Operations Shop Hand

Position Overview Support the Field Operations team with construction, maintenance, and operational tasks at our carbon capture utilization and manufacturing testing facility. This is a hands-on, physically demanding role with a strong focus on safety and process standards. Key Responsibilities Construction & Setup · Perform general and skilled labour during fabrication, construction, and commissioning of Carbon Upcycling’s R&D facilities · Assist with equipment installation, assembly, and workspace setup · Maintain a clean, safe work environment and follow all safety protocols during construction Operational Support · Transport, organize, load, and unload materials during testing operations · Handle testing chemicals and materials per safety guidelines · Operate and monitor testing equipment under supervision · Perform light maintenance and troubleshooting using mechanical, fabrication, operator, and millwright skills Safety & Compliance · Follow all health, safety, and environmental protocols and regulatory standards · Wear full PPE as required, including respiratory masks, gloves, and protective clothing (provided) · Safely handle and dispose of hazardous, dusty, and carbon-based materials · Attend safety meetings and briefings, report hazards or incidents, and support investigations Team Collaboration · Work effectively with the engineering and field operations teams to meet facility goals · Bring a positive attitude and strong work ethic to the team Required Skills & Training · 1–3+ years of experience as a general or skilled laborer in a construction, testing, or industrial setting · Mechanical, shop fabrication, welding, millwright, operator, or maintenance experience is an asset · Equipment operation experience (e.g., forklift, electrical equipment) is preferred · Comfortable handling powdered or hazardous materials (training provided) · Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs regularly and perform repetitive tasks (standing, bending, operating machinery) for extended periods · Comfortable wearing full PPE for long durations and working in dusty, noisy, confined, and all-weather environments · Highly motivated and able to work independently and under pressure · Familiarity with Office 365 Why Join Us? At Carbon Upcycling, your work drives real progress toward a low-carbon future. You’ll help boost plant capacity, strengthen local supply chains, and enable cost-competitive, sustainable building materials. Join a high-performance team where ambition meets action, and where your contributions shape the future of the cement and building materials sector.