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On-Call Labourer (Casual Position)

@ JDI

Chipman, New Brunswick

Part-time
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Overview

JDI is hiring on-call labourers for a casual, as-needed role with no guaranteed hours and often short notice. The work covers lifting, moving materials, site clean-up and assisting skilled tradespeople, with availability on days, nights and weekends. High school or trade certification, physical fitness and reliable transportation are required.

Responsibilities:

  • Lift and move materials
  • Clean up work sites
  • Follow safety procedures and company policies
  • Assist skilled tradespeople as required

Requirements summary:

  • High school or trade certification
  • Physically fit and able to lift heavy objects
  • Available on short notice, including days, nights and weekends
  • Reliable transportation
Source and dates

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Employer posting date
2026-11-09
First seen by our source
2026-11-09
Source record updated
2026-11-09

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Job details

SeniorityEntry level
DepartmentGeneral labour
Scheduleday, evening, overnight
Travelair: none · ground: none
Work settingPlant or factory, Outdoors
PositionSitting and standing
Physical demandsphysical high · computer none
EducationHigh school (required)

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Job description

We are currently seeking reliable and hardworking individuals to join our team as on-call labourers. This is a casual position with no guaranteed hours. Work will be offered on an as-needed basis, often with short notice.

  • Perform general labour tasks such as lifting, moving materials, and site clean-up
  • Follow safety procedures and company policies
  • Assist skilled tradespeople as required
  • Education Required: High School or Trade Certification
  • Physically fit and able to lift heavy objects
  • Available on short notice, including days/nights/weekends
  • Reliable transportation
  • Previous labourer experience is an asset but not required

Irving Sawmills and Irving Forest Products are committed to delivering quality lumber products, strong customer relationships and service reliability, as well as operating safe and efficient operations. We are focused on delivering quality products through continuous investment in our people, our forest products, our local communities and the most up-to-date technology.

Our employees work in some of the most technologically advanced facilities in North America. In addition to our 12 sawmills and value-added mills, our portfolio contains an industrial-grade pellet plant and our Juniper Farms peat bog production facility. Our team of over 2,000 professionals produce premium products that are sold across North America and through our vertically integrated supply chain. We also supply wood chips for our growing Pulp & Paper Division. Careers at Irving Sawmills are exciting and fast-paced, and there are many opportunities to advance and grow a long-term career with the company in various professions such as production and operations, engineering, maintenance and reliability, technicians, and skilled trades, sales & logistics, and professional services. Employees are encouraged to try new roles to grow their skills as well as gain professional exposure across our many locations in New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Maine, and New York.

Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) operates in Eastern Canada (New-Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, Québec, Ontario, Newfoundland and Labrador), as well as in USA. We are a team of 20,000 dedicated employees. At J.D. Irving, Limited, you are part of a dynamic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about delivering results. With a culture that nurtures talent and creates an inclusive workplace, you can grow your career across our various operating divisions.

We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.

Worried you do not meet all the requirements? Studies have shown that many applicants apply only to job opportunities when they feel they meet 100% of the criteria. We promote an inclusive environment where everyone is appreciated, recognized, and empowered to contribute fully. If you are interested in this position but are worried you did not meet all the requirements, we would encourage you to still apply.

Our recruitment advisors and hiring teams will utilize human screening combined with AI technology to help identify the skills and qualities that matter most to our business, while safeguarding your privacy and using AI responsibly.

We appreciate your interest in our company however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

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