Job Description

About PreCon

With a solid history dating back to 1958, PreCon Precast Limited is known as a leading provider of architectural and structural precast concrete solutions with locations in Brampton and Woodstock. Across Ontario, you will find PreCon precast products and systems used in a variety of construction segments. We pride ourselves in being leaders in precast concrete innovation; building more energy efficient, sustainable and safe structures.

Working as part of a team, this position is responsible for performing general labourer duties in a precast concrete manufacturing facility.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Must be able to work in a safe manner and comply with all safety policies and procedures while maintaining a clean and hazard free workspace.
• Ability to communicate effectively with co-workers and management to complete work in a safe, efficient, and timely manner, with minimal supervision.
• Must be able to read and write in English and understand basic mathematics and measurements.
• Safely operate power tools and equipment related to job/task.
• Visually inspects all equipment, personal protection equipment for faulty equipment, worn out parts, and immediately reports his findings to Lead Hand or Supervisor.
• Placement of standard materials related to product, such as: insulation, erection hooks, etc.
• Mix, pour, rake, shovel, vibrate and finish concrete.
• Tie reinforcing, such as rebar to rebar, rebar to mesh, mesh to mesh, under specific direction.
• Nailing and fastening wooden forms under specific direction.
• Perform other general labourer duties as assigned.

Education And/ Or Experience

• Completion of a high school diploma is an asset.
• Previous labourer experience in the concrete and/or construction industry is an asset.
• Certified crane or forklift training is an asset.
• Ability to use and read a tape measure is an asset.
• Ability to read and interpret shop drawings is an asset.
• Experience operating specialized concrete fabrication equipment is an asset.
• Experience operating overhead crane and/or forklift is an asset.

Physical Demands

• While performing the duties of this job you are regularly required to stand for extended periods of time, lift, climb, push-pull, kneel, crouch, twist, bend, and stoop.
• Must be able to lift up to 50lbs frequently.

Work Environment

• May require working in hot (32C) and cold (-25C) temperatures.
• May require walking on terrain that may be uneven, muddy, and slippery.
• Exposure to dust, cement powder, water mist or vapor.

Hours Of Work

• 8 hours a day, Monday to Friday. Working hours are subject to change based on business needs.
• Must be available to work weekends as required by the business needs.
• Must have a willingness to work overtime as required.

This posting is intended to build a talent pool for future opportunities. There may not be an immediate opening at this time, but we will reach out to qualified applicants once a position is available.

As a member of the OSCO Construction Group, PreCon offers a comprehensive compensation package including seniority with Unifor union local 636 upon successful completion of probation, competitive wages, paid overtime and company benefits.