General Shop & Construction Labourer

Puremetal Welding and Fabrication Ltd. is a custom metal fabricator that specializes in structural steel and other metal structures. We also take on custom projects to support our local businesses and entrepreneurs. We are based in Squamish BC, known as the Outdoor recreational capital of Canada. Ranked 3rd in the world for mountain biking with over 500km of trails and one of the world’s best climbing destinations. Our shop is located in the Squamish Valley and is steps away from the backcountry, hiking, rock climbing and mountain biking and a short drive to Whistler/Blackcomb ski resort.

Our core values are Honesty, Quality and Integrity. We constantly strive to improve all areas of the business with the goal of creating an efficient, safe, and environmentally friendly workplace. We take pride in our work and providing the best possible service to our clients.

We are is looking for a hardworking employee to assist with general labour and shop organization. Experience not required as is training provided. For the right candidate, who desires to grow as a trades-person, we will provide additional opportunities and training, including welding or ironworking apprenticeships. Having a drivers license is required as our shop is not near bus routes.

The Daily activities involve:

• Safe work practices
• Handling materials within the shop and outdoors as required manually or using forklifts, cranes or other devices;
• Use of basic hand tools and power hand tools (i.e. grinders, die grinder, wrench);
• Care of company supplied trucks
• Installation of Steel Residential Structures and components

Qualifications:

• Must also be safety conscious, reliable, punctual, show a willingness to learn;
• Tasks will involve physical labour, the use of tools, and heavy lifting;
• Applicant must be willing to work in an industrial environment, as well as outdoors.

The ideal candidate would:

• Have 2 years construction experience
• Have very good organizational skills
• Air Brakes endorsement is an asset with a pay increase
• Be committed to his/her safety and those of their coworkers;
• Live in Squamish or the Lower mainland

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $22.00-$29.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Vision care

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Squamish, BC: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Language:

• English (required)

Licence/Certification:

• Driving Licence (required)

Work Location: In person