FAQs for workers

Check out our FAQs for employers here.

  • I am a student and can only work 20 hours a week, is that okay?

    Yes, many of our workers are students and we have shifts that can accommodate.

    Can I get paid daily in cash?

    No, we pay weekly and all hours worked are processed through payroll.

    When will I get paid?

    You get paid weekly on Fridays for the hours worked the previous week. If you work Monday through Friday on week one, you will be paid on the Friday of week two.

    What do I need to provide to EMBERS Staffing to start work and get paid?

    A social insurance number (SIN), birth date, a valid phone number and/or email address.

  • Does EMBERS Staffing provide medical and dental benefits?

    After three months of full-time work, you qualify for our Health Spending Account which can be used for medical and dental expenses. You must notify EMBERS Staffing to enroll.

    Does EMBERS Staffing provide transportation?

    In some circumstances where a site is not easily accessible by public transit, we may be able to provide a shuttle service. If you are unsure on how to get to your worksite, we are happy to help you plan your transportation route.

  • What basic PPE do I need to get started?

    You will need steel-toe boots, a high visibility vest and a hardhat for all worksites. You will be notified by your branch if there are additional requirements.

    What happens if I don’t have my own PPE?

    You can borrow or purchase the necessary PPE through our Lending Libraries if you do not have your own. We encourage you to purchase your own equipment as soon as you are able to do so.

  • For the industries and types of positions we offer, click here.

  • You get paid weekly on Fridays for the hours worked the previous week. If you work Monday through Friday on week one, you will be paid on the Friday of week two.

  • No, we pay weekly and all hours worked are processed through payroll.

  • After three months of full-time work, you qualify for our Health Spending Account which can be used for medical and dental expenses. You must notify us to enroll.

    Need dental work asap? For information on the Canadian Dental Care Plan, click here.

  • In some circumstances where a site is not easily accessible by public transit, we may be able to prove a shuttle service. If you are unsure how to get to your worksite, we are happy to help you plan your route.

Still have questions? Contact your local branch.