Posted 21 months ago
General Construction Career - Trainee
@ Ballad Consulting Group
Whitecourt, Alberta
Overview
Ballad Consulting Group is offering a temporary trainee position in its ESTS program for people on income support or regular EI benefits in Alberta's Whitecourt, Grande Prairie and Northwest areas. The program runs 4 to 21 weeks and combines occupational skills training, workplace essential skills and possible workplace training, preparing trainees for construction and related roles. The posting lists day, evening, night, overtime and weekend shifts.
Responsibilities:
- Complete a 4 to 21-week training program
- Build occupational and workplace essential skills
- Gain possible workplace training experience
- Prepare for construction and related roles
Requirements summary:
- Unemployed and collecting regular EI benefits or on income support
- Looking to upgrade skill set or transfer current skills
- Committed to completing the program
- Located in Whitecourt, Grande Prairie or Northwest Alberta
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- Employer posting date
- 2025-02-10
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-08
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-09
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Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Schedule | day, evening, overnight |
| Languages | English |
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Ballad Consulting Group
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Full company description
Founded in 2012, Ballad provides workforce development programs for unemployed and underemployed Albertans in 6 regions across the province. Our industry-driven programs prepare participants to obtain meaningful employment in a diversity of industries including supply chain, construction, hospitality, insurance and agriculture. Our programs include essential skills workshops, simulated work sites, in-class occupational training, micro-credentials, employer site visits and job placements. Our impact goal is to empower participants to be resilient and reattach to the workforce long-term. We also provide economic development, community development and business advisory consulting services for rural municipalities and Indigenous Communities. We integrate an engagement process that supports our clients achieve their vision for the future.
- LinkedIn followers
- 2,820
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 165
- Reported office locations
- 10104 103 Ave NW, 950, Edmonton, Alberta T5J 0H8, CA
- 10310 Jasper Ave NW, 303, Edmonton, Alberta T5J 1Y7, CA
- 3780 30 St, Whitecourt, Alberta T7S 0E4, CA
- 255 5 Ave SW, 710, Calgary, Alberta T2P 3G6, CA
- 205 5 Ave SW, 3810, Calgary, Alberta T2P 2V7, CA
- 9817 101 Ave, 101, Grande Prairie, Alberta T8V 0X6, CA
- Business categories
- Training
- Consulting
- Other recorded names
- Ballad Consulting Group
- Ballad Group
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
- No
- Reported total investment
- 0
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Founded in 2012, Ballad provides workforce development programs for unemployed and underemployed Albertans in 6 regions across the province. Our industry-driven programs prepare participants to obtain meaningful employment in a diversity of industries including supply chain, construction, hospitality, insurance and agriculture. Our programs include essential skills workshops, simulated work sites, in-class…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Professional Training and Coaching |
| Company size | 51-200 employees |
| Headquarters | Edmonton, Alberta |
| Organization type | Privately Held |
| Year founded | 2012 |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 10 |
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Are you interested in a rewarding career in the construction industry? We are seeking individuals who are on income support or collecting regular EI-Benefits for a unique job development opportunity.
**Must apply using below link to be considered**
Apply Here: https://wkf.ms/3VLoTTi
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About Us:
Ballad offers a 4 to 21-week program focused on equipping participants with workplace essentials skills for success with a focus on the construction industry. Our program leads to industry standard certifications, resume building and upgrading workplace essential skills specific to a job placement that will send you on a path to success.
Job Description:
As an ESTS Trainee, you will engage in a unique and flexible program which combines occupational skills training, workplace essential skill development and potential for workplace training experience. This program is designed to prepare for roles such as:
- Labourer (General Construction)
- Production Tech
- Tire Technician
- Truck Driver
- Painter
- General Operator
- …and much much more!
Qualifications:
- Unemployed and collecting regular EI benefits or on income support
- Looking to upgrade skill set
- Transfer current skills to a new job
- Committed to completing a program designed for your success
- Located in the Whitecourt, Grande Prairie or Northwest Alberta
Career Opportunities:
Upon completion of the program, you will be equipped to pursue various roles where your transferable skills will shine in a new job.
How to Apply:
If you are ready to learn more about this opportunity, we invite you to apply today! A member of the ESTS team will contact you shortly.
The Province of Alberta is working in partnership with the Government of Canada to provide employment support programs and services.
Job Types: Permanent, Part-Time, Full-Time,
Schedule (varies):
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Monday to Sunday
- Morning shift
- Night shift
- Overtime
- Weekends as needed
Work Location: In-Person and Virtual (when applicable)
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