Concrete Pipe Labourer

WHO IS LAFARGE?
As a global leader in innovative and sustainable building solutions, Lafarge is enabling greener cities, smarter infrastructure and improving living standards around the world. With sustainability at the core of our strategy, we are becoming a net-zero company, with our people and communities at the heart of our success. We are driving circular construction as a world leader in recycling to build more with less. It’s all thanks to our 7,000 talented people around the world who are passionate about building progress for people and the planet through four business segments: Cement, Ready-Mix Concrete, Aggregates and Solutions & Products.

WHO ARE LAFARGE PEOPLE?
Lafarge people are passionate about finding better ways to build. They embrace innovation and improvement with a pioneering spirit. They work as trusted partners, creating better solutions and experiences for their customers, communities, and colleagues.

Overview

Are you looking for a rewarding career with opportunities for advancement? Are you interested in, full time, indoor and outdoor work in a city setting? Lafarge has immediate openings for  Concrete Pipe Labourers to join our Pipe operation in Calgary.  Pipe Labourers are responsible for aiding in all areas of the plant.  They are responsible for collecting materials, removing Pallets and Headers from Pipe, setting up forms under supervision and basic concrete placing. They participate in housekeeping and other various tasks throughout the plant. A high level of safety practices must be used at all times.

Responsibilities:

• Receive oral instructions to determine work assignments.
• 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.
• Finish concrete products
• Transport raw materials, finished products and equipment throughout the plant manually or using powered equipment.
• Assist machine operators, crane operators and other workers.
• Assist with minor repairs and maintenance.
• Remove rubble and other debris.
• Clean and remove excess debris from molds and other equipment.
• Participate in daily Pre-Production Meetings.
• Complete Field Level Risk Assessments before beginning each task.

Qualifications and qualities:

• These positions require someone who is Safety Conscious.
• Concrete experience would be an asset
• Forklift experience would be an asset

Compensation

• $24.45 per hour based on skills and qualifications. Includes full benefits and a company pension after three months of employment.

Education

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required Post-secondary degree, diploma, trade certificate, etc. preferred
• Specific Certification

Competencies:

• Safety Oriented
• Able to lift 55 lbs
• Able to work in a fast-paced, high-production environment
• Able to work unsupervised
• Able to work well with others
• Good communication skills
• Comfortable and capable of working at heights
• Demonstrates commitment to safety for oneself and others
• Mechanical aptitude
• Time and self-management skills as part of a team or independently
• Demonstrate strong skills in problem-solving, decision making and multi-tasking
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Computer literacy: including Excel, Word programs a benefit
• Willing to work overtime and shifts when needed including Saturdays

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.

YOUR LAFARGE EXPERIENCE
At Lafarge, there is endless opportunity for you to play your part. Whether you’re in a technical, managerial, or frontline role, you can shape a career that works for you. With us you’ll have the chance to embrace the passion we share for our planet. You’ll be encouraged to seek out diverse perspectives, share your ideas and build the skills and connections you need to perform at your best. Because it’s only when we work together in a culture where everyone thrives, that we can build the world we all want to live in.