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Lead Hand Position Available

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705-881-1076
info@communitybuilders.co
1148 Snow Valley Rd.
Minesing, ON
L9X1J4
COMMUNITY BUILDERS CONSTRUCTION
_________________________________________________________________
Title: Lead Hand
Reports to: Working Foreman
Compensation Range: $22.00/hour – $27/hour
Work Location: Simcoe County
How to apply: Visit www.communitybuilders.co/careers/

Company Overview:
Community Builders is Simcoe County & Greater Sudbury’s leading Not-for-Profit
Construction based Social Enterprise. We provide training, employment, and
affordable housing to meet the growing needs of our community’s most vulnerable
and at risk populations.

We are experienced general contractors, serving our community through a variety of
residential housing projects including legal Second Suites, modular housing, social
impact projects, and renovations of all types. These projects allow us to teach and
train the next generation of skilled tradespeople through our pre-employment
training program, giving them paid hands-on learning opportunities in construction.

Why work with us?
● Get more impact from your work by contributing to our mission
● Organizational commitment to work-life balance
● Supportive and flexible team
● Health & Dental Benefits
● Employee Assistance Plan
● Paid sick days to use as you need them
● Take off your birthday, paid!
● 4-Day Work Weeks!

Job Summary
The Lead Hand supports the Construction Teams in the day-to-day onsite tasks. The
Lead Hand takes instruction from the Working Foreman to complete the necessary
tasks and duties for each respective job site. The Lead Hand is expected to lead and
supervise 1-3 General Labourers or Trainees in various construction tasks. Under the
supervision and guidance of the Foreman, the Lead Hand is a Trainer when Trainees
are on site, working one on one or one on two with Trainees to allow them to learn on
site. Trainers should ensure safety and accuracy in training.
Lead Hands are responsible to ensure that the jobs on site are able to continue and
move forward even when your Foreman is absent (for short periods).
All CB employees are expected to make their best effort to create a positive and safe
learning experience for trainees. If any circumstances arise where this is not possible,
or when in doubt, Lead Hand’s are expected to bring this to the attention of their
foreman. Trainer requirements and responsibilities are subject to change at the sole
discretion of the organization as we continually look for ways to improve our training
experience.

Responsibilities
● Site setup and teardown – Ensure Health and Safety equipment and
information is available and clearly identified when required
● Load & unload tools and materials
● Maintain shop inventory of consumables such as PPE items, sanitation
products, fasteners, frequently used products, etc.
● Maintain cleanliness on site and in shop
● Ensure tools and supplies are returned to appropriate places
● Assist in various interior or exterior construction or landscape related tasks at
any point in construction process, including but not limited to:
o Demolition & Cleanup
o Concrete Work
o Framing
o Insulation & Drywall
o Painting & Staining
o Tile & Flooring
o Trim & Doors
o Exterior Finishes (windows, siding, roofing, soffit, fascia, eaves)
o Landscaping
● Maintain ongoing communication with the Working Foreman and Lead Hand
● Report any unsafe conditions to supervisor immediately
● Ensure a safe and organized work environment
● Maintain daily, accurate time cards as per daily tasks
● Supervise and direct 1-3 General Labourers or trainees to ensure efficiency on
site
● Act as Trainer to Trainees on site
o Provide leadership and guidance to Trainees as they learn and practice
skills on site.
o Ensure safety and accuracy of training according to CB Construction
SOPs
o Provide feedback on Trainees performance
o Must have patience, good people skills, good motivational skills
o Ability to teach and communicate effectively to team members with
different learning styles and abilities
o Ability to hold people accountable to their work and goals in a
supportive manner
● Maintain daily, accurate time cards as per daily tasks
● Attend company meetings
● Collect & deliver honest feedback to Supervisors on the performance of
Labourers to contribute to performance evaluations (2-Ways)
● Participate in ongoing Training & Development initiatives
o Skills upgrading
o Attend Certifications (First Aid, Working at Heights, etc)
● Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
● Experience in the field of residential construction (2-3 years experience
required)
● Experience leading/coaching/training an asset
● Critical thinking & problem solving
● Professionalism
● Communication
● Leadership
● Be a part of our culture
○ Humble: teachable, willing and able to accept feedback, committed to
development.
○ Hungry: Eager and passionate about our cause; our work is important
and we want everyone to be as devoted as we are!
○ Healthy: A healthy balanced work life integration is important to us.

When our team is physically, relationally and mentally healthy we can
do our best work!

Community Builders is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with the Accessible Canada Act,
2019 and all applicable provincial accessibility standards, upon request, accommodation will be
provided by Community Builders throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to
applicants with disabilities.

While we appreciate the interest of all applicants, only those selected for an interview will be
contacted.

Working Foreman Position Available

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705-881-1076
info@communitybuilders.co
1148 Snow Valley Rd.
Minesing, ON
L9X1J4
COMMUNITY BUILDERS CONSTRUCTION
_________________________________________________________________
Title: Working Foreman
Reports to: General Supervisor
Compensation Range: $28.00/hour – $32/hour
Work Location: Simcoe County
How to apply: Visit www.communitybuilders.co/careers/

Company Overview:
Community Builders is Simcoe County & Greater Sudbury’s leading Not-for-Profit
Construction based Social Enterprise. We provide training, employment, and
affordable housing to meet the growing needs of our community’s most vulnerable
and at risk populations.
We are experienced general contractors, serving our community through a variety of
residential housing projects including legal Second Suites, modular housing, social
impact projects, and renovations of all types. These projects allow us to teach and
train the next generation of skilled tradespeople through our pre-employment
training program, giving them paid hands-on learning opportunities in construction.

Why work with us?
● Get more impact from your work by contributing to our mission
● Organizational commitment to work-life balance
● Supportive and flexible team
● Health & Dental Benefits
● Employee Assistance Plan
● Paid sick days to use as you need them
● Take off your birthday, paid!
● 4-Day Work Weeks!

Job Summary
The Working Foreman leads a Construction Team in the day-to-day onsite tasks. The
Working Foreman takes direction from the General Supervisor to complete the
necessary tasks and duties for each respective job site assigned to them. The
Working Foreman is expected to lead and supervise a team of up to 5 people with
the support of their lead hand. The Working Foreman is also a Trainer when Trainees
are on site, working one on one or one on two with Trainees to allow them to learn on
site. They are also responsible for supervising the other Trainers (and their trainees)
on site to ensure safety and accuracy.
All CB employees make their best effort to create a positive and safe learning
experience for trainees. If any circumstances arise where this is not possible, or when
in doubt, Lead Hand’s are expected to bring this to the attention of their foreman.
Trainer requirements and responsibilities are subject to change at the sole discretion
of the organization as we continually look for ways to improve our training
experience.

Responsibilities
● Lead Site Specific Construction Projects as assigned
o Direct Lead Hands and Labourers, and perform the following tasks to a
high standard of quality & efficiency:
▪ Demolition & Cleanup
▪ Concrete Work
▪ Framing
▪ Insulation & Drywall
▪ Painting & Staining
▪ Tile & Flooring
▪ Trim & Doors
▪ Exterior Finishes (windows, siding, roofing, soffit, fascia)
▪ Landscaping
o Maintain ongoing communication with the General Supervisor to
ensure job efficiency including updating Slack channels and
completing Foremen reports daily
o Ensure projects stay on time and on budget
o Ensure all materials, tools, PPE and equipment required to complete a
job is on site each day – prepare and submit material lists in advance
o Unlock and lock work sites at the beginning and end of each workday
and maintain security of door codes by not sharing with Lead Hand and
Labourers
o Complete tasks in a timely manner, above industry standards.
● Leadership and Training
o Manage the skilled labour on job sites to ensure productivity &
efficiency
▪ Provide Feedback and Corrective/Disciplinary actions to Lead
Hands and Labourers as required
▪ Complete 2 way reviews of Lead Hands and Labourer at regular
intervals
▪ Teach & mentor Lead Hand and Labourers in construction related
skills
● Approve timecards daily for all Lead Hand and Labourers
● Maintain personal daily, accurate time cards as per daily tasks
● Communicate daily expectations and goals effectively with all team members
● Act as Trainer to Trainees on site
o Provide leadership and guidance to Trainees as they learn and practice
skills on site.
o Ensure safety and accuracy of training according to CB Construction
SOPs
o Provide feedback on Trainees performance
o Provide guidance to Lead Hands and Labourers in their role as Trainers
o Ensure time cards are completed accurately as per daily tasks
● Health and Safety
o Responsible for maintaining the highest standards of workplace health
and safety and supervising the safe practices of the team in accordance
with all local health and safety laws and regulations
o Ensure a safe and organised work environment
o Comply with all company policies and regulations and hold others
accountable to them as well.
● Customer Service
o Communicate with clients in a polite and courteous manner as
necessary or when asked by your Supervisor
o Work with trades and subcontractors to accomplish project goals
● Maintain daily, accurate time cards as per daily tasks
● Attend company meetings as required
● Participate in ongoing Training & Development initiatives
o Skills upgrading
o Attend Certifications (First Aid, Working at Heights, etc)
● Taking a leadership role in company wide Training and Development
Initiatives as required
● Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
● Experience in the field of residential construction (5 years experience
required)
● Experience as a Lead Hand or Working Foreman in residential
construction (1-2 years minimum)
● Valid G License and satisfactory driving record
● Experience leading/coaching/training an asset
● Critical thinking & problem solving
● Professionalism – on and off the job
● Communication
● Respectful & thoughtful

Community Builders is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with the Accessible Canada Act,
2019 and all applicable provincial accessibility standards, upon request, accommodation will be
provided by Community Builders throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to
applicants with disabilities.

While we appreciate the interest of all applicants, only those selected for an interview will be
contacted.

Job Fair Resumes

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The BCA collected over 20 resumes from job seekers at the Job Fair that was held on May 2, 2024.  Please send an email to info@barrieca.com for details.

Estimator Position Available

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Founded in 1974, Hapamp Elmvale Limited has earned a reputation as one of Simcoe County’s most trusted and respected utility contractors.
We are searching for another Estimator to join our Team. This is an in-office full-time position. This position requires the ability to analyze information, specifications, proposals, and electrical layouts, to provide accurate costing. The estimating process includes reading drawings, writing proposals, and obtaining costs for materials and subcontractors.

Duties and Responsibilities:
•Perform detailed, timely and well-organized cost estimates for civil construction projects.
•Review and assess tender specifications, drawings, and reports to make the necessarycalculations for pricing of tenders.
•Identify and evaluate risks associated with each project.
•Co-ordinate project material orders and sub-contractors for projects
•Assist project management teams with change management process (i.e. clarifyingchanges, help resolve issues, and price change orders)
•Prepare pre-qualification and/or tender submissions and present to clients.
•Compute quantities using estimating software and/or an excel spreadsheet.
•Attend site visits and interact with clients during tendering phase to determine scope of work andrequired contents of estimate.
•Arrange Electrical Safety Authority inspections where required.

Requirements:
•Experience in civil construction
•Relevant post-secondary education (Electrical, CET or P.Eng.) is considered an asset.
•3+ years of progressive experience in heavy civil construction cost estimating with fieldexperience is preferred.
•Computer skills – Microsoft Office Suite Programs & QuickBooks
•Ability to analyze historical project data and apply to present bidding strategies.
•Effective verbal/written communication skills, attention to detail and accuracy
•Analytical, self-directed, organized, and proactive

Hapamp Employee Benefits:
Family oriented work environment·
Attractive, competitive compensation for qualified candidates·
Internal growth opportunities·
Training and development opportunities
Benefits

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to the classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

Interested applicants can send their resume to: office@hapamp.com