Labourer, Foundations

Are you ready to grow your career in Residential Construction?

We are seeking an energetic & proactive individual for the position of Labourer, in our Foundations Department, responsible for supporting the Foundations Project Managers with basic tasks, housekeeping, snow removal, plating foundations, and concrete repairs, while developing foundational safety, quality, and construction skills.

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated individual with a strong drive to produce quality work, while making a meaningful impact in a fast-paced environment.

Why ABIC?

Industry Leading Wages

Annual Paid Operations Shutdown (in addition to Paid Vacation Days)

Complimentary Daily Lunch Program

Car allowance

Safety boot allowance

Supportive team culture that values safety, quality, and innovation

Company-Paid Health & Dental Coverage

Coordinating Benefits

Life Insurance, where applicable

Group Benefits & Perks (including Goodlife & Bell Mobile)

Use of ADP (HR Portal) – easily access your employee information, paystubs & schedule time off

Bi-Weekly Payments directly to your bank account

You Will Bring

• No formal education is required but must be able to demonstrate safe and efficient use of power and hand tools (Paslode, Saws, Impact Drills, etc.)
• 0 - 1 year experience as a Labourer in residential construction environment
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record and reliable transportation

Exceptional Skills Required

• Strong communication skills
• Motivated to work hard and be a contributing team member
• Must have the ability to perform physically challenging work and lift a minimum of 50lbs
• Performs duties efficiently and complete high-quality concrete repairs 

Responsibilities

Foundation/Concrete Fundamentals

• Can complete minor repairs as needed and can complete larger repairs with clear direction
• Can chalk, plate, transit, and grout foundations to Caivan Quality Standards
• Understands ABIC’s Foundation Labourer standardized work and can complete all tasks proficiently
• Follows company safety standards, including identifying and reporting hazards

Initiative

• Takes ownership of tasks, including identifying unplanned items or asking Management for additional work for idle time
• Actively seeks to understand the Foundation processes
• Open for feedback and willingness to learn from fellow team members

Team Collaboration

• Supports Team Members
• Communicates clearly and respectfully
• Consistently shows up on time, prepared, and ready to work
• Participates actively in PDCAs (Plan / Do / Check / Act). Suggests better ways to perform tasks to make improvements to the overall department process

Professionalism

• Represents company values through attitude, effort, and respect on site

Working Conditions

• The job description implies the performance of repetitive tasks
• Majority of time is spent on construction sites – the position works near moving mechanical machinery and high noise levels
• Work may involve exposure to all types of weather, operating equipment, noise, dust, fumes, chemicals and high-risk activities
• Ability to adapt to changing site conditions and priorities
• PPE (hard hat, Hi-Vis & steel toes boots) is required at all times in field settings
• Ability to lift heavy objects, walk, bend, and stand for long periods and perform strenuous physical labour in all weather conditions
• Ability to travel to different projects throughout the City of Ottawa, if required
• May involve visits to an industrial warehouse environment

We carefully review all applications and will contact candidates whose skills, experience, and qualifications most closely align with the requirements of the position.

Artificial intelligence (AI) tools may be used to support the application review and candidate screening process. All hiring decisions involve human review and oversight.

We are committed to providing an inclusive recruitment process. If you require accommodation at any stage of the selection process, please contact Human Resources and we will work with you to meet your needs.

This position is available due to a new role vacancy.