Careers in Civil Construction
The civil construction industry offers excellent career paths in heavy equipment operation, site management, project management, estimation, administration, heavy equipment repair, and more. Imagine working in an industry that benefits the community by providing lasting results. At Jakes, your work counts, and you’ll be able to see it for years to come. If you’re ready to perform meaningful work, we’re ready to hear from you!
Careers at jakes
Why Work at Jakes?
We’re glad you asked. When you join Jakes, you’re joining a hardworking team of professionals who are committed to building an effective company and a prosperous future. As part of our team, you can expect generous employee benefits, mentorship and learning opportunities, and flexible career path options. View our available opportunities below!
Mentorship
We’re fully invested in the success of our employees. That’s why we provide comprehensive mentorship programs and training support for every member of our team.
This ensures that you’ll always have the resources you need to stay safe and effective while on the job. Our mentorship programs also give you the tools you need to advance your career at your own pace and in whichever direction you want.
Career Flexibility
When it comes to careers in civil construction, you’re never just locked into one path. Whether you’re looking to move into equipment operation or want to move up the ladder, there’s options for you.
This flexibility makes it easy to choose a path that is precisely tailored to your wants and needs, instead of sticking with a path that you’re only partially satisfied with. If you want a career that leaves you feeling fulfilled, look no further than Jakes Construction.
Benefits and Compensation
To support the health and welfare of our employees, we provide a generous annual health and welfare trust allowance that is applicable to a wide variety of costs.
We also match TFSA and RRSP contributions to help our employees build their savings and retirement funds. Additional benefits include an annual safety footwear allowance and competitive compensation packages.
Family Culture
As a company that’s grown from a one-man show to a large team, Jakes Construction has been built from the ground up on family and community values.
What does this mean for you? It means that, when you join our team, you can expect a welcoming and supportive environment. We strive to ensure that everyone feels as though they have the knowledge and resources they need to succeed at their job.
Our Values
The Jakes Way
Capable
By investing in extensive training and mentorship, we ensure that every member of our team is highly capable. This means that, no matter how challenging the job is, we can get it done while maintaining the highest standards in the industry.
Resourceful
Every project requires quick thinking, adaptability, and good old-fashioned problem solving to ensure the best possible results. That’s why we value resourcefulness and the ability to think outside the box for projects of all sizes.
Committed
At the end of the day, we’re committed to getting the job done right for our clients. As part of this commitment, we handle every element of the project from start to finish. There’s no such thing as compromise or half measures at Jakes.
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