Columbus Hiring construction Jobs – 475 Openings This Week

Powerline Foreman
Forbes Bros. Group of Companies —Ontario
- From $60 an hour
- Full-time
- First Aid Certification
- Construction experience
- In-person
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Telecommunications Excavator Operator (AR LICENSE)
Apex Fibre Limited —Courtice, ON
- $28–$35 an hour
- Full-time
- Heavy equipment operation
- High school diploma or GED
- Construction experience
- Dental care
- Paid time off
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Experienced Lead Carpenter / Renovator
CCR Renovations —Whitby, ON
- From $30 an hour
- Full-time
- Carpentry
- Construction experience
- Leadership
- Dental care
- Vision care
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Agricultural Service Technician / Heavy Duty Mechanic
Premier Equipment —Orono, ON
- $30–$40 an hour
- Full-time
- Customer service
- Forklift
- No university degree
- Profit sharing
- Dental care
AZ Driver
Speedy Transport Group Inc. —Pickering, ON
- $22–$23 an hour
- Overtime
- Customer service
- Driving
- In-person
- Profit sharing
- Disability insurance
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Journeyperson Heavy Duty Mechanic
Thyssen Mining Construction of Canada —Ontario
- Dental care
- Life insurance
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Auto Body Technician
Desired Collision Centre —Ajax, ON
- $75,000–$150,000 a year
- Part-time
- Heavy lifting
- English
- Driving
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Heavy Duty Mechanic (Mobile)
Terapro Construction —Pickering, ON
- $35–$45 an hour
- Full-time
- Bilingual
- English
- Travel
- Disability insurance
- Paid time off
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Commercial Construction Supervisor
Adamson Systems Engineering —Port Perry, ON
- $35–$40 an hour
- Overtime
- First Aid Certification
- Organizational skills
- Construction experience
- Disability insurance
- Dental care
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Territory Sales Manager (TSM)
Kohltech Windows & Entrance Systems —Oshawa, ON
- $70,000–$85,000 a year
- Full-time
- Sales
- Windows
- Microsoft Office
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
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Intermediate Interior Detailer
Ell-Rod Holdings —Clarington, ON
- $20–$30 an hour
- Full-time
- AutoCAD
- Construction experience
- In-person
- Paid time off
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Heavy Equipment Operator (DZ Licence)
Adamson Systems Engineering —Port Perry, ON
- $30–$35 an hour
- Full-time
- Heavy equipment operation
- High school diploma or GED
- First Aid Certification
- Disability insurance
- Dental care
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Horticulture Technician Red Seal Cert.
CSL Group Ltd. —Whitby, ON
- $27–$35 an hour
- Full-time
- Communication skills
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Accounts Payable
Smid Construction Ltd —Ajax, ON
- $50,000–$55,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- English
- Accounting
- Dental care
- Flexible schedule
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Lead Carpenter
Kooger Custom Homes & Renovations —Pickering, ON
- Full-time
- Carpentry
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Mileage reimbursement
- Tuition reimbursement
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Project Manager,Estimator- Construction
Smid Construction Ltd —Ajax, ON
- $70,000–$100,000 a year
- Full-time
- Schematics
- Construction experience
- In-person
- Dental care
- Vision care
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Construction Advisor - Utility Construction
Forbes Bros. Group of Companies —Ontario
- From $36 an hour
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Construction experience
- Budgeting
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Experienced Jumbo & Robolter Operators needed
Thyssen Mining Construction of Canada —Ontario
- $23–$25 an hour
- Rotating shift
- Remote
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
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Construction Worker
Adamson Systems Engineering —Port Perry, ON
- $23–$25 an hour
- Full-time
- Carpentry
- Forklift
- Power tools
- Disability insurance
- Dental care
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Construction Supervisor - Utility Construction
Forbes Bros. Group of Companies —Ontario
- From $60 an hour
- Full-time
- Engineering
- Construction experience
- In-person
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Powerline Foreman

Forbes Bros. Group of Companies -
Ontario

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Job details

Permanent | Full-time
From $60 an hour

Qualifications

WHMIS Certification
First Aid Certification
Construction experience
CSTS
Driving Licence

Full job description

Powerline Foreman (Live Line Required)

Location: Various sites across Northern and Southern Ontario

Role Overview

This is a working Foreman position responsible for leading a field crew on utility construction projects, with a strong focus on transmission and distribution work.

Typically overseeing a 4-person crew, the Foreman is accountable for daily field execution, safety leadership, and quality delivery in accordance with utility standards and client expectations.

This role is suited for experienced tradespeople stepping into leadership while maintaining strong hands-on involvement in high-voltage environments.

Core Responsibilities

Daily Crew Leadership & Field Execution

Direct crew activities in alignment with work plans and daily assignments
Ensure tasks are clearly understood and executed safely and efficiently
Coordinate tools, materials, and equipment required for daily work
Address field issues and escalate as needed to maintain progress
Execute energized (Live Line) work in accordance with approved procedures and switching plans

Safety Leadership & Compliance

Conduct daily tailboards and field-level hazard assessments
Enforce PPE, permitting, and safe work practices
Lead safety discussions focused on energized hazards, minimum approach distances, and Live Line protocols
Support incident reporting, safety observations, and corrective actions
Model and reinforce a strong safety culture

Quality Assurance & Task Readiness

Ensure work meets specifications, drawings, and client requirements
Support installation checklists, material verification, and photo documentation
Identify and escalate non-conforming work
Prepare work areas for inspections and client walkdowns
Maintain compliance with utility distribution standards and energized work procedures

Time, Tools & Productivity Tracking

Track crew time and material usage; submit accurate daily reports
Monitor productivity and identify delays or inefficiencies
Ensure proper use, care, and storage of equipment and materials

Communication, Team Coordination & Leadership

Act as primary point of contact for the assigned crew
Coordinate with other field leaders on adjacent work
Participate in coordination meetings and clearly communicate direction
Support onboarding and development of junior crew members

Qualifications & Skills

5+ years of hands-on experience in utility construction or related trade work
Strong technical competency in transmission and distribution work
Live Line (energized) distribution experience required
Experience with rubber glove, hot stick, or equivalent Live Line methods (required)
Proven field leadership and problem-solving ability
Working knowledge of drawings, specifications, and safety protocols
Comfortable using digital field tools (timesheets, forms, logs)
Valid driver’s license
Ability to work in remote and active job site environments

Assets:

Supervisory training
Safety certifications (CSTS, WHMIS, First Aid)

Development Path

Foremen demonstrating strong performance in safety, execution, and crew leadership are positioned to progress into General Foreman roles, with expanded responsibility in:

Scheduling and planning
Subcontractor coordination
Quality and documentation oversight
Broader site management

Additional Information

LOA provided
Field-based role with active job site conditions

Equal Opportunity

Forbes Bros Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer committed to fair and inclusive hiring practices. Only candidates meeting the requirements will be contacted.

Pay: From $60.00 per hour

Application question(s):

Have you directly led a utility construction crew in the field (as a Foreman or equivalent)?
Do you have direct experience in electrical distribution construction (not just transmission or commercial work)?
Do you hold a Journeyman Powerline Technician certificate?

Work Location: In person

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