributing to the production at the worksite in a safe, efficient and effective manor. As well as, be familiar with the construction industry safety standards and procedures to ensure project security.

Responsibilities

• Load, unload and move construction materials around the worksite.
• Adhere to workplace safety policies, regulations and compliances
• Communicate any unsafe conditions or accidents/injuries in a timely manner to the supervisor in order to facilitate prompt correction or reporting
• Perform setup and cleanup tasks at the job site.
• Demonstrate continuous effort to improve operations, decrease turnaround times, streamline work processes, and work cooperatively and jointly to provide quality seamless customer service
• Keep detailed and accurate reports and documentation
• Perform trip inspections on equipment operated, ensuring safety and roadworthiness
• Check vehicles before driving them to ensure that mechanical, safety, and emergency equipment is in good working order.
• Report vehicle defects, accidents, traffic violations, or damage to the vehicles.
• Perform periodic inspections before, during, and after delivery to ensure that load is properly fastened down and is secure
• Complete all necessary paperwork. May include, but not limited to, daily logs, inspection logs, delivery receipts, vehicle inspection, hours of service, etc.
• Provide labourer support as needed.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• Valid Class 5 Drivers License
• Minimum 2 years of construction industry experience.
• Valid Standard First Aid/CPR & AED
• Strong knowledge, skills and ability to operate required equipment as outlined below in a safe and responsible manner;
• Knowledge of equipment maintenance and storage;
• Knowledge of workplace safety requirements and procedures;
• Knowledge of equipment cleaning standards and procedures;
• Ability to work independently and take direction;
• Effective verbal and listening communication skills;
• Ability to read, write, record, report, and maintain daily records;
• Effective stress and time management skills;
• Ability to work in extreme weather conditions;
• Ability to demonstrate sound work ethics and professionalism;
• Ability to deal with co-workers, contractors, supervisors, managers, and others with whom the incumbent works with, in a positive, courteous, and respectful manner;
• Strong interpersonal and communications skills and the ability to work as a team member
• Familiarity with Yellowknives Dene language, culture and way of life would be considered assets
• Other duties to perform as required.

The Labourer may be required to:

• 24/7 availability may be required
• Physical ability to lift up to 50lbs
• Travel to the site, and off-site locations will be required
• Safety equipment will be required, e.g. steel-toed safety boots, safety glasses/goggles, etc.
• Overtime as required
• Hazards associated with the trade