Job Description

Company Overview:
Forbes Bros Ltd. is a family owned and operated company. With safety at the core, Forbes Bros Ltd. has a family-oriented culture that focuses on flexibility, communication, growth & respect in the workplace.
Job Overview:
Position(s): Labourer
Shift Schedule: Monday - Friday
Location: Surrey, BC
Forbes Bros. Ltd. is currently seeking an experienced Labourer - Civil (full-time, permanent) to join our growing FB Bullet team based out of Vernon, BC. Specializing in shallow utility construction in the lower mainland, the FB Bullet team continues to see significant growth in the northern region.
The Labourer - Civil will support crews with assigned site tasks and jobs to ensure that project deadlines are met in a timely manner. The successful candidate will demonstrate attention to detail, ability to adapt to changing working conditions and prioritize safety and quality.
What We Offer:

• Pay as per the collective bargaining agreement ($28.14 - $56.27), based on level of experience
• Benefits and Registered Retirement Savings program as per the collective agreement
• Training & Training Allowances as per the collective agreement
• Schedule is Monday to Friday with frequent opportunity for weekend hours
• Overtime/double time as per collective bargaining agreement
• Family orientated working environment
• Opportunities for career growth and development

Key Responsibilities:

• Emulates Forbes Bros core value of 'WE WORK SAFE' in all daily tasks
• Assist with and execute day-to-day activities as required to meet project and client deadlines
• Provide labor support in various functions as required by project
• Complete pre-trips and preventative maintenance as required in additional to all required daily paperwork
• Participate and engage in daily Tailboard meetings, identify hazards and assist in crew compliance to safety policies and regulations
• Conduct groundwork including shoveling snow, raking, pumping water, and prepping ground for concrete
• Ensure cleanliness of sites by routinely removing garbage and other debris
• Load and unload various materials to work site and vice versa
• Operate and maintain tools, hand tools, equipment in compliance with company policies and standards
• Adhere to safety protocols and policies as outlined
• Perform other tasks related to this function as assigned

What We Are Looking For:

• Minimum one (1) year experience in the Construction Industry, is required
• Valid Class 5 Drivers License is required
• Ability to recognize site hazards and implement hierarchy of controls to eliminate hazards with crew members
• Able and willing to work in field/site with travel and work hour flexibility to accommodate to remote/site work schedules
• to perform manual labor in varying weather conditions and environments, inclusive of heavy lifting
• Able and willing to present an acceptable five (5) year drivers abstract upon employment

Disclaimer: As per client/site requirements, candidates may be required to undergo pre-access screening.
FB Bullet is a subsidiary under the Forbes Bros Ltd. umbrella.Forbes Bros Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer committed to best practices in recruiting and hiring to promote diversity and equality in the workplace. We thank all applicants for their interest, however; only those candidates who meet the requirements noted will be contacted.
In compliance with Client and Project/Work site requirements, candidates may be required to undergo pre-access screening.

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