Branch: Electric
Affiliation: IBEW
Employment Status: Full-Time Temporary
Salary: $34.51 Hourly
Short-term Incentive Eligible: No
Workplace Flexibility: No
Temp Duration: 4 months
Posting End Date: Open until filled
As the province’s largest energy provider with more than 100 years of knowledge and experience, we proudly deliver renewable energy, natural gas, electricity and propane to 1.3 million customers.
We're actively seeking new talent to join our mission of of delivering a stronger energy future in B.C. As one of BC's Top Employers with a diverse team of over 2,800 employees, we are committed to a safe and inclusive culture where each of us can connect, belong, and grow. Join us, and together, let's shape a brighter future for B.C.
The duties of a Labourer are to carry out a variety of assignments by performing unskilled manual work.
A Labourer reports to a staff supervisor or delegate and normally works under the direction of a higher classification employee.
- Maintains good housekeeping in the Company's plants, switching and sub stations, buildings and structures and other associated facilities by sweeping, dusting, cleaning, wiping shelves, fixtures, equipment, tools and floors, etc.
- Digs trenches, ditches pole and post holes and does other manual shoveling work.
- Clears snow, ice and other debris from walkways, steps, roofs and roadways, etc.
- Assists tradesmen and other higher classification employees by performing manual work which does not require specific trades training.
- Moves, transports and handles equipment, machinery, tools and materials.
- Handles, uses and cares for basic tools, devices and equipment not requiring specific trades training.
- Completion of a high school diploma, GED, or equivalent (proof of education will be required).
- Ability to carry out a variety of duties requiring significant physical effort.
- Ability to operate basic hand and power tools.
Our engaging workplace offers a wide range of challenging opportunities, while being safe, inclusive, and diverse. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, while supporting life-long career development. We also encourage volunteerism and nourish the need to give back to your community.
To learn more about the recruitment process with FortisBC, please visit the You’re Applying. What now? page for additional information.
FortisBC acknowledges and respects Indigenous Peoples in Canada, on whose Traditional Territories we all live and work. FortisBC is committed to Reconciliation with Indigenous Peoples and is guided by our Statement of Indigenous Principles.
