General Construction Labourer
- Nanaimo, BC, Canada
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- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
Ironclad Developments, recognized as one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies, specializes in designing and constructing modern multi-family apartments. We are committed to trust, integrity, and excellence in every project, while cultivating a culture of collaboration, innovation, and professional growth. Our team members are empowered to take initiative and shape their own success.
We are looking for a General Construction Labourer capable of performing a wide range of physically demanding tasks with limited supervision. This role supports site operations through material handling, basic tool use, and general cleanup while maintaining a safe and organized work environment. With a foundational understanding of safety procedures
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform general labour tasks such as loading, unloading, lifting, and moving materials.
- Assist with site preparation, debris removal, and maintaining a clean and orderly work environment.
- Use basic hand tools safely and effectively, including hammers, drills, wrenches, shovels, and other common tools.
- Support skilled workers as needed by preparing materials, setting up equipment, or following task instructions.
- Follow safety guidelines, report hazards, and use required personal protective equipment (PPE).
- Carry out assigned tasks with minimal supervision while maintaining productivity and quality standards
- Work in various indoor and outdoor environments and climatic/weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, snow, wind, dust, and uneven terrain.
- Perform physically demanding work including repetitive bending, lifting, kneeling, climbing, standing, and walking for extended periods of time.
- Complete other duties and responsibilities as assigned based on operational and project requirements.
Skills and Experience:
- Minimum one year of construction experience required
- Physically capable of performing labor-intensive tasks, lifting materials, and standing or walking for extended periods.
- Able and willing to work in an active construction site environment, including outdoors and in varying weather and climate conditions, with exposure to dust, dirt, noise, debris, and other typical construction site conditions.
- Demonstrates a basic understanding of workplace safety expectations and safe work practices.
- Strong willingness to learn, take direction, and develop within the construction industry.
- Dependable, punctual, and able to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
- Strong work ethic with a positive attitude and the ability to adapt to changing priorities on site.
- Effective communication skills and ability to follow instructions in a fast-paced construction environment.
At Ironclad Developments, our people are our greatest asset. We provide a Total Rewards package designed to enhance well-being, financial security, and career development. Our benefits focus on physical, mental, and emotional wellness, while our flexible, people-first approach helps employees balance work and life. Competitive compensation, RRSP/DPSP matching, performance-based bonuses, company-wide profit reward contributions, ongoing learning, mentorship, and meaningful opportunities enable team members to advance and thrive.
Ironclad is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to diversity and inclusion. Learn more about our vision and the opportunities available at our website. If this position aligns with your skills and goals, we encourage you to apply; only selected candidates will be contacted.
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Responsibilities
The General Construction Labourer is responsible for performing physically demanding tasks such as material handling, site preparation, and debris removal. They will also assist skilled workers, operate basic hand tools, and ensure a safe, clean, and organized work environment.
Requirements
Candidates must have at least one year of construction experience and the physical ability to perform labor-intensive tasks in various weather conditions. A strong work ethic, willingness to learn, and a basic understanding of workplace safety practices are required.
Skills
- Material handling
- Site preparation
- Debris removal
- Hand tool operation
- Safety compliance
- Physical stamina
- Teamwork
- Punctuality
- Construction site safety
- Equipment setup
- Communication
- Adaptability
Benefits
- Competitive compensation
- RRSP/DPSP matching
- Performance-based bonuses
- Ongoing learning
- Mentorship
- Wellness programs
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Construction
- Trades
Keywords
- Construction
- Labourer
- Material handling
- Site safety
- PPE
- Hand tools
- Hammer
- Drill
- Wrench
- Shovel
- Multi-family apartments
- Site maintenance
- Construction site
- Physical labor
- Team collaboration