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Labourer

  • Crossfield, AB
  • On-site
  • Posted Oct 10, 2026
  • 1 position

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Employment type
Full-time
Experience level
Entry, Junior · 0+ years
Posting language
English
Working hours
40 hours per week

Job summary

The successful candidate will assemble finished trusses according to standard operating procedures and design layouts. They are also responsible for maintaining the shop, organizing tools, and ensuring quality control of lumber.

Job details

ZyTech is looking for a General Labourer / Truss Builder for our Crossfield, AB location. The successful candidate will be responsible for the timely and accurate assembly of finished trusses as well as participating in routine truss shop maintenance. Day Shift and Night Shift Available! ACCOUNTABILITIES: * Build truss orders as per standard operating procedures or as dictated by the Truss Shop Supervisor. * Stack, count and label trusses in correct order * Prior to building, scrutinized and thoroughly understand the truss design layouts * Inspect and/or measure precut lumber for proper length and possible damage or other irregularities associated with quality control and standard operating procedures. * Thorough and complete organization of tools, materials, workstation and cleaning and/or disposal of wastage. * Regular inspection and maintenance as required for tools and machinery and report any problems or irregularities immediately to the Branch Manager. * Adhere to safe work practices while doing routine lifting, repetitive hammering motions and getting up and down off the jigs. * Performs other job-related duties as required. QUALIFICATIONS: * Experience with hand tools including nail guns, staple guns and skill saws. * Ability to lift heavy. * Understanding of grading & quality of lumber an asset * Experience in using power tools, sawing equipment specifically an asset * Ability to work in a high paced environment * Ability to stand for long periods of time * Ability to work in a noisy atmosphere * Construction knowledge an asset WORKING CONDITIONS: * Exposure to dust and saw-dust, dirt and extreme changes in temperature and weather. * Moderate exposure to personal risk; safety boots are required. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes health and dental coverage, a company pension plan, and paid time off. Our program is designed to support employee well-being and provide long-term security.

What you’ll do

The successful candidate will assemble finished trusses according to standard operating procedures and design layouts. They are also responsible for maintaining the shop, organizing tools, and ensuring quality control of lumber.

Requirements

Candidates should have experience with hand and power tools and the ability to perform physically demanding tasks in a fast-paced environment. Knowledge of lumber grading and construction practices is considered an asset.

Benefits

  • Health coverage
  • Dental coverage
  • Company pension plan
  • Paid time off

Listed skills

  • Heavy Lifting · Preferred
  • Safety Compliance · Preferred
  • Quality Control · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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  • Truss assembly
  • Hand tools
  • Nail guns
  • Staple guns
  • Skill saws
  • Power tools
  • Lumber grading
  • Quality control
  • Construction knowledge
  • Heavy lifting
  • Shop maintenance
  • Safety compliance
  • Hand Tools
  • Power Tool Operation
  • Lifting Ability
  • Time Off Management
  • Nail Gun
  • Standard Operating Procedure
  • Machinery
  • Sawing
  • Quality Control

Job areas

  • Construction
  • Manufacturing
  • Trades
  • Labourer
  • Construction Helper / Worker
  • Building Construction Labourers
  • Construction Laborers

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