03/21/2022
• Established in 1998, we have a proven track-record of providing positive, safe and dynamic employment opportunities.
• We are actively recruiting a Yard Hand.
About Dakota Ridge Builders
Dakota Ridge Builders is a privately owned custom builder nestled in the natural forest on the beautiful Sunshine Coast of BC. We specialize in unique timber and log built homes and projects, building only the best for our clients. With a team of 25, we have been able to take on an array of projects, including custom residential, commercial and hospitality builds. All our new-home builds are from scratch, using imagination, expertise, and experience. In fact, we’ve never built the same home twice.
We believe having a strong team who has pride and values a high-quality finished product is important. At Dakota Ridge Builders, continued education and advancement is supported through mentorship and industry courses.
Dakota Ridge Builders has a diverse project portfolio including residential homes, restaurants, retail spaces, lodges, and resorts. We have completed work for clients globally including builds in England, Japan, throughout the USA and Germany.
As a company, we are driven by having an exceptional team who holds similar core values, cultivates relationships with co-workers and clients, and is motivated by supplying our clients with the best possible service and finished product.
About the Opportunity
Currently, Dakota Ridge Builders has an exciting opportunity for Yard Hand to join our team on a full-time basis. The successful candidate will be working along side our Operations Manager.
The Yard Hand operates, services and maintains yard equipment by inspecting, maintaining, diagnosing and repairing small engines, electric and pneumatic tools. The Yard Hand is responsible for operating heavy equipment in a safe and appropriate manner. Operating tower crane includes working at heights. Due to the hazards associated with operating heavy equipment, this position places special prohibitions on working while under the influence of drugs, alcohol or prescribed medications and the use of handheld devices such as cell phones, etc.
Some of your key responsibilities within this role will include:
• Operation and maintenance of yard equipment—Bobcat, Sawmill, Dump truck, and Tower and Mobile Cranes (successful completion of online test for crane certification will need to be obtained post-hire)
• Basic maintenance and inventory of a large fleet of power tools, scaffolding and hand tools
• Documenting and filing machinery and tool maintenance logs and material inventories
• Shipping and receiving and material handling
• Site maintenance: pressure washing, minor building repairs, and general upkeep and inspection
• Providing regular deliveries and waste removal with a truck and trailer
• Perform occasional construction labouring duties as needed at various sites
More About You
In order to qualify for this role, you’ll need:
• Valid Class 5 driver’s license, dependable vehicle and clean driver’s abstract
• Experience driving a truck while towing a trailer
• Physical ability to safely lift, carry and manipulate heavy objects such as construction material and supplies the organization and flexibility to maintain scheduled duties while also handling daily on demand tasks
• Ability to prioritize and problem solve
• Communication, team orientation and accountability but also self-motivation and independence
• The ability to systematize and streamline lists of tasks
• The ability and aptitude to work effectively with limited oversight
• Travel to off-site locations is required
• Hazards associated with working in an outdoor industrial setting with exposure to noise, dust, heat, cold, inclement weather, rust, chemicals and other substances
• Overtime as required
Previous equipment operation skills and mechanical skills are highly recommended but onsite training will be provided to promising applicants. Compensation will reflect the applicant’s skills on employment.
As our ideal candidate, you have a positive attitude along with good communication skills and an eagerness to learn. You are a motivated self-starter with high attention to detail and accuracy, along with strong problem-solving skills.
Do not miss out on this amazing opportunity to work a dynamic organization that values their employees while providing a friendly and fun work environment - apply today!
