Primary Purpose of Position:

The Yard Labourer will play a key role in supporting our demolition sites across Calgary and surrounding areas. Reporting to the General Superintendent, this individual will be responsible for transporting tools, equipment, and materials between our yard, job sites, and client locations. The role requires strong knowledge of the Calgary area, the ability to operate various types of construction equipment (including skid steers), and a hands-on, solution-oriented approach.

Priestly’s hiring philosophy is based on culture, collaboration and then skills. Here is what we look for:

Culture

PDI is founded on key values that drive what we do for our clients and for each other. At the core, we understand the value of people, and we encourage a culture of safety, hard work, quality, and teamwork supported by a solid family foundation.

Our core values are extremely important to us. Are they aligned with yours?

• Safety - We believe in protecting generations. We recognize the impact of our actions and take responsibility for protecting our people, communities, and the environment.
• Family - We believe we’re stronger together. We are a family who builds communities on a firm foundation of trust and respect.
• Integrity - We believe in doing what’s right. We build long-term partnerships through integrity, generosity, and the highest accountability to each other and our clients.
• Innovation - We believe demolition drives progress. We create opportunities by challenging ourselves and intentionally pushing the boundaries of what’s possible.

Collaboration

This means being people smart and championing being a team player. We encourage teamwork and respect, help develop individual strengths, and recognize the contribution our people make to our success. We are always seeking better and more innovative ways to renew communities by clearing the way for new development, and by playing the role of environmental stewards.

Job Duties

• Load, transport, and unload materials, tools, and equipment to and from job sites.

• Pick up supplies from vendors or other shops and deliver to job sites as needed.

• Assist in setting up equipment or materials on-site under the direction of the General Superintendent.

• Operate skid steers and other small equipment safely and efficiently.

• Perform basic maintenance or troubleshooting on tools and machinery when needed.

• Keep yard and equipment organized, clean, and ready for use.

• Communicate effectively with the General Superintendent for daily dispatch and task updates.

• Always follow safety procedures while on-site and in transit.

• Maintain accurate records of deliveries, pickups, and inventory movements.

• Assist with general labour tasks in the yard or on-site as required.

Position Requirements

Requirements

Valid Class 5 Driver’s License with clean driving record.
Strong knowledge of Calgary and surrounding areas.
Experience operating skid steers and similar construction equipment.
Mechanically inclined and able to troubleshoot or fix basic issues with tools and equipment.
Previous experience in construction, demolition, or a related field preferred.
Able to lift and move heavy materials (50+ lbs) regularly.
Reliable, self-motivated, and able to work with minimal supervision.
Excellent time management and communication skills.
Must be punctual and dependable.
Willingness to travel to various job sites.

Work Conditions

Use of Personal Protection Equipment will be required (e.g. hard-hat, safety boots, etc.).
Must be able to lift, push, pull or carry objects, use abdominal and lower back muscles to provide support over time without fatigue and to effectively jump, sprint or throw an object.
Requires good manual dexterity (hand, hand with arm, two hands) and multi-limb coordination.
Work is primarily outdoors in varying weather conditions.
Frequent driving and loading/unloading materials.
Physical labour and repetitive tasks.

• Fast-paced and dynamic work environment.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Requirements

Valid Class 5 Driver’s License with clean driving record.
Strong knowledge of Calgary and surrounding areas.
Experience operating skid steers and similar construction equipment.
Mechanically inclined and able to troubleshoot or fix basic issues with tools and equipment.
Previous experience in construction, demolition, or a related field preferred.
Able to lift and move heavy materials (50+ lbs) regularly.
Reliable, self-motivated, and able to work with minimal supervision.
Excellent time management and communication skills.
Must be punctual and dependable.
Willingness to travel to various job sites.

Work Conditions

Use of Personal Protection Equipment will be required (e.g. hard-hat, safety boots, etc.).
Must be able to lift, push, pull or carry objects, use abdominal and lower back muscles to provide support over time without fatigue and to effectively jump, sprint or throw an object.
Requires good manual dexterity (hand, hand with arm, two hands) and multi-limb coordination.
Work is primarily outdoors in varying weather conditions.
Frequent driving and loading/unloading materials.
Physical labour and repetitive tasks.

• Fast-paced and dynamic work environment.