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Yard Labourer

  • Saint John, NB, Canada

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Monday – Friday : 7.30 AM – 4.30 PM

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220 Cutler Ave, Dartmouth, NS

85 McIlveen Dr, Saint John, NB

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(902) 468-4366

(506) 635-8500

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access@sancton.com

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Yard Labourer

Yard Labourer

Locations: Nova Scotia, New Brunswick and Prince Edward Island

About Us

Founded by Stanley Norman Sancton in Saint John, New Brunswick in 1910, the Sancton Group is a fourth-generation family-owned and operated company. Our access solution division operates as Sancton Access Inc. and is one of Atlantic Canada’s most trusted contractors for supplying, renting, & installing scaffolding and other access-related products.

We’ve accomplished exciting and intricate projects for industrial, institutional, and commercial clients throughout Atlantic Canada. We are committed to delivering high-quality solutions to our clients. We value the contributions of our skilled workforce and uphold the highest standards of Safety, Quality, and Collaboration.

We are seeking motivated & hardworking individuals to join our team. This is an excellent opportunity for those looking to start a career in the construction industry. The ideal candidate will be eager to learn, have a strong work ethic, and be willing to adhere to safety protocols. The ability to work effectively in a team environment within the framework of company guidelines.

Responsibilities:

  • Pick and prepare scaffolding equipment and gear for jobs
  • Load and unload trucks coming in and out of the yard
  • Operate forklift truck
  • Complete necessary log books and paperwork
  • Service customers
  • Keep warehouse and equipment yard clean and safe, including snow removal as needed
  • Review equipment returns (rentals), check for damage, and prepare for return to the appropriate supplier

Qualifications:

  • Physical ability to perform tasks that require heavy lifting (lifting up to 50lbs on a regular basis)
  • A strong work history focused on safe work practices
  • Strong teamwork and communication skills

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Forklift experience
  • Experience in manual labour or outdoor work

What We Offer:

  • Overtime pay
  • Company matching registered savings plan
  • Dental Care
  • Extended health care
  • Vision care
  • Employee assistance program
  • Life & Disability insurance
  • Paid time off
  • On-site parking
  • Supportive and collaborative work environment
  • Comprehensive safety training and resources

Schedule:

8 hour shifts Monday – Friday

Security

Candidates must complete an RCMP Background Check as a condition of employment.

How To Apply:

Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume outlining their qualifications and experience to sanctonrecruiting@sancton.com.

Please include “Yard Labourer Application” in the subject line.

Application Deadline: OPEN

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1(800) 291-4366

Mail

equipment@sancton.com

access@sancton.com

Location

85 McIlveen Drive, Saint John, NB

220 Cutler Avenue, Dartmouth, NS

About Us

Sancton is the parent company of Sancton Access, providing a full range of scaffolding and access systems; and Sancton Equipment, providing a full range of aggregate processing and commercial paving systems.

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Responsibilities

Prepare scaffolding equipment and gear for jobs, load and unload trucks, operate a forklift, complete required records, and assist customers. Maintain a clean and safe yard and warehouse, remove snow as needed, and inspect returned rental equipment for damage before preparing it for return to suppliers.

Requirements

Candidates must be able to regularly lift up to 50 pounds, demonstrate a strong history of safe work practices, and communicate and work effectively as part of a team. Forklift experience and experience in manual labour or outdoor work are preferred; candidates must also complete an RCMP background check as a condition of employment.

Skills

  • Scaffolding Equipment Preparation
  • Loading and Unloading Trucks
  • Forklift Operation
  • Recordkeeping and Paperwork
  • Customer Service
  • Warehouse and Yard Maintenance
  • Snow Removal
  • Equipment Inspection
  • Damage Assessment
  • Heavy Lifting
  • Safe Work Practices
  • Teamwork
  • Communication

Benefits

  • Overtime Pay
  • Company-Matching Registered Savings Plan
  • Dental Care
  • Extended Health Care
  • Vision Care
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Life and Disability Insurance
  • Paid Time Off
  • On-Site Parking
  • Supportive and Collaborative Work Environment
  • Comprehensive Safety Training and Resources

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Categories

  • Construction
  • Trades
  • Logistics
  • Security & Safety
  • Customer Service & Support

Keywords

  • Scaffolding
  • Access Equipment
  • Equipment Yard
  • Warehouse
  • Forklift
  • Truck Loading
  • Truck Unloading
  • Equipment Preparation
  • Rental Equipment
  • Equipment Inspection
  • Damage Assessment
  • Manual Labour
  • Outdoor Work
  • Heavy Lifting
  • Safety Protocols
  • Safe Work Practices
  • Customer Service
  • Recordkeeping
  • Snow Removal
  • Construction
  • RCMP Background Check

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