Labourer - Precast Jobs

Lafarge in Calgary is looking for experienced Production Labourers to join our Precast division. As a Labourer, you will provide support in all areas of the plant. You will be responsible for collecting materials, pulling strand, setting up forms under supervision and basic concrete placing.

Why join the Lafarge Precast team?

• Training opportunities
• Pension plan
• Good OT potential
• Monday - Friday schedules - no shift work!
• These are long term positions that will likely continue throughout the Fall and Winter.
• Come work in a safe and controlled environment, indoors!
• Unionized environment

What you'll do:

• Transport raw materials, finished products and equipment throughout plant manually or using powered equipment
• Complete Field Level Risk Assessments before beginning each task
• Remove rubble and other debris
• Participate in daily Pre-Production Meetings
• Position or dismantle forms for pouring concrete
• Perform physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling of materials
• May assist with minor repairs and maintenance
• Clean and remove excess debris from molds and other equipment
• Assist machine operators, assemblers and other workers

Who we're looking for:

• 1-2 years of experience is preferred
• High School Diploma

Specific Experience:

• Prior experience in a precast plant would be an asset
• Experience working in a production line setting

Competencies:

• Able to work unsupervised
• Willing to work overtime and shifts when needed including Saturdays
• Good communication skills
• Able to work well with others
• Safety Oriented
• Able to lift 55 lbs
• Able to work in a fast paced, high production environment

As part of our dedicated focus on the health and safety of all employees, a pre-employment medical, including drug and alcohol testing and a criminal record check, may be required.