Precast Concrete Labourer
RM Precast
About Us
RMC Group of Companies is family owned and has been supplying concrete and related services since 1994. RMC Group of Companies is locally owned and operated and is one of Western Canada’s largest independent concrete providers. Since 1994, RMC Group of Companies has expanded the business to more than ten operating entities to provide a one stop shop for all our customer’s concrete needs. With such rapid expansion, there is ample opportunity for growth and development for employees. Come be a part of our growing team!
RM Precast Offers
- Competitive wages and time off policies
- Full scope benefits package (health, dental, life, disability, RRSP, etc.)
- Tiered health plan with a choice of three available plan options
- RRSP contributions
- Annual boot allowance
- Employee assistance programs
- Employee perks and discounts
- Employee referral bonus
- Opportunities for training and professional development
- Team lunches and events
Position Overview
The Precast Concrete Laborer supports the production and handling of precast concrete products such as stairs and jersey barriers. This role involves setting up and preparing concrete forms, tying rebar, operating loaders and forklifts for loading finished products, and assisting with patching and quality inspections.
The position requires maintaining a clean and safe work environment, performing general housekeeping, and participating actively in safety programs. The ideal candidate will have construction experience, familiarity with precast or concrete plant operations, and a strong commitment to safety and teamwork.
Responsibilities
- Set up concrete forms and molds.
- Prepare concrete forms by tying rebar.
- Operate a loader and forklift to load trucks with concrete structures such as stairs and jersey barriers.
- Strip and clean concrete forms.
- Operate vibrating and hand held tools.
- Assist Concrete Finishers in patching and repairing cured products.
- Inspect concrete products such as stairs and jersey barriers to ensure product quality.
- Perform general housekeeping and yard work.
- Maintain a clean and tidy work environment at all times.
- Participate in RMC safety program and initiatives including reporting and identifying hazards, participating in safety meetings, wearing PPE, etc.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Valid class 5 drivers’ license and clean drivers abstract.
- General construction experience.
- Prior experience working with precast products, in a concrete plant, or within an manufacturing environment is an asset.
- CSTS Certification is preferred.
- WHIMIS training is preferred.
- First aid certification is an asset.
Hours of Work
- This position operates on 12 days on and 2 days off schedule.
- Overtime may be required to support operations from time to time, especially during the busy construction season.
Work Environment
This position primarily works in a plant environment and sometimes outdoors. PPE is required at all times while working at the plant including long sleeves, long pants, reflective stripes, and CSA approved steel toed boots. This position will work outdoors and may be exposed to the elements.
Physical Demands
The position is physical in nature and requires bending, crawling, crouching, and standing for long periods of time. Materials are heavy and cumbersome. Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs on a regular basis.
Applicants will be required to undergo pre-employment drug and alcohol testing as part of the hiring process.
RMC Group of Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer and operates without discriminating based on race, national or ethnic origin, colour, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, family status, mental or physical disability or pardoned criminal conviction.