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Labourer

  • Nanaimo, BC
  • On-site
  • Posted Oct 9, 2026
  • 1 position

$20.00–$28.67 / hour

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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 labourer will perform physical tasks at commercial construction sites and operate various hand and power tools. Responsibilities include maintaining safe work practices, organizing work areas, and assisting with concrete work and scaffolding.

Job details

KINETIC CONSTRUCTION LTD. (KINETIC) TOGETHER BUILDING BETTER Relationships, Passion, Continuous Improvement Our core values are a desire to build enduring Relationships, a Passion for our business, and an endeavor for Continuous Improvement in all we do. We focus on teamwork, trust and, most importantly, respect for people. Kinetic is 100% employee owned, employs approximately 250 team members, and has been in business for 41 years with offices in Vancouver, Victoria, and Courtenay. If you see yourself as a continuous learner, curious and driven to succeed as a team, we want you to be part of our team. Kinetic Construction Ltd. has an opportunity for Labourers at our Nanaimo site to perform tasks involving physical labour at commercial construction projects and operate a variety of hand and power tools. The wage band for this position is $20.00 to $28.67 an hour based on relevant skills and experience. 3 Weeks accrued vacation for all positions within Kinetic Construction Key Responsibilities * Safe Work Practices Position Specifications * Organize Work * Tools & Equipment * Perform Routine Trade Activities * Perform Site Work * Use Scaffolding and Access Equipment * Concrete work Position Specifications Qualifications * 0+ years experience in the construction industry Knowledge skills and abilities * Safe operation of hand tools and power tools * Workplace safety * Ability to lift heavy objects (up to 80lbs) for 50ft * Ability to operate required equipment in a safe and responsible manner * Ability to determine the correct tools and equipment needed to do the job Together Building Better * We have a Strong Team to face challenges and issues together * Eligibility for Employee Share Ownership * Competitive Compensation and Bonus structure * Career Development and Training including Mentoring Program and KCL Training Academy * Comprehensive Benefits Package which includes Extended Health, Dental and Vision * Company trust, opportunity, and support to do your best work and Advance * Employee and Family Assistance Program to support Mental and Emotional Health. * Substantial Vacation Time Sick Pay * GRSP Matching Program to support you after your time at Kinetic * Gold Seal Employer committed to supporting employees pursuing their accreditation * Annual company paid events and regular employee-only events put on by Kinetic’s Social Committee * Ongoing apprenticeship support provided through the Kinetic Employee Association (KEA) * Employee Referral Program and Length of Service Recognition We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those selected to move forward in the application process will be contacted. No phone calls please.

What you’ll do

The labourer will perform physical tasks at commercial construction sites and operate various hand and power tools. Responsibilities include maintaining safe work practices, organizing work areas, and assisting with concrete work and scaffolding.

Requirements

The role requires the ability to lift heavy objects up to 80lbs and operate equipment safely. No prior experience is required, making this suitable for entry-level candidates.

Benefits

  • Employee Share Ownership
  • Extended Health
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Vacation Time
  • Sick Pay
  • GRSP Matching Program
  • Mentoring Program
  • Training Academy
  • Employee and Family Assistance Program
  • Apprenticeship Support
  • Employee Referral Program

Listed skills

  • Heavy Lifting · Preferred
  • Occupational safety · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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  • Construction
  • Hand tools
  • Power tools
  • Workplace safety
  • Heavy lifting
  • Scaffolding
  • Concrete work
  • Site maintenance
  • Equipment operation
  • Hand Tools
  • Power Tool Operation
  • Lifting Ability
  • Curiosity
  • Commercial Construction
  • Continuous Improvement Process
  • Mentorship
  • Telephone Skills
  • Workplace Safety
  • Teamwork
  • Emotional Health

Job areas

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

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