Painter

Aecon • Toronto, ON

48d • Onsite

About The Position

As a Canadian leader in infrastructure development, Aecon is safely and sustainably building what matters for future generations to thrive. Aecon Industrial leads the way in industrial construction and water infrastructure, providing clients in Canada and the U.S. with vertically integrated solutions and exceptional self-perform work. Aecon is focused on identifying, attracting, and hiring talented and diverse workers to work in their Cambridge Fabrication Shop and is currently seeking a Painter to support projects at this facility. Successful applicants must become members of the United Association union local 527 as a Metal Trades Worker.

Requirements

• Must become members of the United Association union local 527 as a Metal Trades Worker.
• Ability to use stairs, ladders.
• Ability to work extended hours when required, occasionally in outdoor weather conditions.
• Flexibility to work various shifts.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and equipment weighing up to 50 lbs independently.
• Ability to stand, bend, kneel, crouch, and work in physically demanding positions for extended periods.
• Ability to perform repetitive motions using power tools and blasting equipment.
• Ability to work indoors and outdoors, as required, in all seasonal and weather conditions.
• Use of required personal protective equipment (PPE), including but not limited to respirators, protective clothing, gloves, hearing protection, and eye protection.

Nice To Haves

• Fall Arrest is an asset.
• WHMIS Certification is an asset.
• Overhead Crane Training is an asset.
• Forklift Training is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Be able to spray using conventional, airless, and plural equipment.
• Be able to prepare materials for spray application: i.e., mask, sand, clean.
• Be able to read and understand drawings / dimensions.
• Be able to follow coating technical data sheet specifications.
• Be able to use wet film and dry film gauges.
• Have familiarity in all types of coatings, i.e., zincs, epoxies, polyurethanes, etc.
• Operate hand and power tools of all types.
• Handle material using forklifts, overhead cranes, buggies and carts.
• Receive and identify incoming material.
• Clean and prepare shop areas.
• Assist other craft workers.
• Be willing to learn new skills as Aecon will provide training for this position.

Benefits

• Services needed to support your mental, emotional, and physical well-being for you and your family.
• Career building through Aecon University and Leadership Programs.
• Support and investment in inclusive work environments, through initiatives like Equity, Diversity & Inclusion training, Aecon Women in Trades and Aecon Diversity in Trades programs, and Employee Resource Groups (ERGs).
• Commitment to operating responsibly by minimizing our impact on the environment and surrounding communities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees