Construction Labourer

• Posted by : Kerrvan Contracting Inc.

 November 19, 2024 - August 18, 2025

• Job category : Construction

• Salary : $23.00 per hour

         

Job Description

Company Summary:

Kerrvan Contracting offers construction related services, mainly carpentry. We are currently looking for an energetic and efficient Construction Labourer to join our team to offer support on various construction projects and assignments to ensure that they are executed in a safe and timely manner.

Company Operating Name:  Kerrvan Contracting Inc.

Business Address:  1388 272 Street, Aldergrove, BC V4W2P9 Canada
Job Summary:

The Construction Labourer should be available to provide assistance and support to trained and experienced construction tradespersons and work under their direction and supervision. The ideal candidate is a quick learner and can receive and recall verbal instructions in English. Physical capacity to perform all assigned work is a must as the position is labour intensive and may involve heavy lifting, repetitive motions and safe use of equipment.

Job Title: Construction Labourer
No. of Positions: 1

Job Description and Duties:

• Work under and assist experienced carpenters and other construction tradespersons with day-to-day tasks on the job site.
• Load and unload construction supplies from trucks
• Set up work areas, erect and dismantle concrete forms, scaffolding, ramps, catwalks, shoring and barricades required at construction sites
• Mix, pour and spread materials
• Drill holes in timbers or lumber and cut them to specified dimensions
• Position and hold timbers, lumber, or paneling in place for fastening or cutting
• Clean work areas, machines, or equipment to maintain a clean and safe job site
• Oil and grease construction equipment and machinery for maintenance and performance
• Light demolition work
• Safely operate various power tools and construction equipment as directed
• Assist heavy equipment operators to secure special attachments to equipment, signal operators to guide them in moving equipment and provide assistance in other activities
• Assist in drilling and blasting rock at construction sites
• Level earth to fine grade specifications using rake and shovel
• Remove rubble and other debris at construction sites using rakes, shovels, wheelbarrows and other equipment
• Perform other activities at construction sites, as directed.

Terms of Employment: Permanent Full Time, Long Term

Hours of Work: 40 hours per week 

Wages:  $23.00 per hour 

Overtime: One and one-half times the regular wage rate as per provincial regulations  

Location of Work: 1388 272 Street, Aldergrove, BC V4W2P9 Canada
Anticipated Start Date of Employment:  As soon as possible

Education, Experience and Language Requirements:

• No formal education requirements
• At least seven months of related experience
• Basic English skills

Working Conditions and Physical Capabilities: 

• Repetitive tasks
• Attention to detail
• Lifting up to 50 lbs
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking, bending, crouching and kneeling

Additional Skills and Other Requirements: 

• Effective interpersonal skills
• Flexibility and Judgement
• Must be a team player, reliable and organized
• Must be available for all hours of operations and shifts including overtime and weekend work as required 

Preference given to applicants who are Canadian citizens, Canadian Permanent Residents, Asylum Seekers with valid open work permit, New Immigrants, Indigenous Persons / Aboriginals, Visible Minorities and Vulnerable Youth.

If this opportunity interests you, and you meet all of the above requirements, please submit your resume and a cover letter by email to us at kerrvancontca@gmail.com or by mail at 1388 272 Street, Aldergrove, BC V4W2P9 Canada. Only qualified candidates will be contacted.

We thank all applicants for their interest in the position; however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.