North America Construction (1993) Ltd. – NAC Constructors Ltd. (NAC) is well known for our expertise in water and wastewater construction across Canada. Our self-performing team of almost 500 skilled professionals and experts in trades and engineering, comprehensively handles projects, from conceptualization to delivery. We also have extensive experience in fields such as civil, structural, process mechanical, building mechanical, electrical and instrumentation work. At NAC, our priority is to maintain the highest level of quality and safety. The depth of our resources is evident in the variety of projects we construct; from water filtration to wastewater treatment; dams to ethanol; we build it all….and more!
Position Summary
Under the direction of the Civil Superintendent, the Lead Hand is responsible as the lead member of the crew in the absence of the Foreperson and is required to manage the production and efficiency of the crew. The Lead Hand assists the Foreperson with daily organization and control of labour, equipment and materials to ensure the delivery of a high standard of HSE, quality and productivity is maintained by the crew.
NAC is currently seeing a Carpenter/Formsetter Lead hand, for various Water and Wastewater Treatment Plant projects initially at our Lakeshore WWTP in Innisfil, ON. Furnished accommodations provided to qualified non-local candidates.
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Job Description
Lead the daily activities of construction employees
On a daily basis, ensure each of your crew members know the production and cost code expectations for the tasks at hand
Encourage and promote open communication and trust with the workforce; lead by example in the assigned work. Provide regular direction to your crew
Build, layout and execute wooden forms and advanced formwork systems as required, according to specifications with the ability to make calculations depending on grades
Ensure forms are properly designed and on grade to meet construction specifications for the project
Use of levels and measuring tapes in the use of setting forms to grade with minimal supervision
Construct chutes, forms and align form panels for pouring concrete
Fill form with concrete material, compact with tamper/compactor to required grade
Monitor job progress and provide regular progress reporting to supervisor
Plan, monitor, and maintain proper use of hand tools
Knowledgeable and aware of the required quality of installations; direct and monitor quality; report on issues
Responsible for the organization & cleanliness of work area, materials storage and tool cribs
Actively support NAC'S Health, Safety, and Environment policies and procedures as per the roles and responsibilities within the HSE Manual
Requirements
3-5 years of experience working with various types of formwork in heavy construction
Ability to read and interpret instructions, drawings, sketches and specification to determine work activities
Must have advanced formwork experience (Doka or Logo form systems are an asset)
Experience with walls up to 5 meters
Experience with shoring at 5 meters high
Concrete pouring experience and flat concrete finishing experience is an asset
Knowledge of safe operation of tools
Ability to operate required equipment in a safe and responsible manner
Knowledge of workplace safety and safe lifting and handling procedures
Valid WHMIS, Health and Safety Awareness Training for Workers and Working at Heights certificates are required.
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$46.94 - $49.22 an hour
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NAC Offers:
- Competitive compensation
- Opportunities for career growth, development and advancement, including financial assistance
- Comprehensive benefit plan (dental, vision, health, etc.)
- Employee & Family Assistance Program
- Excellent company matched pension plan
- Registered Retirement Savings Plans
- Additional time off between Christmas and New Year’s Day
- Community involvement opportunities
- Friendly working environment
- Numerous team activities and various company events
NAC is committed to providing equal opportunities for all individuals to achieve their goals. If you feel that you need accommodations during the recruitment and selection process because of illness/disability, please contact Human Resources for further information
