Human Resources
At Avico, each employee plays a well-defined role in the achievement of company goals. To do so, we count on essential values such as team work, respect, integrity and recognition.
Our employees are the key to our company’s success. Consequently, Avico is committed to promoting open communication lines between employees and management.
Promoting professional development
Open communication lines have significantly contributed to the implementation of an annual training plan based on the training needs of all the departments.
At Avico, training provides excellent leverage for the development of our organization. We promote skill development through the combination of internal and external training sessions in line with organizational and individual needs.
Health and safety first
At Avico, we also consider employee health and safety as essential elements. Avico is committed to promoting the prevention of accidents, injuries and health risks in the workplace through major investment every year. Our health and safety committee is active in ensuring that priorities are established and timelines are met.
Advantages of working at Avico
Our company is privileged to offer year-round, stable jobs to our employees with good working conditions. There are no seasonal employee layoffs.
Group Insurance
At Avico, employees benefit from a group insurance after probation without a minimum number of hours. Group insurance coverage includes certain prescription drugs, health insurance, life insurance for employees and their dependants, travel insurance, and short-term and long-term disability insurance.
Sick Leave
Every year, Avico offers five days of sick leave to all employees between January l and December 15.
Work Clothes
At Avico, employees do not have to spend any money before their first day of work. Work clothes such as steel toe boots, coats and thermal socks are provided.
Referral Program
At Avico, employees recommending an individual hired for a position are rewarded with a $250 prize when the new employee completes probation.
Social Activities
To highlight our employees’ dedication at work, Avico organizes activities throughout the year such as Christmas parties and hot dog parties.
Certificate for Years of Service
To reward employees for their 5, 10, 15 or more years of ongoing service at the company, Avico gives each of them a certificate and a gift.
Perfect Attendance Program
To motivate employees at work, ensure the quality of our services and improve productivity, the company draws monthly prizes for employees having been at work every scheduled day during the month.