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Shop clean-up, organizing, and parts running
Office support including filing, scanning, and general organization tasks
Shovel, rake, and wheelbarrow work
Safe operation of hand tools and small compaction equipment
Other adhoc duties as required.
Requirements
Candidate must be 18 years of age.
Follow safety practices in line with National Safety Code (NSC).
Demonstrate strong willingness to learn and adhere to DARCI system.
Compliance with the company's drug and alcohol policy, including pre-employment testing.
Adherence to all company safety policies and procedures.
Must demonstrate the capability to identify safety hazards.
Must be an effective communicator and a team player.
Working Conditions
Overtime as required
Work is performed in an outdoor setting, which could include inclement weather, heat and humidity, and exposure to dust and asphalt
Must be physically able to work general labour
Must be physically able to repetitively lift and carry 50 LBS as needed
Use of personal protection equipment is required
Must comply with the company's drug and alcohol testing requirements
This is a unionized position with an anticipated wage of $25CAD per hour. The final compensation package will be determined based on factors including the candidate's job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.Terus Construction offers opportunities for qualified people who want to grow in our high-performance organization including competitive salary and benefits package, along with in-house training, an incredible work environment, and career advancement opportunities.Must be able to meet all safety requirements including pre-employment drug/alcohol testing.We would like to thank all applicants for submitting their resume. However only applicants selected to be interviewed will be contacted.Information at a GlancePlease enable JavaScriptScreen readers cannot read the following searchable map.×Cookie Consent ManagerWhen you visit any website, it may store or retrieve information on your browser, mostly in the form of cookies. Because we respect your right to privacy, you can choose not to allow some types of cookies. However, blocking some types of cookies may impact your experience of the site and the services we are able to offer.Required CookiesThese cookies are required to use this website and can't be turned off.Show More DetailsRequired Cookies Provider Description Enabled SAP as service providerWe use the following session cookies, which are all required to enable the website to function:
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