roofer helper

Overview

Languages

English

Education

• No degree, certificate or diploma

Experience

2 years to less than 3 years

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work site environment

• All weather conditions

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Load, unload and transport construction materials
• Erect and dismantle concrete forms, scaffolding, ramps, catwalks, shoring and barricades
• Mix, pour and spread materials such as concrete and asphalt
• Clean and pile salvaged materials
• Clean up chemical spills and other contaminants
• Remove rubble and other debris at construction sites
• Tend or feed machines or equipment used in construction
• Direct traffic at or near construction sites
• Rig and hoist equipment
• Operate and maintain farm machinery and equipment
• Assist skilled tradespersons
• Assist equipment operators to secure attachments to equipment or truck
• Ensure adherence to safety regulations
• Install sheet metal flashings
• Install and repair metal roofs using hand and power tools
• Apply waterproof coatings to concrete or other masonry surfaces below or above ground level
• Ensure safety procedures are followed
• Repair or replace shingles and shakes on sloped roofs of buildings
• Install single-ply roofing system using waterproof sheet materials, such as modified plastics, elastomeric or other asphaltic compositions
• Install built-up roofing systems using materials such as asphalt saturated felts and hot asphalt and gravel

Additional information

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Physically demanding
• Bending, crouching, kneeling
• Ability to work independently

Weight handling

• Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Personal suitability

• Flexibility
• Team player
• Adaptability

Benefits

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Health care plan

Financial benefits

• Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)