Are you ready to grow your career in Residential Construction?

We are seeking a motivated & proactive individual for the position of Labourer, in our Installation Department, responsible for supporting both our Framing and Installation Crews in the structural framing of residential homes.

Duties include material handling, housekeeping, and simple installations, while developing foundational safety, quality, and construction skills.

Please note that this is a 3 month contract position (September-December 18th, 2026).

Why ABIC?

Industry Leading Wages

Complimentary Daily Lunch Program

Car Allowance

Supportive team culture that values safety, quality, and innovation

Use of ADP (HR Portal) – easily access your employee information, paystubs & schedule time off

Bi-Weekly Payments directly to your bank account

You Will Bring

- No formal education is required but must be able to demonstrate safe and efficient use of power and hand tools (Paslode, Saws, Impact Drills, etc.)
- 0 - 1 year experience as a Labourer in residential construction environment
- Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record and reliable transportation
- Ability to read and interpret tape measurements, levels, and 3D plans with precision

Responsibilities

General

- Robust attention to detail & communication skills
- Motivated to work hard and contribute as part of a Team
- Represents Caivan | ABIC values through attitude, effort, and respect on site
- Understands standardized work for the role of Labourer, and can complete all tasks proficiently
- Follows company safety standards and identifies/reports hazards

Framing Fundamentals

- Ability to complete minor repairs,



as needed
- Able to complete larger repairs with clear direction

Initiative

- Takes ownership of tasks, asks for/ can spot additional work for idle time
- Actively seeks to understand framing concepts (deeper understanding/ new)
- Open for feedback and willingness to learn from fellow team members

Team Collaboration

- Supports Team Members
- Communicates clearly and respectfully
- Consistently shows up on time, prepared, and ready to work
- Participates actively in PDCAs - Suggests better ways to perform tasks/ make improvements to department processes

Working Conditions

- The implies the performance of repetitive tasks
- Majority of time is spent on construction sites
- Work may involve exposure to weather, noise, dust, and high-risk activities
- Ability to adapt to changing site conditions and priorities
- PPE (hard hat, steel-toed boots & Hi-Vis) is required at all times in field settings
- Ability to lift heavy objects, walk, and stand for long periods and perform strenuous physical labour in all weather conditions
- Ability to travel to different projects throughout the City of Ottawa, if required
- May involve visits to an industrial warehouse environment

We carefully review all applications and will contact candidates whose skills, experience, and qualifications most closely align with the requirements of the position.

We are committed to providing an inclusive recruitment process. If you require accommodation at any stage of the selection process, please contact Human Resources and we will work with you to meet your needs.

This position is available due to a current vacancy.

📌 Labourer, Installation (Ottawa)
🏢 Caivan Development
📍 Ottawa