Labourer Jobs in Nanaimo, BC (NOW HIRING)

About Us

For over 50 years, Downs Construction Ltd. has been a trusted provider of superior restoration services in Victoria, Nanaimo and Duncan.

What sets us apart? We prioritize our people. When our team feels supported, they deliver exceptional service to our customers and community. We foster growth, recognize contributions, and ensure every voice is heard—because your success is our success.

If you're looking for a workplace where you're truly valued, have opportunities for professional growth, and can enjoy the journey along the way, we'd love to hear from you.

Our values guide us every day:

• Helping Others in Need: Treating everyone with care and respect.
• Our People: We prioritize our employees' well-being and professional growth.
• Excellence: Striving for the highest standards in all we do.
• Innovation: Leveraging technology to deliver outstanding results.
• Planet: Leading sustainability efforts to protect our planet.
• Community: Supporting local initiatives like the Harbor Side Boys & Girls Club.

At Downs Construction, you’ll be part of something bigger: helping us revolutionize the restoration experience while making a real difference. Learn more about our journey at downsconstruction.com.

Job Summary

Behind every team is a strong supporting Laborer. A project management and flood team can be extremely effective and communicative by collaborating to complete daily tasks. Laborer’s will be learning every day on a variety of different tasks, such as how to complete a clean demolition and minor flood technician work. Remember, the most important question a laborer can ask is, “What’s next?”

Job Responsibilities

• Removing construction materials and taking direction from staff.
• Maintaining a neat and orderly company vehicle, if assigned.
• Working collaboratively with all departments applicable to the role.
• Communicating with customers, field team and project management team members and co-workers.
• Ensuring all necessary paperwork is completed in detail on our project management app, Restorify.
• Completing your timecard daily on ADP.
• Adhering to PPCR’s health and safety policies.
• Assisting in preparing the work area, including site protection of unaffected areas, moving contents, and cleaning debris.
• Helping set up and transport flood-related equipment, such as pumps, vacuums, hoses, dehumidifiers, etc.) and following instructions to ensure proper placement.
• Assisting in water extraction using proper equipment under the guidance of flood technicians.
• Removing damaged materials, including different baseboards, door casings, drywall, insulation, and flooring.
• Detaching bifold doors, interior doors, exterior doors, sliding doors and sliding doors with a mirror.
• Cleaning and disinfecting areas to prevent mould growth to achieve a hygienic environment (i.e., wiping surfaces, applying antimicrobial treatments, and using specialized cleaning agents).
• Helping with the setup and monitoring of drying equipment, such as dehumidifiers and air movers.
• Collecting and disposing of debris generated on site.

After completing your probation period of three months, some of the benefits we offer include:

• FREE Extended Health and Dental Benefits!
• Group Retirement Savings Plan (And RRSP Matching!).
• $500.00 per year for each paramedical service we offer (i.e., massage therapy, physiotherapy, chiropractor).
• $750.00 per year for Mental Health-related services, such as clinical psychologists, registered clinical counsellors, etc.
• An additional $500.00 per year for single plans and $1000.00 per year for family plans via our Health Care Spending Account to put towards your extended health and dental benefits.
• Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance.

Compensation

Salary: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour (based on experience)

We are a family-orientated and flexible work environment. If you want to have friends where you work, then look no further – you’ve found your home. We want our staff to do well, both in the workplace and in their personal life, our management team we’ll help you achieve your goals, both professionally, and personally.

Downs Construction Ltd. supports career advancements and continuous training!

Applicants must be legally authorized to Work in Canada

We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

If you need any accommodations for your interview, please email HR@downsconstruction.com as early as possible before your interview. Providing advance notice and details will help us make the necessary arrangements to support you.

Job Requirements

• A valid British Columbia drivers’ license (either N or Class 5).
• Participation in our on-call shift rotation.
• Ability to lift industrial fans weighing roughly 30 – 40 lbs.
• Ability to load and unload wheeled industrial dehumidifiers weighing 130 – 140 lbs.
• Passing a criminal record check and a driver’s abstract check based on our approval.
• Attention to detail.
• Collaborative, communicative, and strong listening skills.
• Providing great customer service.
• Ability to work well alone as well as in a team environment.
• Construction and or restoration experience is considered an asset.
• IICRC WRT certification is considered an asset.