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October 11, 2024
Irving Shipbuilding
Halifax
FULL TIME
Labourer - HSL, Local 1
Irving Shipbuilding Inc. is seeking Labourers
Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) has operations in Canada and the United States and are a team of 20,000 dedicated employees. At J.D. Irving, Limited, you are part of a dynamic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about delivering results. With a culture that nurtures talent and creates an inclusive workplace, you can grow your career across our various operating divisions.
We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.
Worried you do not meet all the requirements? Studies have shown that many applicants apply only to job opportunities when they feel they meet 100% of the criteria. We promote an inclusive environment where everyone is appreciated, recognized, and empowered to contribute fully. If you are interested in this position but are worried you did not meet all the requirements, we would encourage you to still apply.
We appreciate your interest in our company however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
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Education Required: High School Diploma
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Years of Experience Required: <2 years.
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Ability to work with different types of materials or products such as general metal products, construction materials solvents or coatings including understanding or able to learn mixing industrial marine coatings and products.
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Problem solving skills required.
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Must be able to wear respiratory protection as required.
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Physical effort and work conditions: Able to stand, stoop, bend, kneel, and climb.
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Must be capable of working at heights from ladders, scaffolding, and platforms and in extreme confined spaces.
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Frequently handle, lift, carry, and set up parts and equipment that weigh up to fifty (50lbs) pounds.
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Occasionally lift and carry items that weigh over fifty (50lbs) pounds.
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Work may be performed indoors and outdoors in environmental conditions.
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You must be eligible to work in Canada to apply for this job.
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A pre-employment physical is required.
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A background check will be performed by the Employer.
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Support extended hours and overtime as business needs dictate.
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Able to operate power and hand tools (like measuring tape)
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Able to read a drawing or blueprint is skills considered and asset.
Industrial sewing machine operation skills considered and asset.
All successful applicants must meet requirements for Canadian Controlled Goods Program (CGP), Canadian Government Security clearance, and U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).
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Apply safe work practices to all work performed.
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Use and maintain tools and equipment required for performing various work activities.
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Assist in docking and undocking vessels.
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Setup for specified work on a vessel or job site
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Able to learn surface preparation, coating application and apply those skills.
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Perform fire watch and confined space watch duties.
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Able to work with minimal supervision.
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Assist skilled-trades workers within the shipyard performing general labour work.
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Compartment turnover readiness and cleaning.
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Able to safely and efficiently be able to use different types of power tools.
- Being a team player is a must.
Irving Shipbuilding is proud to be Canada's National Shipbuilder. Our team is constructing more than 20 modern patrol ships and destroyers for the Royal Canadian Navy and Canadian Coast Guard as part of the largest defence procurement project in Canadian history.
By joining our team of more than 2,400 shipbuilders, you can enjoy a dynamic and exciting career with a company dedicated to your success, development, and safety.
At Irving Shipbuilding, we're making history - why not make it with us? Learn more about careers at Irving Shipbuilding: shipsforcanada.ca/opportunities.
We invite applications from all qualified candidates, including racially visible persons, women in underrepresented roles, persons with disabilities, Indigenous persons, and members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, and encourage applicants to self-identify.
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