Builder 1 (Construction Worker)

Where is the most beautiful and scenic place you have ever been? How would you like to work there everyday?

43K Wilderness Solutions is looking for permanent, full‐time Builder 1’s (Construction Worker) to work with a small crew in Vancouver Island’s most beautiful and remote wilderness areas. The job requires you to work with one or two other people to independently build structures under the supervision of a Foreperson. We are looking for people with basic construction experience including framing, concrete and metal who enjoy working in wild places. 43K offers competitive wages and benefits, including full health and dental, professional development opportunities and gear allowances.

43K’s specialty is working in challenging wilderness environments, often without electricity or other services. The job will require you to work out of town, in camp on long shifts. Our projects are always different ‐ from helicopter access bridges to trail construction to installing off‐the‐grid buildings ‐ we never do the same thing twice. A large portion of our projects include working with local communities and local First Nations.

Our current projects are located across the island, on the North Island in Cape Scott Park, mid-Island in the Comox Valley, and South Island on the Juan de Fuca trail.

If you have construction experience, enjoy spending time in the backcountry and are looking for a new challenge we would love to meet you!

Responsibilities

• Operate a variety of hand and power tools, small machinery, chainsaws, survey equipment, etc.
• Work on all aspects of the build with limited amenities.
• Follow Occupational Health and Safety Work Plans and Environmental Management Plans.
• Work independently in small crews to execute work plans
• Working within local, remote communities with the utmost respect for them and their unique experiences
• Safely maintain equipment and clean job sites

Relevant Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year construction experience, including framing, concrete and metal.
• Power tool experience, including chainsaws
• Backcountry experience, including hiking, camping, backpacking, etc.
• Work camp experience an asset.
• A positive attitude, strong work ethic, and ability to motivate team members
• Class 5 Driver’s License and trailer towing experience
• Intermediate First Aid plus Transportation Endorsement (required for all successful applicants), Advanced First Aid is considered an asset.

Job Conditions

• Working in physically challenging, unserviced, remote locations
• Working in “camp” (tents, yurts, cabins, hotels, vacation rentals)
• Working long shifts - often 8 on, 6 off
• Driving on gravel roads, pulling small trailers
• Working in and around helicopters, barges and boats
• Working in adverse and varied weather conditions twelve months of the year
• Strict no pet policy while at work and in camp

Why Join Us, We Value

• Passion for nature and outdoor recreation
• Collaborative growth
• Plan with purpose
• Adaptability and resourcefulness

Benefits Package

• $23.25-29.50/ hour based on skills, abilities and experience
• Full extended health and dental benefits plan
• Equipment allowance of $200
• Paid Personal Park Days
• Flexible schedule and appreciation for work‐life balance

Expected start date is September 23, 2026.