Supporting Volker Stevin Contracting Operations Construction Laborer is responsible for providing physical labor support during all phases of construction and production. A Construction Laborer provides a broad range of support in areas, such as, hand work, moving materials, clearing terrain, site preparation, shoveling, and basic equipment operation.
General Responsibilities:
- Load, unload and move construction materials around the worksite.
- Manually remove large rocks and debris turned up by graders and other heavy equipment, ensuring all revealed rocks and debris are clear before equipment makes further passes.
- Execute traffic control plans by placing, removing, covering, and uncovering traffic control signs, cones, barricades, and other traffic control devices.
- Direct traffic when necessary.
- Signal operators of construction equipment to facilitate alignment and movement of materials.
- Using a rake or shovel, spread gravel and other construction materials for padding or setting concrete structures, paint, or ribbon. Operate equipment, such as pneumatic hammers, vibrators, tampers, and skid steer as required.
- Shoveling test holes by locating markers/flags and quarantine any exposed pipes.
- Mark test holes with stakes.
- Ensure the worksite is organized and free of clutter, rubble, and garbage.
- Shovel around live utilities to expose without damaging.
- Other construction and general labor related duties as required.
The ideal candidate for this position will possess the following:
Qualifications & Experience
- High School Diploma or G.E.D. is preferred.
- Construction or labor experience is an asset.
- Valid Class 5 Operator’s License; a clean Driver Abstract.
- Physical ability to repetitively lift and carry at least 40 lbs. on a regular basis.
Note: We promote a safe work environment with a substance abuse testing program.
While we thank all applicants for their interest, only those selected will be contacted for an interview.
About Volker Stevin Contracting
Since 1978 Volker Stevin Contracting Ltd. has been one of the premier civil contractors in the Calgary region. We are a well-established, and highly respected general contractor with a wealth of experience, and expertise in projects ranging from $10,000 to $150,000,000. We take great pride in delivering top quality projects on time, and on budget. As one of the larger local contractors, we have the personnel, resources, and equipment to ensure timely delivery of the projects to which we commit. Our resource pool offers us approximately 800 employees, from general laborers to the most highly skilled equipment operators, foremen, superintendents, and project managers, all within the City of Calgary and area.Apply now for Construction Laborer
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