Why Hawkins

For over a decade, Hawkins has set high standards in the utilities, infrastructure, environmental and landscape construction industries. We’ve built an honourable reputation that we continue to build on. Our reputation and results fuel our growth and we often need quality people who can get the job done. Are you looking for a rewarding career in construction?

We’re family-owned and operated, and we operate on values.

 


This values-based approach translates to a healthy and safe work environment where everyone is appreciated, well cared for, and trained. At Hawkins we celebrate our team and success with parties, bonuses, rewards programs, and fun events. We offer competitive benefits, a group RSP, emergency and personal days, a fitness credit, and above average vacation time.

Job Opportunities

We employee people in a variety of positions including Project Managers, Project Administrators, Estimators, Site Supervisors, Foremen, Leadhands, Heavy Equipment Operators, Skilled Labourers and General Labourers. In all positions our compensation is competitive and the work is diverse and interesting. Send us your resume using the ‘Apply Now’ link or apply to one of the positions posted below.

SKILLED LABOURERS

Position

Full Time

Experience

5 Years

HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR

Position

Full Time

Experience

5 Years

SUPERVISOR

Position

Full Time

Experience

5+ Years

SKILLED LABOURERS

Job Description

As a labourer you will be supporting our construction projects on the ground. This will involve preparing worksites, moving materials, using hand and power tools, and supporting the project's site supervisor however you can. The more skilled you are, the more challenging your work will be and the more likely it is you will take the lead. In all cases, we will train and coach you to become more skilled with time. The right mix of character, experience and teachability is what will make you the right fit.

These are the attributes and values we are looking for: 

  • A team player.
  • An honest, reliable person.
  • Someone who has a healthy drive for work and looks to grow and improve
  • A courteous person who values wellness – health, safety, security, positivity and the general wellbeing of all.
This is a full-time position, with a starting hourly rate of $27-$35/hour, commensurate with ability and experience.

Qualifications:

  • Embody the values and attributes that our organization is built on and be motivated to contribute to our mission.
  • Experience working in civil, landscape, utilities, or infrastructure construction.
  • Experience using basic hand and power tools (shovels, chainsaws, cut off saws, jackhammers, etc.).
  • Experience working with concrete, sewer, interlock, or retaining walls.
  • Experience operating a skidsteer.
  • Experience operating an excavator is an asset.
  • Experience working with and around heavy equipment.
  • Able to perform basic layout and surveying.
  • Verbal communication skills, and experience working in a team.
  • Previous health and safety and/or first aid training is an asset.
  • Physically fit.
  • Valid driver’s license and regular access to a reliable vehicle.
  • Legally eligible to work in Canada.
  • Able to provide a driver’s license and abstract prior to interview.
Send us your resume and a summary of how you meet these requirements by using the ‘Apply Now’ link below.

Experience

5 Years

Position

Full Time

HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR

Job Description

As a heavy equipment operator, you’ll be spending most of your time working with a variety of heavy machinery, primarily excavators but also including bulldozers, loaders, skidsteers and rollers, while making sure that the machines are in good working order. There will be many different tasks from day to day, so we need someone who’s competent and willing to learn new skills. We also want someone who can work independently and can take initiative when there are unexpected challenges.

These are the attributes and values we are looking for: 

  • A team player.
  • An honest, reliable person.
  • Someone who has a healthy drive for work and looks to grow and improve
  • A courteous person who values wellness – health, safety, security, positivity and the general wellbeing of all.
This is a full-time position, with a starting hourly rate of $29-$38/hour, commensurate with ability and experience.

Working With Us

We take health and safety seriously. That’s why we expect all our employees to prioritize a safe work environment, and why we provide additional training to make sure everyone stays safe. We’re also a family-owned company that places a great deal of value in honest communication and family security. So while we do often have a brief seasonal layout (from January thru March), lay-offs are kept to a minimum, and we will always let you know if we’re bringing you back. We’re not afraid to celebrate our success either: we have a great group of employees, and we like to reward them with parties, bonuses, and fun events (like golf tournaments!) for all their hard work.

Qualifications

  • Embody the values and attributes that our organization is built on and be motivated to contribute to our mission.
  • Experience working as a heavy equipment operator in civil, landscape, earthworks or infrastructure construction.
  • Experience operating heavy equipment, primarily excavators and bulldozers.
  • Previous health and safety training an asset, and a strong commitment towards health and safety in the workplace.
  • Verbal communication skills, and experience working in a team.
  • Previous health and safety and/or first aid training is an asset.
  • Physically fit.
  • Valid driver’s license and regular access to a reliable vehicle.
  • Legally eligible to work in Canada.
  • Able to provide a driver’s license and abstract prior to interview.
Send us your resume and a summary of how you meet these requirements by using the ‘Apply Now’ link below.

Experience

5 Years

Position

Full Time

SUPERVISOR

Job Description

As a supervisor, you are the expert and leader of the crew, the resources, the production, and ultimately, the success of the project. There will be many different tasks from day to day, so we need someone with a broad skill set. We do projects all over Ontario and beyond, so a willingness to travel (with a travel allowance of course) is a big asset. We offer exceptional pay and great hours, and plenty of opportunity for growth and promotion. Here, is where you find a career!   This is a full-time position, with a starting hourly rate of $34-$43/hour, based on ability and experience. Supervisors also receive an annual bonus based on their project’s profits, a company truck or truck allowance, and a company cell phone.  

These are the attributes and values we are looking for: 

  • A team player.
  • An honest, reliable person.
  • Someone who has a healthy drive for work and looks to grow and improve
  • A courteous person who values wellness – health, safety, security, positivity and the general wellbeing of all.
 

Qualifications

  • Embody the values and attributes that our organization is built on and be motivated to contribute to our mission.
  • Experience supervising and leading people and projects.
  • Dedicated to superior health and safety standards.
  • Experience working in our industries: civil, utilities, infrastructure and landscape construction.
  • Experience working with heavy equipment as one of your primary assets.
  • Proficient at blueprint reading, takeoffs, survey and layout.
  • Sound knowledge of aggregates, concrete and asphalt.
  • Experience performing and supervising site servicing.
  • Excellent record of customer service.
  • Strong and varied communication skills.
  • Cultured team building and development skills.
  • Valid driver’s license and regular access to a reliable vehicle.
  • Legally eligible to work in Canada.
  • Able to provide a driver’s license and abstract prior to interview.
Send us your resume and a summary of how you meet these requirements by using the ‘Apply Now’ link below.

Experience

5+ Years

Position

Full Time

What’s New – News & Updates

Keep up to date with the latest of what Hawkins Contracting has been up to!

  • Hawkins is rejoining the WSIB Health and Safety Excellence Program, for the 3rd year in a row and continuing our ongoing commitment to safety on site....

  • We brought a travelling BBQ and mini putt to our construction sites last week. Laughs were shared, prizes were one, bellies were filled, and most importantly, great people were celebrated.    Kudos and thanks to a killer team! ...

  • Hawkins has always prioritized workplace wellness, which allowed us to achieve the Certificate of Recognition (COR®) back in 2018. Weve maintained our certification ever since and most recently , more than a year earlier than required, we have transitioned to the newer, improved COR® 2020 program. We were......

  • We held our annual golf tournament on Friday June 16th. Thanks to everyone who came out and participated in a little friendly competition. A big thank you to the staff at Royal Stouffville Golf Course for hosting our team and making the day special....

  • After holding our Annual Orientations virtually, the past couple of years, we were finally able to do it again in person this year – and boy did we miss it! We are excited to work with everyone, start up some new projects and welcome whatever......

  • After 2 long years, we were finally able to gather and celebrate in person at our annual Christmas party! We celebrated the successes of the 2022 work year and toasted some of our employees for reaching 5 and 10 year work milestones with our team.......

  • In an effort to ensure our workplaces remain safe and open for business, we have taken measures to ensure the health and safety of our employees, clients and communities. Please read our full statement for more information....

  • In an effort to ensure our workplaces remain safe and open for business, we have taken measures to ensure the health and safety of our employees, clients and communities. Please read our full statement for more information....

  • In an effort to ensure our workplaces remain safe and open for business, we have taken measures to ensure the health and safety of our employees, clients and communities. Please read our full statement for more information....

  • In an effort to ensure our workplaces remain safe and open for business, we have taken measures to ensure the health and safety of our employees, clients and communities. Please read our full statement for more information....

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