Skilled Labourer - Michels Canada

Skilled Labourer
Full time, Permanent
Nisku, AB

Work with people who treat you like friends.

Imagine an office where everyone is watching out for you because they know you’re watching out for them. Our company sees construction as a team sport, so we care about each other as a team. That level of caring filters through investments in local community groups and charities because we also care about the communities we work in.

Michels Canada empowers your personal and professional growth, equipping you with the tools and support needed to create impactful solutions that shape a better future for others. 

About us:
Michels Canada is a nationally recognized general contractor specializing in energy, infrastructure, and construction. Headquartered in Nisku, Alberta, we also operate offices in British Columbia and Ontario. We are part of the Michels Family of Companies.

The Michels Family of Companies is a privately owned, global construction organization with operations across North America, Australia, Singapore, and Germany, headquartered in Brownsville, Wisconsin, USA.

Description:
Michels Canada is seeking a Skilled Labourer to join our team in Nisku! We take pride in maintaining safe and efficient operations and manage a fleet of more than 1,500 pieces of equipment, from heavy machinery to rolling stock. We are looking for a self‑motivated, safety‑focused yard hand who can help ensure our yard operates smoothly throughout the year. In this role, you will work closely with both shop and office teams, as well as third‑party service providers including truck drivers and various vendors and suppliers. This position requires a professional attitude and a strong personal commitment to safe work practices. The role is based in Nisku, Alberta.

Responsibilities:

• Maintain and promote a strong safety culture for all employees, vendors, and customers. Follow all safety policies, procedures, and regulations. Identify and communicate workplace hazards and correct or seek assistance in correcting unsafe actions or conditions.
• Perform general yard and property housekeeping, including sweeping, snow removal, clearing walkways of slip and trip hazards, and removing waste and other hazards from work areas.
• Assist with equipment staging and yard moves.
• Support the spotting for trucks and heavy equipment.
• Assist with organizing yard operations and meeting equipment needs as directed by the yard or shop foreman.
• Manually load and unload materials and assist with material restocking as required.
• Provide support with building maintenance and furniture assembly requests as needed.
• Perform Parts Runner duties.
• Assist with shipping and receiving duties as requested.
• Other duties as needed.

Requirements:

• 3+ years of outdoor heavy labour experience; farmhand or industrial yard labourer experience is an asset but not required.
• Valid Class 5 Driver’s License.
• Experience operating a forklift and loader is preferred.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and through written communication (handwritten and digital).
• Ability to perform physical tasks, including lifting to 50lbs.
• Must be able to work outside year-round in all weather conditions.
• Friendly attitude and strong team‑player mindset.
• Demonstrated personal commitment to safety.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and within a team, with limited supervision when required.

Benefits:
We offer competitive total compensation, meaningful and challenging work, and an engaging and collaborative environment. For more information on our company, please visit our website at www.michelscanada.com.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those under consideration will be contacted. For other opportunities at Michels Canada, join us at https://www.michelscanada.com/jobs/apply/.

It is our commitment to create a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment regardless their race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, or ordinances. If you need assistance and /or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruitment process, please send us an email to: careers@michelscanada.com.

No recruitment agencies, please!

**Please be aware! **
 It has come to Michels Canada attention that job seekers have received false employment offers from individuals or organizations posing as Michels Canada. Please keep in mind these important tips:

• Michels Canada does not require payment from anyone seeking employment at any time during the recruitment and/or selection process.
• All recruitment email correspondence comes from email addresses displaying the correct spelling of our company name: @michelscanada.com or @michels.us.
• Formal offers of employment are only made once the recruitment and selection process are complete. Personal and banking information is NOT collected until you have been personally onboarded by our HR team.
• We do not extend any formal offers of employment or execute employment agreements through text messaging, social media, job posting websites or social chat platforms.

We take this matter seriously and are continuously working with the appropriate authorities. Please remain aware of this matter, report any suspicious outreach to your local authorities, and email any concerns to hrcompliance@michelscanada.com.

Please note: resumes sent to this email will not be considered; please apply directly to our current career opportunities at https://www.michelscanada.com/jobs/apply.