Company: A Few Good Lads
Location: Vancouver
Position: Skilled Labourer (willing to upskill in Rebar work)
Salary: Starting Rate $23.50 p/h (with potential earnings of $33.00p/h once fully qualified)
About the Company:
A Few Good Lads is the leading provider for on demand labour in Canada. Simply put, we supply workers to construction companies (big & small) across British Columbia and Ontario. With constant expansion and an increased demand within the industry, we are always looking for new employees to come on board.
Our company values are focused around: Community, Safety, Learning and Diversity. With people as the top priority of our operations, we help all employees to get settled in Canada, with advice and resources that will benefit you during your I.E.C. working holiday visa (or the start of permanent residency in Canada.)
Job Summary:
As a Skilled Labouer, the ideal candidate will have an interest in rebar work, understand the basics of a construction site, with a strong awareness for Health & Safety. You will be completing tasks that are set by your site supervisor. Everyday could be something new, making this role ideal for someone who is looking to learn and upskill.
For this role we require a minimum of 6 months experience and basic proficiency with entry level power tools (drills, saws etc.) You will need to supply basic hand tools (full list below) and (CSA approved) steel toed safety boots. We supply the PPE that you need to get started (hard hat, hi-vis vest.)
Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized construction site
• Read blueprints and specifications to lay out work
• Unload and position steel units for hoisting as needed
• Install scaffolding, hoisting equipment, and rigging
• Align and secure steel units in place by welding or bolting
• Assemble and set up prefabricated metal structures
• Dismantle structures and equipment when required
• Handle and transport materials around the site
• Use hand tools and basic power tools:

Requirements:

• Ability to lift 50lbs (23kg)
• Blueprint reading skills
• Strong math proficiency
• Welding experience (preferred)
• Minimum 6 months of on-site construction experience
• Advanced English proficiency (reading, writing, and speaking)
• Ability to follow strict health and safety guidelines
• Legally permitted to work in Canada
• Have the following tools; Tool belt with hammer holster, rebar pliers, side cutters, tape measure, tie wire reel (that fits into your toolbelt, sharpie, pencil, hammer
  

Benefits:

• Competitive pay
• Hands-on learning and upskilling opportunities
• Work on large-scale, high-profile projects
• Potential for full-time employment for successful candidates

Work Conditions:

This role may require you to work in all weather conditions, inside and outside. Locations of work may vary within the radius of your chosen location: Vancouver. Sourcing your own means of transportation to and from your working location will be required (the majority of our work-force use public transit with no issues!)

We schedule our workers on a 40 hour per week basis (Monday-Friday), with pay days falling bi-weekly on a Friday. Shift times may vary, however our usual shift is 7:30am-3:30pm (8 hours). Overtime may be required on occasion and will be paid within the provincial employee pay legislation guidelines.

How To Apply:
To apply for this position please contact the office via +1 (604) 670-4537 or [email protected]. We will need a copy of your resume (non Canadian format accepted) and details about your arrival in Canada (if applicable).
If you are applying from outside of Canada or if you would like more information from within Canada, we can book you in for a virtual company information session, these are held weekly via online video chat. Please reach out for exact details.

A Few Good Lads is an equal opportunity employer, this position is open to Indigenous, LGBTQ+, all religions, races and people with disabilities. Please let us know if you require any support throughout the application process.