construction labourer

Overview

Languages: English

Education

• No degree, certificate or diploma

Experience

2 years to less than 3 years

On the road. Work locations may vary. Frequent or constant travel is required from the employee.

Green Job

This position is a green job, as it involves tasks and responsibilities contributing to positive environmental outcomes and helping Canada achieve its net-zero target.

Work Site Environment

• Outdoors

Work Setting

• Various locations

Responsibilities

Tasks:

• Erect and dismantle concrete forms, scaffolding, ramps, catwalks, shoring, and barricades
• Clean and pile salvaged materials
• Remove rubble and other debris at construction sites

Experience and Specialization

Equipment and machinery experience:

• Reciprocating saws
• Circular saws
• Jackhammers
• Air guns
• Nail guns
• Hand tools

Construction specialization:

• Residential

Additional Information

Transportation/travel information:

• Own transportation

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

• Physically demanding
• Repetitive tasks
• Handling heavy loads

Weight handling:

• Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)
• More than 45 kg (100 lbs)

Own tools/equipment:

• Tools
• Steel-toed safety boots
• Hard hat
• Safety glasses/goggles
• Gloves
• Safety vest

Personal Suitability

• Reliability
• Team player

Benefits

Health benefits:

• Dental plan
• Health care plan
• Vision care benefits

Other Benefits

• Learning/training paid by employer