CAREERS
Employee Perks & Benefits
Medical, Health
and Dental
Vision Care
Group Insurance
Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)
Training and Professional Development
Competitive Salaries
Annual Bonuses
Pension Contributions
Team-Building Activities
Employee Appreciation Lunches
BEGIN YOUR CAREER WITH CENTRAL PRECAST
If you are looking for opportunities in the precast concrete industry, then Central Precast is the place to be.
HOW TO APPLY
Please send your resume and covering letter (indicating the job you are applying for) to hr@centralprecast.com, or download the application form from the link below and email the completed form to hr@centralprecast.com.
AVAILABLE POSITIONS
Carpenter
Overview
The primary responsibilities of this position are to perform tasks to assist in the successful completion of projects from start to finish. Work with hand and power tools in a safe and efficient manner while adhering to established safe working procedures and wearing the proper safety equipment always. Assist in the resolution of design issues, change requests, material defects, and site concerns. Enable your crew to maintain high standards of workmanship and efficiency.
Responsibilities
- Must have at least 2 yrs consecutive experience doing construction or renovations
- Experience in drywall, finishing, flooring, framing, painting and related tasks are required
- Must have valid drivers’ license and reliable transportation
- Must be punctual and have strong work ethic
- Ability to follow verbal and written directions, work independently and with others are mandatory
Qualifications
Education Required:
- High School Diploma
Years of Experience
- Less than 1 year to less than 2 years in construction or concrete industry
Specific Experience
- Self-starter with excellent work ethic
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong team player with a positive attitude
Competencies
- Maintain high level of safety at all times
- Able to work in a fast-paced, high-production environment
- Willing to work overtime and shifts when needed including Saturdays
- Able to work unsupervised, motivated to complete all tasks
- Able to communicate, and work well with others in a team environment
- Repetitive tasks
- Always maintain a professional attitude, especially when handling stressful situations
Own Tools/Equipment
- Steel-toed safety boots
Working Conditions
- Wage: $20-$23 per hour to start, depending on experience
- Permanent, Full-time, 44 hours/week
Benefits:
At Central Precast, we know your power comes from your overall well-being and the well-being of your family. That’s why we offer a comprehensive benefits package that supports the health of you and your family. As a part of our family, your benefit offerings include:
- Highly Competitive Medical, Health, Dental, and Vision Benefits
- Financial bonuses and milestone awards
- Company events and employee appreciation lunches
- Training and Professional Development
- Retirement plan and RRSP contributions
- Financial Wellness: $5.40 per hour contributed by Central Precast to Union Pension
Other:
Pre-employment medical including drug & alcohol testing and a criminal record check may be required.
- Central Precast wants to help each employee build a long and rewarding career at the company. We are committed to ongoing career progression and employee development by providing targeted on-the-job training, skills development, and job rotation opportunities. If you want to learn and grow, Central Precast is the place for you!
To apply, please submit a resume to hr@centralprecast.com. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those to be interviewed will be contacted.
CONCRETE FINISHER
Located in Ottawa, Ontario, Central Precast was established in 1956 and began manufacturing precast concrete products for the general construction industry. The product line and manufacturing facility grew to include landscape products, steps, and architectural panels and is a part of The Precast Group which is the largest precast concrete products producer in Eastern Ontario. The Precast Group has three manufacturing operations: Central Precast, M Con Products and Utility Structures Inc. Our mission is to meet the demands of our customers and employees, under a safe working environment, where service and quality are at the forefront. We have an immediate opening for a Concrete Finisher.
Overview:
The primary responsibilities of this position are primarily working with concrete and reinforced steel for precast concrete structures. This is a demanding job that requires good physical condition and the ability to maintain a high attention to detail in a fast-paced environment.
Roles and Responsibilities
- Collecting materials, assembling cages, setting up casts prior to pouring concrete
- Pouring concrete
- Raking, tamping, and leveling poured concrete
- Cleaning and oiling concrete molds
- Applying smooth finish to concrete, ready to receive paint
- Transporting raw materials throughout the plant manually
- Participating daily in the warehouse cleanliness and upkeep
- Checking finished precast for damage and defects
- Assisting and participating in concrete repairs
- Other duties as required.
Qualifications
Education Required:
- High School Diploma
Experience:
- Highly proficient in using hand/power tools and equipment to prepare and level concrete. Proven experience/expertise in the manual use of a trowel to produce high quality concrete surfaces
- Perform repetitive, physical labor for long periods of time in a dusty, dirty, wet and muddy environment. Maintain high levels of safety and be aware of their surroundings
- Detail-oriented, self-starter with strong work ethic
- Be able to work unsupervised and be self-motivated
- Effective communication/interpersonal skills. Strong team player with a positive attitude
- Able to work in a fast-paced, high-production environment. Willingness to work overtime and shifts when needed including Saturdays
- Maintain a professional attitude at all times, especially when handling stressful situations
Years of Experience:
- 1-2 years’ experience in construction or concrete industry
Compensation:
- Wage: Starting at ~ $36.90 ~ $40/hour, based on experience (includes 8% vacation, benefits and pension, as per union contract)
- Permanent, full-time, Monday-Friday, 44 hours / week
Tools/Equipment
- Steel-toed safety boots (own)
- Hard Hat (supplied)
- Safety Vest (supplied)
- Glasses (supplied)
- Gloves (supplied)
- Ear Plugs (supplied)
Benefits
- Group Medical Insurance benefits, including vision care benefits
- Pension Contributions
- Annual Bonus
- Employee Appreciation Lunches
- Working for an Industry leader in the Precast Concrete Products space
- Established, growing company with experienced leadership
- Permanent full-time role with comprehensive training and support
- Career progression, development, and job rotation opportunities
To apply, please email your resume to hr@centralprecast.com
CRANE OPERATOR
Located in Ottawa, Ontario, Central Precast was established in 1956 and began manufacturing precast concrete products for the general construction industry. The product line and manufacturing facility grew to include landscape products, steps, and architectural panels and is part of The Precast Group, the largest precast concrete products producer in Eastern Ontario. The Precast Group has three manufacturing operations: Central Precast, M Con Products and Utility Structures Inc. Our mission is to meet the demands of our customers and employees, in a safe working environment, where service and quality are at the forefront. We have an immediate opening for a Crane Operator.
Overview
Crane operators are responsible for aiding in all areas of the precast plant. They are responsible for safely operating cranes or draglines to lift, move, position or place machinery, equipment and other large objects throughout the yard and plant. They participate in general housekeeping and other various tasks.
Responsibilities:
- Operate conventional crane 70 T to lift, move, position or place concrete precast panels and materials
- Perform pre-operational inspection, and calculate crane capacities and weight to prepare for rigging and hoisting
- Collaborate with riggers, signal people and project managers
- Maintain worksite safety and comply with all OSHA and company standards
- May assemble tower cranes on site
- Perform routine maintenance work such as cleaning and lubricating cranes.
- Other related duties as requested
Qualifications:
Education Required:
- High School Diploma
- Crane Operator Certification
Years of experience:
- Valid crane Certification
- 2 + years of experience operating an in-cab crane in a manufacturing facility with the highest level of safety
- Self-starter, with an excellent work ethic
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong team player with a positive attitude
- Handling heavy loads
- Physically demanding (i.e. making repetitive motions, handling material manually, standing, bending or twisting the body, sitting, kneeling, squatting, etc…)
Competencies:
- Ability to maintain a high level of safety
- Able to work in a fast-paced, high production environment
- Willing to work overtime and shifts as needed, including Saturdays
- Able to work unsupervised motivated to complete all tasks
- Able to communicate and work well with others in a team environment
- Repetitive tasks
- Ability to maintain a professional attitude, especially when handling stressful situations
Equipment and Machinery Experience
- Basic material moving equipment
- Hand tools, including drills, hammers
Own Tools/Equipment:
- Steel-toe safety boots (own)
- Vest (supplied)
- Glasses (supplied)
- Hard Hat (supplied)
Compensation:
- Wage: Starting at ~ $36.90 ~ $40/hour, based on experience (includes 8% vacation, benefits and pension, as per union contract)
- Permanent, full-time, Monday-Friday, 44 hours / week
Additional:
- Bonus
- Overtime
Working Conditions
- Unionized
- Located in Ottawa, Ontario
Benefits:
- As per the collective agreement
- Medical Benefits, (Healthcare/Vision/Dental)
- Access EAP Program
- Pension
- Training
- Company events
- Free On-site parking
Central Precast wants to help each employee build a long and rewarding career at the company. We are committed to ongoing career progression and employee development, providing targeted on the job training, skills development and job rotation opportunities. If you want to learn and grow, Central Precast is the place for you!
To apply, please email your resume to hr@centralprecast.com
Skilled Labourer
Overview
Skilled Labourers are responsible for aiding in all areas of the precast plant. They are
responsible for collecting materials, assembling cages, setting up forms and concrete
placing. They participate in general housekeeping and other various tasks throughout the
plant. A high level of safety practices must be used at all times.
Responsibilities
- Receive oral instructions to determine work assignments
- Perform physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling of materials
- Position or dismantle forms for pouring concrete
- Transport raw materials, finished products and equipment throughout plant manually or using powered equipment
- Assist machine operators, Crane Operators and other labourers as required
- Bending of reinforcing steel for precast concrete structures
- May assist with minor repairs and maintenance
- Remove rubble and other debris
- Clean and remove excess debris from molds and other equipment
- Participate in daily Pre-Production Meetings
- Complete Field Level Risk Assessments before beginning each task
Qualifications
Education Required:
- High School Diploma
Years of Experience
- Minimum 1 year Construction or concrete experience
Specific Experience
- Experience working in a production line setting
- Prior experience in a precast setting or working with concrete is considered an asset
Competencies
- Maintain high level of safety at all times
- Able to work in a fast paced, high production environment
- Willing to work overtime and shifts when needed including Saturdays
- Maintain a professional attitude at all times, especially when handling stressful situations
- Able to work unsupervised, motivated to complete all tasks
- Able to communicate, and work well with others in a team environment
- Able to lift 50 lbs
- Repetitive tasks
- Maintain a professional attitude at all times, especially when handling stressful situations
Own Tools/Equipment
- Steel-toed safety boots
Working Conditions
- Wage: $22.65 – $24.65/hour, based on experience
- Unionized, permanent, Full-time, 44 hours/week
Benefits:
At Central Precast, we know your power comes from your overall well-being and the well-being of your family. That’s why we offer a comprehensive benefits package that supports the health of you and your family. As a part of our family, your benefit offerings include:
- Highly Competitive Medical, Health, Dental, and Vision Benefits
- Financial bonuses and milestone awards
- Company events and employee appreciation lunches
- Training and Professional Development
- Retirement plan and RRSP contributions
- Financial Wellness: $5.40 per hour contributed by Central Precast to Union Pension
Other:
Pre-employment medical including drug & alcohol testing and a criminal record check may be required.
- Central Precast wants to help each employee build a long and rewarding career at the company. We are committed to ongoing career progression and employee development by providing targeted on-the-job training, skills development, and job rotation opportunities. If you want to learn and grow, Central Precast is the place for you!
To apply, please submit a resume to hr@centralprecast.com. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those to be interviewed will be contacted.
Welder
Overview
Welders are primarily responsible for building and welding the wire forms that are used for concrete production. They participate in general housekeeping and other various tasks throughout the plant. A high level of safety practices must be used at all times.
Responsibilities
- Interpret welding process specifications
- Operate manual or semi-automatic, full automated welding equipment
- Operate flame-cutting equipment
- Operate brakes, shears and other metal shaping, straightening and bending machines
- Fit, braze and torch-straighten metal
- Operate oxygen arc cutting equipment
- Determine weldability of materials
- Operate hoisting and lifting equipment
- Operate previously set-up welding machines to fabricate or repair metal parts and products
- Complete Field Level Risk Assessments before beginning each task
Qualifications
Education Required
- High School Diploma or equivalent
Years of Experience
- Minimum 1 year to less than 2 years
- Ability to read blueprints
- Layout forms
Specific Experience
- Reading and interpreting blueprints and plans
- Prior experience in a welding shop is an asset
Competencies
- Maintain high level of safety at all times
- Able to work in a fast paced, high production environment
- Willing to work overtime and shifts when needed including Saturdays
- Maintain a professional attitude at all times, especially when handling stressful situations
- Able to work unsupervised, motivated to complete all tasks
- Able to communicate, and work well with others in a team environment
- Able to lift 50 lbs.
- Repetitive tasks
Equipment and Machinery Experience
- Butt or seam resistance welding machine
- Arc welding machine, spot welding machine
- Grinders, saws
- Torches
Own Tools/Equipment
- Steel-toed safety boots
Working Conditions
- Wage: $23.15 – $26.15/hour, based on experience
- Unionized, permanent, Full-time, 44 hours/week
Benefits:
At Central Precast, we know your power comes from your overall well-being and the well-being of your family. That’s why we offer a comprehensive benefits package that supports the health of you and your family. As a part of our family, your benefit offerings include:
- Highly Competitive Medical, Health, Dental, and Vision Benefits
- Financial bonuses and milestone awards
- Company events and employee appreciation lunches
- Training and Professional Development
- Retirement plan and RRSP contributions
- Financial Wellness: $5.40 per hour contributed by Central Precast to Union Pension
Other:
Pre-employment medical including drug & alcohol testing and a criminal record check may be required.
- Central Precast wants to help each employee build a long and rewarding career at the company. We are committed to ongoing career progression and employee development by providing targeted on-the-job training, skills development, and job rotation opportunities. If you want to learn and grow, Central Precast is the place for you!
To apply, please submit a resume to hr@centralprecast.com. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those to be interviewed will be contacted.
YARD SUPERVISOR
Located in Ottawa, Ontario, Central Precast was established in 1956 and began manufacturing precast concrete products for the general construction industry. The product line and manufacturing facility grew to include landscape products, steps, and architectural panels and is part of The Precast Group which is the largest precast concrete products producer in Eastern Ontario. The Precast Group has three manufacturing operations: Central Precast, M Con Products and Utility Structures Inc. Our mission is to meet the demands of our customers and employees, in a safe working environment, where service and quality are at the forefront.
Overview:
At Central Precast we are driven by the core values of respect, collaboration, service, passion, and dedication.
As a Yard Supervisor, you will lead the Bongard yard teams (Precast, Landscape and Masonry divisions) ensuring efficient operations through collaboration, respect, and accountability. Focusing on logistics, quality, safety, and team well-being, you will foster a culture of operational excellence.
Reporting to the Plant Manager, you will be a key member of the leadership team, providing clear direction and support to yard crew, forklift operators, and other team members. With strong communication and teamwork, you will ensure smooth yard operations while maintaining the highest standards of safety, efficiency, and service.
Roles and Responsibilities:
- Lead and support yard employees, fostering respect, collaboration, and a positive, customer-focused mindset to inspire teamwork and continuous improvement.
- Assign tasks based on skills, promoting efficiency, growth, and motivation within the team.
- Conduct training and performance evaluations to develop a high performing, engaged team.
- Maintain records of attendance, safety compliance, and performance, ensuring accountability.
- Build collaborative relationships with employees, union representatives, and stakeholders, encouraging open communication.
- Align operations with dispatch, sales, production, maintenance, and QC teams to meet shipping schedules and quality standards.
- Communicate with customers professionally, ensuring their needs are met efficiently and with care.
- Proactively address customer concerns, delivering solutions with empathy and a positive approach.
- Oversee shipping, receiving, and material movement for timely, accurate, and efficient operations.
- Collaborate with inventory manager to optimize stock levels, storage, and handling.
- Conduct regular quality checks, addressing challenges and improving workflow to maintain high service levels.
- Ensure consistency in yard operations by upholding QMS standards and continuous improvement.
- Inspect precast products before shipping, addressing quality concerns to exceed customer expectations.
- Enforce safety protocols, ensuring compliance with WSIB regulations and lockout/tagout procedures.
- Inspect equipment, ensure maintenance, and emphasize safety in all operations.
- Lead by example in maintaining a clean, safe, and organized yard environment.
Specific Experience:
- Proven track record of success in managing logistics schedules, reducing waste, and improving efficiency, demonstrating your passion for continuous improvement.
- Managing in a unionized environment is considered an asset, showing your ability to lead diverse teams effectively.
- Knowledge around WSIB, Health & Safety and industry regulations
- Strong leadership and team management skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to motivate and support a team through collaboration and mutual respect.
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to make decisions under pressure.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and other relevant software, with the ability to plan and organize tasks efficiently.
- Ability to work in a noisy environment.
- Ability to prioritize tasks and follow specified procedures
- Self-starter, with excellent work ethic
- Always maintain a professional attitude, especially when handling stressful situations
- Strong team player with a positive attitude
- Working within physically demanding, walking, bending, crouching, kneeling environments
Competencies:
- Always maintain high level of safety
- Exceptional attention to details
- Able to work in a fast-paced, high-production environment.
- Able to work unsupervised, motivated to complete all tasks.
- Able to communicate and work well with others in a team environment.
- Ability to focus and accurately complete both complex and repetitive tasks.
- Always maintain a professional attitude, especially when handling difficult and/or stressful situations
- Willing to work overtime as required.
Own Tools/Equipment:
- Steel-toe safety boots (own)
- Vest (supplied)
- Glasses (supplied)
- Hard Hat (supplied)
Compensation Offer:
- Salary range $65,000 – $75,000 annually.
- Annual Bonus
- Permanent, full-time, Monday-Friday, 44 hours / week
- Located in Ottawa, Ontario
Benefits:
- Company events
- RRSP Matching Plan
- Medical Benefits (Dentalcare, Healthcare, Visioncare)
- Life insurance
- Healthcare Spending Account
- Employee Assistance Program
- Free On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Company Events
- Working with an Industry leader in the Precast Concrete Products space
- Established, growing company with experienced leadership
- Permanent full-time role with comprehensive training and support
At Central Precast, respect, collaboration, service, passion, and dedication are the values that drive us to excel. Central Precast wants to help each employee build a long and rewarding career at the company. We are committed to ongoing career progression and employee development providing targeted on-the-job training, skills development, and job rotation opportunities. If you want to learn and grow, Central Precast is the place for you!
To apply, please email your resume to hr@centralprecast.com
