Arkay Contracting is searching for a backup hoist operator & labourer on the UBC Campus in Vancouver. Ideally you also live in Vancouver or close to it. There is transit to the area but it can take quite a while. There is also on site parking if you drive and have a reliable vehicle.
Primary Duty:
Your primary responsibilities will be to perform general labour and be the secondary hoist operator when needed. The labour tasks can range from site cleanup (sweeping, vacuuming, mopping, picking up garbage, etc), loading/unloading tools and materials into the hoist, window frame cleaning, detailing window glass cleaning, installing RAM Board flooring protection and moving various construction materials around site.
You will be on a Tuesday to Saturday schedule. On the weekdays you will be working from 10-6 or 10-7, and on Saturday from 9-4. This project will last until roughly the end of October at which point we will have other projects we can likely place you on.
YOU MUST POSSESS A CURRENT AND VALID CONSTRUCTION PERSONEL HOIST TICKET.
Health & Entry Requirements:
At least 2 years experience working on construction sites. Commercial or residential, high rise / low rise or town homes & custom homes and at least 6 months operating a hoist.
Capable of lifting 30 lbs. or more repeatedly
Possess all necessary PPE (hard hat, high visibility vest, steel toe work
boots)
English skills sufficient to read and understand safety meetings, verbal
instructions, warning labels/signs etc.
Able to perform manual labour for several hours at a time
Minimum 18 years old
Possess a valid Canadian Social Insurance number
General Responsibilities:
Follow work site/ WSBC safety rules
Follow instructions from Foreman & Superintendents
Complete all assigned tasks in a timely and efficient manner
Ask questions when unsure
Compensation:
Starting rate is $30 per hour
Benefits available after 4 months
Company supported training
Other useful tickets, but not required:
- OFA level 1 or 2
- Fall protection training
To Apply:
Please reply to this ad with some details about your experience and contact details. Thank you.
Primary Duty:
Your primary responsibilities will be to perform general labour and be the secondary hoist operator when needed. The labour tasks can range from site cleanup (sweeping, vacuuming, mopping, picking up garbage, etc), loading/unloading tools and materials into the hoist, window frame cleaning, detailing window glass cleaning, installing RAM Board flooring protection and moving various construction materials around site.
You will be on a Tuesday to Saturday schedule. On the weekdays you will be working from 10-6 or 10-7, and on Saturday from 9-4. This project will last until roughly the end of October at which point we will have other projects we can likely place you on.
YOU MUST POSSESS A CURRENT AND VALID CONSTRUCTION PERSONEL HOIST TICKET.
Health & Entry Requirements:
At least 2 years experience working on construction sites. Commercial or residential, high rise / low rise or town homes & custom homes and at least 6 months operating a hoist.
Capable of lifting 30 lbs. or more repeatedly
Possess all necessary PPE (hard hat, high visibility vest, steel toe work
boots)
English skills sufficient to read and understand safety meetings, verbal
instructions, warning labels/signs etc.
Able to perform manual labour for several hours at a time
Minimum 18 years old
Possess a valid Canadian Social Insurance number
General Responsibilities:
Follow work site/ WSBC safety rules
Follow instructions from Foreman & Superintendents
Complete all assigned tasks in a timely and efficient manner
Ask questions when unsure
Compensation:
Starting rate is $30 per hour
Benefits available after 4 months
Company supported training
Other useful tickets, but not required:
- OFA level 1 or 2
- Fall protection training
To Apply:
Please reply to this ad with some details about your experience and contact details. Thank you.
Job ID: 489911098
Originally Posted on: 8/18/2025
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