Labourer

About Us

Forbes Bros. Group of Companies is a leading utility infrastructure contractor helping power communities across Canada and the United States. Built on family roots, we value safety, hard work, and getting the job done right for our clients. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities to build your skills and grow your career.

Role Details

• Work arrangement: Yard-based work, including outdoor activities in varying weather conditions.
• Employment requirements: Successful completion of pre-employment drug and alcohol testing as required by the project or site.

The Opportunity

The Labourer supports daily yard operations by organizing, inspecting, and preparing tools, equipment, and materials for project teams. You will assist with basic repairs, material handling, and yard maintenance to help keep resources organized and available when crews need them.

This opportunity suits someone who is dependable, enjoys hands-on work, and takes pride in keeping a workplace safe and organized. You will work alongside the yard team, build familiarity with construction tools and equipment, and contribute to the preparation that supports field operations.

Key Elements of the Role

• Sort, organize, label, and maintain tools, equipment, and materials to support efficient storage and inventory management.
• Inspect tools, identify items requiring maintenance, and assist with basic repairs and equipment preparation.
• Load, unload, carry, and move materials as required for daily yard operations.
• Work with project teams to ensure required tools and materials are prepared and available for field use.
• Maintain clean, organized work areas, follow company safety requirements, and identify and report workplace hazards.
• Support teammates with changing daily priorities and contribute practical ideas to improve safety and yard operations.

What You’ll Bring

• A high school diploma is preferred; equivalent experience will be considered.
• Previous experience in construction, warehouse or yard operations, maintenance, or general labour is an asset, particularly experience handling tools, equipment, and construction materials.
• Basic knowledge of construction tools, equipment, and materials, with the ability to identify common issues and assist with repairs.
• Strong organizational, listening, problem-solving, and time-management skills.
• Reliable attendance, punctuality, and a commitment to safe work practices and recognizing workplace hazards.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team with minimal supervision, with a willingness to learn and take on additional tasks.
• Ability to perform manual labour, including lifting, carrying, and moving materials outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• A valid driver’s licence and an acceptable driver’s abstract.

Equal Opportunity & Recruitment

Forbes Bros. Group of Companies and its affiliated entities are equal opportunity employers committed to a respectful and accessible recruitment process. We make employment decisions based on job-related qualifications and do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, ancestry, national or ethnic origin, citizenship, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital or family status, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Applicants must currently be legally authorized to work in the country where the position is located and must maintain valid work authorization throughout their employment.

Employment is subject to the requirements of the applicable role, location, project, and employing entity. Depending on the position, this may include verification of work authorization, background screening, review of driving records or driver’s abstracts, drug and alcohol screening, credential verification, client or site-access requirements, and other pre-employment conditions permitted by applicable law.

Accommodations are available throughout the recruitment process in accordance with applicable law. Applicants who require accommodation are encouraged to contact the recruitment team so we can discuss their needs and arrange appropriate support.