Demolition Laborer

Primary Purpose Of Position

Green City Demolition (A Priestly Demolition Company) is seeking Demolition Laborers to join our team. The Demolition Laborer is a team member of the demolition crew and as such will be required to perform a variety of tasks involving physical labor. The Demolition Laborer will be responsible for the efficient demolition according to established procedures, following all safety protocols and workplace policies. They are responsible for a variety of general duties and assisting skilled trade’s people.

Priestly Demolition’s hiring philosophy is based on culture, collaboration and then skills. Here is what we look for:

Culture

Priestly Demolition is founded on key values that drive what we do for our clients and for each other. At the core, we understand the value of people, and we encourage a culture of safety, hard work, quality, and teamwork supported by a solid family foundation.

Our core values are extremely important to us. Are they aligned with yours?

• Safety - We believe in protecting generations. We recognize the impact of our actions and take responsibility for protecting our people, communities, and the environment.
• Family - We believe we’re stronger together. We are a family who builds communities on a firm foundation of trust and respect.
• Integrity - We believe in doing what’s right. We build long-term partnerships through integrity, generosity, and the highest accountability to each other and our clients.
• Innovation - We believe demolition drives progress. We create opportunities by challenging ourselves and intentionally pushing the boundaries of what’s possible.
  
  

Collaboration

This means being people smart and championing being a team player. We encourage teamwork and respect, help develop individual strengths, and recognize the contribution our people make to our success. We are always seeking better and more innovative ways to renew communities by clearing the way for new development, and by playing the role of environmental stewards.

Job Duties

• Controlled deconstruction of commercial, residential and road infrastructure.
• Properly and safely load and unload metal materials from trucks.
• Comply with company safe work practices and procedures.
• Read electrical schematics, blueprints and other technical diagrams.
• Use manual and power tool assisted demolition methods, including lifting of debris into waste management bins or trucks.
• Clean and perform preparation of work-site.
• Various other duties as required.
  
  

Requirements

• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent considered an asset.
• Knowledge of workplace safety and safe lifting and handling procedures is preferred.
• Knowledge of First Aid and CPR preferred.
• Ability to operate required equipment in a safe and responsible manner.
• Effective verbal and listening communications skills.
• Time management skills.
• Critical eye for identifying defects.
• Respect diversity - treat others with respect.
• Avoid unnecessary conflict.
• Knowledge of appropriate materials, methods, and the tools required in various assembly processes.
• Ability to work independently and complete daily activities according to work schedule.
  
  

Work Conditions

• Job requires ability to work with a variety of hand and power tools.
• Ability to lift and manipulate objects of up to 80 lbs for 50 feet is required.
• Use of Personal Protection Equipment will be required (e.g. hard-hat, safety boots, etc.)
• Regularly works near moving mechanical parts and in conditions that include heat and humidity, and exposure to dust.
• Must be able to lift, push, pull or carry objects, use abdominal and lower back muscles to provide support over time without fatigue and to effectively jump, sprint or throw an object.
• Requires good manual dexterity (hand, hand with arm, two hands) and multi-limb coordination.
• Noise level is generally loud.
• Must be able to quickly move arms and legs.
• Excellent stamina is required.
• Hazards associated with the industry.