Job Title: (Junior/Apprentice) Ironworker

Pay Rates: $26-$28ph

About the Company:
A Few Good Lads is the leading provider for on demand labour in Canada. Simply put, we supply workers to construction companies (big & small) across British Columbia and Ontario. With constant expansion and an increased demand within the industry, we are always looking for new employees to come on board.
Our company values are focused around: Community, Safety, Learning and Diversity. With people as the top priority of our operations, we help all employees to get settled in Canada, with advice and resources that will benefit you during your I.E.C. working holiday visa (or the start of permanent residency in Canada.)

Job Summary:
As a Iron Worker, the ideal candidate will understand the basics of a construction site, with a strong awareness for Health & Safety. You will be completing tasks that are set by your site supervisor. Everyday could be something new, making this role ideal for someone who likes versatility in their work.

For this role we require a minimum of 6 months experience and basic proficiency with entry level power tools (drills, saws etc.) You will need to supply basic hand tools and (CSA approved) steel toed safety boots. We supply the PPE that you need to get started (hard hat, hi-vis vest.)

Key Responsibilities:

Keeping the construction site safe, clean and tidy

Read blueprints and specifications to lay out work

Unload and position steel units so each piece can be hoisted as needed

Put up and install scaffolding, hoisting equipment and rigging

Align and weld or bolt steel units in place

Assemble and set up prefabricated metal structures

Take down structures and equipment when needed

Handling and transporting materials around the site Use of hand tools and basic power tools

Requirements:

Must be able to lift 50lbs (23kg)
Blueprint reading
Proficiency at Mathematics
Welding experience (preferred)
6 months experience within an on-site construction position
Advanced proficiency with English (reading, writing and speaking)
Able to follow strict health and safety guidelines
Must be legally permitted to work within Canada

Work Conditions:
This role may require you to work in all weather conditions, inside and outside. Locations of work may vary within the radius of your chosen location: Vancouver, Toronto, Victoria (BC) or Kelowna (BC). Sourcing your own means of transportation to and from your working location will be required (the majority of our work-force use public transit with no issues!)

We schedule our workers on a 40 hour per week basis (Monday-Friday), with pay days falling bi-weekly on a Friday. Shift times may vary, however our usual shift is 7:30am-3:30pm (8 hours). Overtime may be required on occasion and will be paid within the provincial employee pay legislation guidelines.

How To Apply:
To apply for this position please contact the office via +1 (604) 670-4537 or Operations@afewgoodlads.com. We will need a copy of your resume (non Canadian format accepted) and details about your arrival in Canada (if applicable).
If you are applying from outside of Canada or if you would like more information from within Canada, we can book you in for a virtual company information session, these are held weekly via online video chat. Please reach out for exact details.

A Few Good Lads is an equal opportunity employer, this position is open to Indigenous, LGBTQ+, all religions, races and people with disabilities. Please let us know if you require any support throughout the application process.

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Iron Worker (Junior/Apprentice)