General labour/summer Student

May 9 2024
Categories Building services, HVAC, Civil engineering, Construction, Structure, Food processing, Agronomy, Maintenance, Service, Trades, Manual, Operator, Machinist,
Calgary, AB • Full time

Cargill's size and scale allows us to make a positive impact in the world. Our purpose is to nourish the world in a safe, responsible and sustainable way.
Cargill is a family company providing food, ingredients, agricultural solutions and industrial products that are vital for living. We connect farmers with markets so they can prosper. We connect customers with ingredients so they can make meals people love. And we connect families with daily essentials — from eggs to edible oils, salt to skincare, feed to alternative fuel. Our 160,000 colleagues, operating in 70 countries, make essential products that touch billions of lives each day. Join us and reach your higher purpose at Cargill.
This position is in Cargill's protein and salt business, where we provide wholesome, high-quality food products to a wide range of customers, from foodservice operators and grocery stores to manufacturers and exporters.


Cargill's North America protein business produces fresh, frozen and cooked beef, turkey, pork, chicken and egg protein offerings, sauces, soups, case ready products, pet treats and by-products for our retail, foodservice and food ingredient customers.

Cargill Protein focuses on product quality, employee safety, food safety, animal wellbeing, environmental impact, improved sustainability and community engagement as it strives to nourish the world in a safe, responsible and sustainable way. Cargill Protein has a diverse 28,000-member team and operates approximately 60 protein primary and further processing facilities, distribution centers, feed mills, hatcheries, and an innovation center in the U.S. and Canada, in addition to maintaining international sales offices. Canada is home to 10 of these facilities and includes over 5500 stakeholders.


Location: Calgary, AB
Job Type: Seasonal/Temporary
Shift(s) Available: Day
Compensation: $20/hr

Principal Accountabilities:

  • Perform minor maintenance/repairs that require the ability to safely use a variety of tools and equipment
  • General labour duties including painting, general clean-up, manual labour, and yard work.
  • Minor administrative functions
  • Assist with building maintenance and equipment requests
  • General Clean up and Housekeeping
  • Understanding and adhering to all safety rules and regulations.
  • Maintaining a safe and clean work environment.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

  • Must be legally entitled to work for Cargill in Canada.
  • Cargill requires that employees be a minimum of 18 years old.
  • Registered in a recognized Canadian Post Secondary institute for Fall 2024
  • Previous construction experience is an asset
  • Previous painting and landscaping experience is an asset
  • Capable of lifting up to 50lbs. repeatedly and performing physically demanding work
  • Ability to stand for long periods of time
  • Ability to work effectively under pressure, being responsible, resourceful, and autonomous
  • Ability to work outdoors, at height, and in all environments;
  • Excellent organizational, time management and prioritizing skills
  • Excellent communication skills in English both verbally and written
  • Able to work independently as well as in a team environment
  • Safety conscious
  • Standard First Aid would be considered an asset
  • Ability to read, write, and professionally communicate with public and co-workers.

This seasonal position is located in Calgary, AB; however please expect receiving calls from a 204-area code in case you are considered. Relocation assistance is not provided.


Cargill is an equal opportunity employer and committed to providing accommodation to our job applicants with disabilities.

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