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Labourer

  • Hamilton, ON
  • On-site
  • Posted Oct 15, 2026
  • 1 position

$20–$24 / 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

Read and interpret work orders; load and unload trailers; sort metal sheets, parts, scrap, and other materials; and perform assigned project tasks and housekeeping. Assist with moving materials around the plant or property using equipment such as cranes and forklifts, and use hand tools to cut, grind, or chip excess metal when needed.

Job details

Walters Group is a family-owned steel construction company that designs, fabricates, and constructs unique and complex commercial and industrial projects throughout North America. With over 65 years of experience, Walters ensures high quality results through our passion and commitment to every project. Our head office is located in Hamilton and we have multiple fabrication plants in Hamilton, Stoney Creek and Princeton. As Walters grows and expands into new markets, we are seeking to welcome aspiring and driven individuals to our team who share our passion, vision, and values. At Walters, we build history, and we are incredibly proud of our projects, to name a few - Tim Hortons Field in Hamilton, ON, the Burgoyne Bridge in St. Catharines, ON, The Bow in Calgary, AB, and the Canadian Museum of Human Rights in Winnipeg, MB. We're consistently ranked among the best companies to work for, including Canada's Best Managed and Great Place to Work Certified. We're committed to supporting and developing our teams. We also ensure a positive, safe, collaborative work environment with ample personal and career development opportunities. If you want to be a part of our team – read on and apply. Even if you feel like you don’t meet all criteria, please give it a shot, and still apply. Vacancy type: This posting is for an existing vacancy. About the Position: Walters is looking for individuals with a strong work ethic and positive attitude who are seeking a position that will provide skill growth and development. Reporting to the Team Leader, the Labourer will be responsible for but not limited to: Read and interpret work orders. Loads and unloads trailers, as required, to Walters Standards. Sort metal sheets and parts, scrap metal and other materials. May cut, grind or chip excess metal from metal products using hand tools. Completes project specific tasks as assigned and required. Performs housekeeping tasks as assigned. Assists in the movement of material in the plant/property by use of crane, forklift, etc. Work Location: Hamilton Facility. Position Requirements: Demonstrated ability to learn in a fast pace environment. Knowledge of health and safety policies and procedures. Strong communication skills and able to work well with others as part of a team. Able to adapt and complete tasks as priorities change. Strong time management skills and work ethic. Compensation Package: Wage: $20.00-$24.00/hour Vacation. Paid sick and Bereavement leaves. Flexible extended health and dental care packages. Employee Assistance Program. RRSP Matching. Profit Sharing. Employee Family Scholarship Program. Tuition support (Apprentice, Continued Education) Values in Action (ViA)- participating in charity events coordinated by employees. As well as team bonding activities. Walters Group is committed to providing accommodations throughout the interview and employment process. If you require an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs. #IND1

What you’ll do

Read and interpret work orders; load and unload trailers; sort metal sheets, parts, scrap, and other materials; and perform assigned project tasks and housekeeping. Assist with moving materials around the plant or property using equipment such as cranes and forklifts, and use hand tools to cut, grind, or chip excess metal when needed.

Requirements

Candidates should be able to learn in a fast-paced environment, understand health and safety policies and procedures, and communicate and work effectively as part of a team. They should also be adaptable when priorities change and demonstrate strong time management and work ethic.

Benefits

  • Vacation
  • Paid Sick Leave
  • Paid Bereavement Leave
  • Extended Health Care
  • Dental Care
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • RRSP Matching
  • Profit Sharing
  • Employee Family Scholarship Program
  • Tuition Support
  • Charity Events
  • Team-Building Activities

Listed skills

  • Time management · Preferred
  • Teamwork · Preferred
  • adaptability · Preferred
  • Housekeeping · Preferred
  • Forklift operation · Preferred
  • Communication · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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  • Reading and Interpreting Work Orders
  • Loading and Unloading Trailers
  • Sorting Materials
  • Using Hand Tools
  • Cutting and Grinding Metal
  • Housekeeping
  • Crane Operation
  • Forklift Operation
  • Health and Safety Awareness
  • Communication
  • Teamwork
  • Adaptability
  • Time Management
  • Work Ethic
  • Hand Tools
  • Positivity
  • Dental Care
  • Strong Work Ethic
  • Employee Assistance Programs
  • Forklift Truck
  • Loading And Unloading

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