Telecommunications Labourer

Our Telecommunications group is currently looking to add a Labourer to our team, based in Winnipeg, MB.

Reporting to the Foreman, we are seeking motivated and enthusiastic Construction Labourers with the ability to support a variety of job functions. This position is responsible for day-to-day manual tasks on the project and must demonstrate a sound work ethic to complete physical tasks.

Please Note: This position will work 5 - 6 days / week, 10 hours / day outdoors in a variety of conditions.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Complete job tasks (including but not limited to: Sweeping, Shoveling, Assembling, Cleaning)
• Provide manual labour assistance as required
• Transport appropriate tools to the worksite, confirm all tools function properly before use, and ensure equipment and tools are safely stored
• Operate basic hand and power tools in a safe manner (including, but not limited to: skill saws, snow blowers, grinders etc.)
• Adhere to all company specific and industry specific safety regulations, ensuring highest standard of safety is upheld
• Participate in tailboard meetings, including identification of potential work site hazards
• Report potential hazards to Foremen or Journeymen
• Other duties as required by crews

• Previous Construction experience
• Class 5 drivers license with clean drivers abstract
• Physically fit with the ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds
• Proven knowledge of safety practices, procedures and requirements
• Knowledge of safe operation of basic hand and power tools

We offer a comprehensive and competitive total rewards package that incorporates a complete range of employee benefits, including an RRSP matching program, to ensure you have the tools necessary to manage, maintain, and improve your health and wellbeing. 

About our Business

Valard Construction is Canada’s premier utility contractor providing comprehensive EPC+ (engineering, procurement, construction) and maintenance services to utilities, independent power producers, mining, oil and gas industries and rural electric associations. We have the capabilities, knowledge, and resources to take on any project, any size, any complexity, anywhere.  We are also part of Quanta Services, the largest electrical power contractor in North America.

Valard Construction is an equal opportunity employer.

Learn more

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* Depending on qualifications, the successful candidate may be offered a position at a more appropriate level.

* Applicants must have legal authorization to work in Canada with no restrictions.

* Valard Construction is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, without regard to race, religion, age, sex, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or disability.  Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available on request during the recruitment process.

* We do not use automated tools to screen applications.  All hiring decisions involve human review.  This job posting is for an existing vacancy.