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General Labourer
@ MacKay Contracting
Cranbrook, British Columbia
Overview
MacKay Contracting is hiring a General Labourer to keep Cranbrook, B.C. jobsites clean, prepared and safe while supporting project crews. The work covers site preparation, excavation, concrete support, material handling and equipment signaling. The role runs Monday to Friday with some variability and occasional overtime.
Responsibilities:
- Clean and prepare construction sites to eliminate hazards
- Dig trenches, backfill excavations and assist with concrete work
- Erect and dismantle scaffolding, shoring and traffic barricades
- Load, unload and distribute building materials and equipment
- Signal equipment operators and complete daily timecards and FLHA reports
Requirements summary:
- Attention to detail and proficiency with hand and power tools
- Ability to lift up to 23 kg (50 lbs)
- Ability to read plans, instructions and specifications
- Ability to work in all weather conditions
- Strong teamwork and communication skills
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Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-11-11
- First seen by our source
- 2026-11-12
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-12
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Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | General labour |
| Schedule | day |
| Travel | air: none · ground: minimal |
| Work setting | Construction site, Outdoors, Warehouse |
| Position | On the move |
| Physical demands | physical high · lift 50 lb · computer low |
| Languages | English |
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MacKay Contracting
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Heavy Civil Construction & Mining Infrastructure | North America
Full company description
Mackay Contracting is a heavy civil construction and mining services contractor delivering complex infrastructure and resource operations across North America. Built on over 40 years of disciplined execution, we operate in demanding environments where production certainty, precision, and safety are non-negotiable. Our capabilities include: • Transportation infrastructure and corridor development • Underground utilities and integrated civil systems • Contract mining and mine support operations • Environmental and reclamation delivery We support public and private sector clients across Canada and the United States.
- LinkedIn followers
- 1,774
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 38
- Reported office locations
- 1600A Theatre Rd, Cranbrook, British Columbia V1C 7G1, CA
- 1102 Highway 3, Sparwood, British Columbia V0B 2G1, CA
- Business categories
- Construction
- Mining
- Infrastructure
- Transportation
- Industrial
- Project Management
- Civil Engineering
- Other recorded names
- MacKay Contracting
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
- No
- Reported total investment
- 0
Currency and observation date were not supplied; this is not a current valuation or a funding round.
Mackay Contracting is a heavy civil construction and mining services contractor delivering complex infrastructure and resource operations across North America. Built on over 40 years of disciplined execution, we operate in demanding environments where production certainty, precision, and safety are non-negotiable. Our capabilities include: • Transportation infrastructure and corridor development • Underground…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Construction |
| Company size | 201-500 employees |
| Headquarters | Cranbrook, British Columbia |
| Organization type | Privately Held |
| Year founded | 1986 |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 15 |
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Are you ready to play a crucial role in ensuring our jobsites are prepped, safe, and efficient? MacKay Contracting Ltd. is looking for a dedicated General Labourer to join our team. In this vital position, you'll help maintain the cleanliness and safety of our worksites, supporting the smooth and timely operation of our project crews. Your efforts will contribute to delivering the highest quality products and services, exceeding customer expectations, and enhancing our safety profile.
Location & Hours:
This role is based out of our Cranbrook, B.C. headquarters. You'll generally work Monday through Friday, with some variability depending on job locations and client requirements. While travel to job sites and occasional overtime may be required, it won’t be a major component of the role.
Responsibilities & Duties:
- Site Preparation and Maintenance: Clean and prepare construction sites to eliminate hazards.
- Traffic Assistance: Assist Traffic Controllers with managing traffic near work zones.
- Equipment Maintenance: Perform general fueling and lubrication of equipment.
- Excavation Work: Dig ditches, trenches, and backfill excavations using picks, shovels, and pneumatic tampers.
- Structural Support: Erect and dismantle scaffolding, shoring, braces, and traffic barricades.
- Material Handling: Load, unload, and distribute building materials, machinery, and tools.
- Measurement and Marking: Measure, mark, and record areas where construction work will be performed.
- Concrete Work: Position and dismantle forms for pouring concrete; mix, pour, and spread materials.
- Structural Assembly: Position, join, align, or seal structural components like concrete wall sections or pipes.
- Utilities Installation: Assist lead pipelayers during utilities installations and perform confined space entry/concrete grouting.
- Reading Plans: Read plans, instructions, or specifications to determine work activities.
- Equipment Signaling: Signal equipment operators for machinery alignment and movement.
- Reporting: Complete and submit daily timecards and FLHA reports.
Qualifications & Skills:
- Attention to Detail: Thoroughness in completing job tasks.
- Tool Operation: Proficiency with various hand and power tools.
- Physical Strength: Ability to lift up to 23 kg (50 lbs).
- Reliability: Dependable and responsible.
- Initiative and Attitude: High level of initiative with a positive attitude.
- Composure: Maintain calm and control in difficult situations.
- Communication: Ability to give and follow oral and written instructions.
- Teamwork: Cooperative and good-natured attitude, receptive to constructive criticism.
- Problem-Solving: Logical reasoning to identify strengths and weaknesses of solutions.
- Weather Resilience: Ability to work in all weather conditions.
- Adaptability: Adjust actions in relation to others’ actions and give full attention to others.
- Stress Management: Work effectively in high-stress situations.
If you’re ready to contribute to a team that values safety, quality, and teamwork, we’d love to hear from you! Join MacKay Contracting Ltd. and help us deliver exceptional projects. Apply today!
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