Employee Type: Full time, regular

Hours: Eighty (80) hours per bi-weekly period on a flexible time basis

Start Date: ASAP

Salary: $48.62 per hour plus pension and benefits

Collective Agreement: Between CMAW Canada and MoveUp

Application Deadline: November 20, 2026

Shortlist: Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. No phone calls please.

CMAW Canada is currently seeking an Organizer 1 to assist in building and strengthening the union. Organizer 1 will assist in identifying potential organizing opportunities, conduct outreach to workers at jobsites or workplaces, and build relationships that support union campaigns. Organizer 1 will help plan and implement organizing strategies, assist workers in forming organizing committees, and guide campaigns to win union representation or increase membership participation. This position works directly with workers to educate them about their rights, the benefits of union membership, and the power of collective action.

Key responsibilities include (but are not limited to):

- Assisting with organizing drives and issue-oriented campaigns in coordination with the CMAW Organizing Committee.
- Researching potential targets for organizing.
- Following up on all organizing leads and working in collaboration with local business agents and representatives.
- Meeting with prospective members.
- Obtaining signed membership cards.
- Drafting bulletins that communicate and promote the Local's vision, mission, and values.
- Preparing and participating in meetings, demonstrations and rallies.
- Mobilizing workers and coordinating actions.
- Training and assessing worker union support and leadership potential for future growth, with minimal assistance, including acquiring and motivating committee members.
- Working in a team of other organizers involved in campaigns.
- Gathering, analyzing and presenting information to potential members and Union officers.




- Other duties as assigned.
- Duties may change from time to time.

Qualifications & key competencies required:

- Extensive previous union organizing experience.
- Demonstrated history of experience in the construction industry.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, Power Point & Publisher.
- Good time management, scheduling and organizational skills.
- Self-directing with solid attention to detail.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Excellent interpersonal communication skills that are evident both in person and over the phone, including a demonstrated ability to recruit and motivate volunteers.
- Demonstrated ability to be proactive and self-starting and work in a team-based environment.
- Ability to track, compile, and analyze campaign data, continuously assess progress and develop plans on how to overcome barriers.
- Workingknowledge of the law of organizing in BC and the procedures of the Labour Relations Board.
- Ability to take direction and work wider pressure.
- Demonstrated interest and/or participation in trade union activities.

A condition of employment is to supply your own vehicle. This is a remote and on-the-road position that involves collaboration with highly motivated colleagues, and the Director of Expansion and Growth, mainly through on-line video platforms and telephone.

Salary and benefits will be in accordance with the MoveUP/CMAW collective agreement.

Travel within B.C. and Canada is required for this position.

Interested applicants should review the Collective Agreement: https://moveuptogether.ca/workplace/construction-maintenance-and-allied-workers-bargaining-council/

We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those short-listed will be contacted. No phone calls please.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $48.62 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

- Dental care
- Extended health care

Work Location: In person

📌 Organizer 1 (Burnaby)
🏢 Construction Maintenance and Allied Workers Canada
📍 Burnaby