Seasonal Workers

Who We Are

The Det'on Cho Group of Companies is an investment company with 31 diverse companies, including 9 wholly owned subsidiaries and 22 joint venture partners serving our customers in the Northwest Territories and beyond. Det’on Cho Construction Services promotes a positive and supportive workplace focused on growth, teamwork and are seeking general workers for the winter season for approximately October 2026 through to April 2027.  Work location will vary between Det’on Cho companies’ sites around Yellowknife .

What you will do

Det’on Cho Construction Services are looking for reliable workers for our seasonal projects coming up:

• Two (2) Class 3 Drivers
• Three (3) Skilled Operators
• Six (6) Labourers

Under the supervision and direction of the Project Coordinator, the roles will involve general maintenance of snow removal, flag person, water treatment plant, operation of small equipment and other general duties assigned.

• Snow removal using loader and skid steer
• Class 3 Operation of heavy equipment 
• Complete daily logs and required documentation
• Communicate with truck drivers and site personnel (including radio use)
• Follow all safety procedures and site policies, including proper PPE use
• Report any issues or discrepancies to supervisor

What You Bring

• Class 3 Driver’s License for Heavy Equipment Operation
• Class 5 Driver’s License for Light Weight Equipment
• Must be physically fit
• Good communication skills
• Ability to work long hours and perform repetitive tasks in a consistent and efficient manner
• Comfortable working outdoors in varying weather conditions
• Standard First Aid/CPR, AED (training provided)

We thank all applicants for submissions, however only those shortlisted for an interview will be contacted.

In-person: 9th Floor Precambrian Building

Open until suitable candidates found.

Priority Statement: We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees feel valued and supported. We encourage applications from all individuals who meet the qualifications of the role. First preference shall be given to qualified individuals who identify as Yellowknives Dene First Nation, with those who identify as Indigenous (First Nations, Métis, and Inuit) also prioritized.