Forbes Bros. Group of Companies

Labourer

Forbes Bros. Group of Companies  •  $44k/yr  •  Prince Albert, CA (Onsite)  •  4 months ago
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Forbes Bros Group of Companies has a family-oriented culture that focuses on flexibility, communication, growth & respect in the workplace. Welcome to this exciting career opportunity!


Forbes Bros Ltd.
is seeking multiple Labourer's (full-time, permanent) The Labourer will be responsible for assisting other crew members in day-to-day tasks inclusive of but not limited to operating small equipment and tools to complete tasks, carrying and moving materials as needed and other additional tasks and duties as assigned.


Position(s):Hydrovac Operator
Start Date: ASAP
Openings: 3
Location:
Prince Albert, Saskatchewan

WHAT WE OFFER:

  • Competitive Hourly

    Wage (Starting at $22.00/HR)
  • Comprehensive health benefits plan
  • Enrolment in Pension Program
  • Vacation pay & Stat Holiday pay
  • Annual boot allowance of $250 & annual clothing allowance of up to $900
  • Opportunity for Apprenticeship enrollment
  • 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
  • Digging and back-filling trenches
  • Pulling and placing underground and overhead cables
  • Carrying and moving materials as needed
  • Operating small equipment and hand tools
  • Spotting for vehicles and equipment
  • Site setup and cleanup, ensuring trash, debris and other potentially dangerous materials from the construction site are removed
  • Assisting craft/crew members with work as directed
  • Following instruction and adhering to safe work practices
  • Development of skills on varied and challenging tasks
  • Performing additional tasks and duties as assigned

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

  • Valid Class 5 Driver's license , is required
  • General knowledge of the principals involved in the operation of construction, maintenance methods and procedures, is preferred
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to work in a team to efficiently and effectively complete jobs within deadlines
  • Able and willing to present a valid Driver's License and an acceptable five (5) year drivers abstract
  • Ability to work in field/site with travel and work hour flexibility to accommodate to remote/site work schedule and weekend hours as required
  • Physically fit and able to perform manual labor in varying weather conditions and environments, inclusive of heavy lifting
  • Strong verbal and written skills with the ability to communicate in a professional manner
  • Ability to work with independently or within a team environment with minimal supervision

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.

Forbes Bros. Group of Companies

About Forbes Bros. Group of Companies

Forbes Bros, incorporated in 1977, has grown to become one of North America’s largest privately-held utility construction contractors. Forbes Bros has expanded from its original base of operations in the province of Saskatchewan across North America. Over that period Forbes Bros has grown geographically as well as through acquisition. Forbes Bros has acquired four powerline construction companies; RS Line Contr. Co in 1997, Interlake Powerline in 2014, Timberline Construction in 2017, and Titan Electric Inc in 2018. Forbes Bros has also diversified its operations with several acquisitions over the last several years; Summit Telecom and HPS Hydrovac Services in 2016 and Bullet Boring in 2017.

Forbes Bros currently has its head office in Edmonton, Alberta with Canadian corporate offices located in Prince Albert (SK), Winnipeg (MB) and Toronto (ON). Our US operations have offices Rapid City (SD), Williston (ND), Casper (WY), Seattle (WA), Salt Lake City (UT), and Salem (UT).

Forbes Bros fleet management team has the experience and capability to meet the needs of multiple large-scale transmission projects simultaneously. With over 2500 pieces of owned construction equipment including 6 full sets of stringing gear, an experienced team of field mechanics who are deployed on every project, and 6 major repair shops across North America, Forbes Bros is capable of surging up to meet any project size or timeline.

Industry
Construction & Skilled Trades
Company Size
201-500 employees
Headquarters
Edmonton, CA
Year Founded
1976
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