Skilled Labourer

Job summary

The skilled labourer will perform various construction tasks including operating machinery, framing, and installing building components. They are also responsible for assisting subtrades, managing materials, and ensuring quality control on site.

Job details

WestUrban Developments Ltd. is a vibrant, fast-growing real estate development company. We value people, relationship, innovation and culture. Our core business is multi-family apartments. We’re doing construction differently and we’re thinking outside the box about how we can improve our company and our industry. If you are looking for a company where you can have opportunities to grow and be challenged, then come and join us! We are currently accepting applications for Skilled Construction Labourers for our site in Colwood, BC. The ideal candidate is hard working and is capable or working with minimal oversight, safely and efficiently. Responsibilities * Performing a range of construction related tasks as assigned; * Operating machinery on site; * Measure, cut, shape, assemble and join materials made of wood, wood substitutes, lightweight steel and other materials; * Fit and install windows, doors, stairs, moldings and hardware; * Assisting in labour activities, providing guidance to general labourers on site and ensuring quality control; * Assisting with materials management and distribution; * Assisting subtrades when needed and as required. Qualifications * Previous construction experience is required; * Equipment operator experience is preferred; * You must be able to use physical exertion that includes lifting, carrying, climbing ladders and moving materials; * Previous experience working with multi-family framing and concrete is an asset; * Valid First Aid certification is an asset, level 2 preferred; * Must be able to get to and from site; * A current tele-handler (zoom boom) ticket and fall protection certification are assets; * Takes safety seriously and is mindful of surroundings; * A positive attitude and ability to work well with others in a team environment; * Desire to search out opportunities to learn new things; * Considers quality and accomplishes tasks with an eye on the finished product; * Willingness to work overtime and weekends as required. We are committed to the principles of employment equity and encourage applications from all qualified applicants. We thank all applicants for their interest however only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. This job posting will remain open until the role has been filled. Salary range for this position is $28.00 to $33.00 per hour based on experience.

What you’ll do

The skilled labourer will perform various construction tasks including operating machinery, framing, and installing building components. They are also responsible for assisting subtrades, managing materials, and ensuring quality control on site.

Requirements

Candidates must have previous construction experience and the physical ability to perform demanding manual labor. Relevant certifications such as First Aid, tele-handler operation, and fall protection are considered strong assets.

Listed skills

• Teamwork · Preferred
• First Aid · Preferred
• Safety Compliance · Preferred
• Quality Control · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Construction
• Machinery operation
• Framing
• Concrete work
• Carpentry
• First aid
• Tele-handler operation
• Fall protection
• Quality control
• Materials management
• Safety compliance
• Teamwork
• Employment Equity
• Fall Protection
• Real Estate Development
• Positivity
• First Aid Certification
• Zoom (Video Conferencing Tool)
• Strong Work Ethic
• Innovation
• Machinery
• Materials Management
• Quality Control

Job areas

• Construction
• Trades
• Skilled Laborer
• Construction Helper / Worker
• Building Construction Labourers
• Construction Laborers