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Summer Labourer Jobs in Saskatchewan (NOW HIRING)

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Summer Labourer information

What is a summer labourer?

Summer Labourers are temporary workers, often hired for the summer season, who perform a variety of manual and physical tasks. Their duties can include landscaping, construction support, maintenance, cleaning, and assisting with outdoor projects. These roles are common in industries like construction, parks and recreation, and municipal services, and are ideal for students or individuals seeking short-term employment. The work can be physically demanding and usually requires good stamina, reliability, and the ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions.

What are the typical responsibilities and challenges of a summer labourer?

As a Summer Labourer, your daily tasks often include assisting with landscaping, construction, site clean-up, and material handling. Working outdoors means adapting to varying weather conditions and performing physically demanding activities throughout your shift. Common challenges include maintaining safety standards, managing repetitive manual tasks, and staying hydrated during hot weather. The role offers valuable hands-on experience and opportunities to develop teamwork and problem-solving skills, especially when collaborating closely with supervisors and skilled tradespeople.

What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as a summer labourer?

To thrive as a Summer Labourer, you generally need physical stamina, basic manual skills, and the ability to follow safety procedures, with a high school diploma often preferred. Familiarity with hand tools, power equipment, and sometimes workplace safety certifications like WHMIS or OSHA are typically required. Reliability, teamwork, and a strong work ethic are standout soft skills for this position. These skills and qualities are crucial for maintaining efficiency, safety, and productivity in physically demanding outdoor or construction environments.
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General Labourer

Doman Building Materials Group Ltd

Prince Albert, SK • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 19 days ago


Job description

General Labourers

Permanent Full-Time

4-day work week

Aallcann Wood Suppliers

Prince Albert, SK (and surrounding area)

Multiple Vacancies

SUMMARY

Reporting to the Shift Supervisor, the General Labourer will work in Prince Albert, SK in the wood operation process.

EXPECTED CONTRIBUTIONS

The General Labourer position works in various areas of the wood processing facility. Physical strength and stamina are required to perform the following duties:

  • Unload, load and separate wood products into industrial machines by maneuvering wood pieces into equipment during production
  • Manually guide wood against saws and operate automatic feeding devices to guide cuts
  • Manually feed wood products into machines in the peeling and trimming process of wood products
  • Inspect and measure wood pieces to mark for cuts and to verify the accuracy of cuts
  • Count, sort, and stack finished wood pieces
  • Dispose of trash and waste materials as required
  • Perform housekeeping duties in work area to ensure a safe and clean work environment

Requirements

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

  • A safety conscious attitude
  • Able to accurately count and identify various lumber products
  • Good hand eye coordination and ability to maintain concentration and focus for long periods
  • Able to lift up to 50 pounds or 23 kilograms
  • Bending, lifting, and reaching during course of shift
  • Must be able to speak, read, and write English
  • Must be able to wear hand, eye and ear protection as required
  • Experience working in wood processing or lumber yard is desirable
  • Must be flexible to accommodate operational and scheduling requirements

WORKING CONDITIONS

  • Must be able to tolerate working in outdoor conditions year round
  • Work site will be hot in the summer and can be extremely cold during the winter
  • Workers will need strength and stamina to stand, bend and lift on a daily basis
  • Work site can often be noisy and dusty
  • May work around machinery with blades or other hazards


EDUCATION

  • High school graduation or equivalent an asset

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT

  • Must have own steel-toed boots

Benefits

COMPENSATION

  • Hourly rate

WORK LOCATION

  • Prince Albert, SK, Mill is located 23 KM’s East of Prince Albert on Hwy 55 and Whitestar Road.
  • Candidates will need their own transportation to travel to and from the work site. No public transportation available to the work area

HOURS OF WORK

  • 10-hour shifts, four days per week – Monday through Thursday
  • Must be flexible to accommodate operational and scheduling requirements
  • Occasional overtime and/or weekend work may be required

This posting reflects an existing vacancy within our organization.

Applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada without sponsorship.

Doman does not use artificial intelligence (AI) to screen, assess, and select candidates.

Doman welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations
are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

We thank you for your interest; however, only those selected for an interview
will be contacted.