Summer Student Operations 1
Job Summary
Job ID: 522442
Position Title: Summer Student - Operations 1
Employment Type: Contract Full-time
Location: Tillisonburg Ontario (CA-ON)
Compensation: 19.00 per year
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Dufferin Concrete a division of CRH Canada is hiring a Summer Student - Operations 1!
Who we are:
Recognized as one of Greater Torontos Top Employers and one of Canadas Top Employers for Young People Dufferin Concrete has been a trusted supplier providing the materials expert advice and value-added services to build roads highways schools homes and buildings in Southern Ontario. Our network of 28 plants and over 400 ready-mix trucks provide a variety of standard and custom concrete mixes to meet technical specifications for commercial industrial institutional and residential construction customers.
We have earned our reputation as one of the most trusted experienced and quality-driven concrete suppliers in Canada with over 100 years of service in the building materials industry.
CRH Canada is proud to be a part of CRH a global leader in building materials solutions. For the past 100 years we have been developing innovative solutions to build the cities of tomorrow. Globally CRH employs 80000 people at 4000 operating locations in 28 countries and has market leadership positions in both North America and Europe.
Why work with us
- Join a global leader and be part of one of the worlds largest construction and building materials companies recognized for innovation and excellence.
- Grow your career with access rewarding development opportunities across Canada with programs designed to help you reach your full potential.
- Build your expertise by gaining hands-on experience working with an industry leader and contribute to projects that shape communities and infrastructure.
Contract Length: 4 months (May 4 2026 August 28 2026)
What you will do:
- Plant and field testing of concrete and aggregate materials.
- Adding materials to ready-mixed concrete trucks and general plant upkeep duties.
- Daily communication with operations and quality departments.
- General concrete and aggregate laboratory duties.
- Follow all necessary health & safety directives in accordance with legislative and CRH requirements.
- Assist Managers & Supervisors with other assigned work as required.
Educational Criteria:
- Enrolled in Diploma or Degree in Civil Construction Mechanical or Environmental Engineering Technology or any similar field
Working Conditions:
- Field/Lab environment
- Travel to plants and job sites within the region
- Physical ability to lift up-to 50 pounds
- Working outdoors and varied temperatures and weather conditions
Position Dimensions:
- Safety oriented
- Strong analytical skills
- Knowledge of the geographic area you are applying for and ability to read and understand maps an asset
- Flexibility to work overtime nights and weekends
- Computer knowledge
- Team oriented willing to help out in all areas of the department
- Customer-focused mindset
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Must have a valid G drivers license
This job posting reflects an existing vacancy. Details will be clarified during the recruitment process if selected.
CRH Canada does not directly use artificial intelligence to screen assess or select applicants. However CRH Canada does use to publicly advertise this posting and does use artificial intelligence as part of the screening process. More information about how uses artificial intelligence in their process can be found here: How Indeed Uses AI: Employer Tools and Responsible Use
CRH Canada recognizes Canadas diverse landscape. Accommodation is available upon request for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment and selection process.
About Company
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