Road Construction Labourer – Gravel Base Crew
Employment Type: Full‑time, Seasonal/Permanent, overtime & weekend availability as needed
Pay Range: Competitive—based on experience
Duties & Responsibilities
- Perform general labour: shovel, rake, and spread gravel and asphalt to specified grade using hand tools
- Spot trucks and unload materials safely and efficiently
- Operate light equipment, including packers, skid‑steers, pneumatic hammers, tampers, and hand compactors
- Assist the crew with setting up and managing traffic control devices (cones, signs, barricades), including hand‑signaling for moving trucks/machines
- Maintain a clean, clutter‑free worksite—removing debris and keeping the area safe
- Conduct basic equipment safety checks and preventive maintenance
- Support bulk material spreading and compaction to meet project specifications under supervision
Qualifications & Requirements
- Previous experience in road or heavy civil construction preferred
- Comfortable operating small machinery (skid‑steer, packer, hand tools)
- Valid Class 5 driver’s license with clean abstract
- Strong physical fitness; able to lift up to 50 lbs repeatedly and work in extreme weather
- Good communication skills; ability to follow directions safely
- Safety‑conscious team player; ready for occasional weekend or extended shifts
What We Offer
- Competitive hourly pay plus overtime
- Benefits package (extended health, dental, vision, life insurance)
- Stable seasonal work with potential for career growth
- Safety-first culture with training, tools, and personal protective equipment
- Supportive team environment—you’re not just another shovel wielder!
Job Types: Full-time, Seasonal
Contract length: 10 months
Pay: $28.00-$30.00 per hour
Additional pay:
- Overtime pay
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- RRSP match
- Vision care
Flexible language requirement:
- French not required
Schedule:
- 12 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- Overtime
- Weekends as needed
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Calgary, AB: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- construction: 1 year (preferred)
Language:
- English (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- Class 5 Licence (preferred)
Work Location: In person
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