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Labourer, Construction

@ Caivan

Ottawa, Ontario

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Overview

Caivan is hiring a Labourer in its Finish Department to help build homes in a residential community in Ottawa. The work covers supporting the Construction Technician and Project Manager, keeping home and lot cleanliness, and preparing homes for the next trade. The posting lists industry-leading wages, company-paid health and dental coverage, and bi-weekly direct deposit.

Responsibilities:

  • Support Construction Technician and Project Manager on assigned homes
  • Clean and prepare lots and homes for next trade
  • Provide trade partner access and maintain home cleanliness
  • Perform winter checks and protection
  • Keep task organizational list up to date

Requirements summary:

  • 0-1 year labourer experience in residential construction
  • Valid driver's licence and reliable vehicle
  • Ability to lift 50 lbs
  • Knowledge of construction equipment and materials
  • Strong attention to detail and independence

Tools & skills

Benefits mentioned

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Source and dates

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Employer posting date
2026-09-19
First seen by our source
2026-10-10
Source record updated
2026-10-13

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Job details

SeniorityEntry level
DepartmentConstruction trades
Experience0+ years
Travelair: none · ground: moderate
Work settingConstruction site, Outdoors
PositionSitting and standing
Physical demandsphysical high · lift 50 lb · computer low
Driver’s licencerequired, own vehicle
Perks mentionedGenerous paid time off, Free or discounted meals, Home office allowance

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Caivan

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Passion • Purpose • Place

Full company description

Our curiosity for what makes our favorite places special drives us and our creative process. Community building doesn’t begin and end, it evolves and grows. We take our role in the life cycle of neighborhoods and the people that enjoy them seriously. Where we live directly affects who we are and how we live our lives. At Caivan Communities, our core belief is that our communities have the capacity to positively impact the people that call our Neighborhoods home. We are dedicated to shaping purpose-built places around the lives we aspire to live. Follow us: https://www.instagram.com/caivansocial/ https://www.facebook.com/caivansocial/

LinkedIn followers
4,114
People associated on LinkedIn
173
Reported office locations
  • 3713 Borrisokane Rd, Ottawa, Ontario K2J 4J4, CA
Business categories
  • Construction
  • Communities
  • Real Estate
  • Customer Service
Other recorded names
  • Caivan Development Corporation
  • Caivan
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.

Our curiosity for what makes our favorite places special drives us and our creative process. Community building doesn’t begin and end, it evolves and grows. We take our role in the life cycle of neighborhoods and the people that enjoy them seriously. Where we live directly affects who we are and how we live our lives. At Caivan Communities, our core belief is that our communities have the capacity to positively…

FieldValue
IndustryReal Estate
Company size201-500 employees
HeadquartersOttawa, Ontario
Organization typePrivately Held
Open jobs on Jobsy27
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Job description

Are you ready to grow your career in Residential Construction?

We are seeking an organized & proactive individual for the position of Labourer, in our Finish Department, responsible to assist with managing the construction of homes within a community.

This role requires maintaining construction schedules, coordinating trades, materials, and documentation, and overseeing site cleanup and preparation of homes under construction.

Why ABIC?

Industry Leading Wages

Annual Paid Operations Shutdown (in addition to Paid Vacation Days)

Complimentary Daily Lunch Program

Car Allowance

Safety Boot Allowance

Supportive team culture that values safety, quality, and innovation

Company-Paid Health & Dental Coverage

Coordinating Benefits

Life Insurance, where applicable

Group Benefits & Perks (including Goodlife & Bell Mobile)

Use of ADP (HR Portal) – easily access your employee information, paystubs & schedule time off

Bi-Weekly Payments directly to your bank account

You Will Bring

  • 0 - 1 year experience as Labourer in residential construction environment
  • A valid driver’s license & reliable vehicle
  • Ability to lift/move 50lbs
  • Knowledge of the proper use of equipment, materials, and supplies used in construction work

Exceptional Skills

  • Strong attention to detail
  • Work to complete tasks efficiently in a timely manner
  • Ability to meet attendance schedule with dependability and consistency
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

Responsibilities

  • Support the Construction Technician and Project Manager to help deliver the construction of assigned homes
  • Deliver homes on schedule, while upholding Caivan’s core values
  • Ensure the cleanliness and presentation of individual lots in the community (ex. debris in appropriate and designated places)
  • Prepare the homes for the next trade (including debris clean up, removing cardboard, mopping, and sweeping)
  • Provide access to required trade partners & maintain home cleanliness
  • Winter checks & protection
  • Manage and ensure that the task organizational list is up to date and implemented
  • Conduct work in alignment with Caivan’s Health & Safety policies and reporting process
  • Contribute and adhere to standardized work processes
  • All other duties assigned by the Manager

Working Conditions

  • The job description implies the performance of repetitive tasks
  • Majority of time is spent on construction sites
  • Work may involve exposure to weather, noise, dust, and high-risk activities
  • Ability to adapt to changing site conditions and priorities
  • PPE (hard hat, hi-vis & steel toes boots) is required at all times in field settings
  • Ability to lift heavy objects, walk, and stand for long periods and perform strenuous physical labour in all weather conditions
  • Ability to travel to different projects throughout the City of Ottawa

We carefully review all applications and will contact candidates whose skills, experience, and qualifications most closely align with the requirements of the position.

Artificial intelligence (AI) tools may be used to support the application review and candidate screening process. All hiring decisions involve human review and oversight.

We are committed to providing an inclusive recruitment process. If you require accommodation at any stage of the selection process, please contact Human Resources and we will work with you to meet your needs.

This position is available due to a current vacancy.

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