Summer Student - Operations

Job ID: 506179

Work Type: Internship

It is a great time to join Dufferin Concrete, A CRH Company!

CRH Canada is going through an exciting business transformation which demands first-class Talent Management support to drive results.

We are building a world- class team. Make your mark!

You will be a successful addition to our team if you look at change as an opportunity to develop and contribute to the business. You will be successful in your role if you like partnering with the business, presenting new ideas and providing excellent customer service.

Dufferin Concrete, A CRH Company is currently hiring Operations Summer Students for the 2025 construction season!

Contract Length: 4 months (May 5, 2025 - August 29, 2025)

Who we are!

Recognized as one of Greater Toronto's Top 100 Employers, 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 is a leading provider of building materials solutions that build, connect and improve our world. Employing 78,500 people at 3,390 operating locations in 29 countries, CRH has market leadership positions in both North America and Europe.

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 driver's license

Visit our website for more information: http://www.crhcanada.com

CRH Canada Group Inc. recognizes Canada's diverse landscape. Accommodation is available upon request for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment and selection process.