construction trades helper

Work site environment

• Outdoors
• Dusty

Work setting

• Various locations

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
• Assist in aligning pipes during pipeline construction
• Clean and pile salvaged materials
• Clean up chemical spills and other contaminants
• Remove rubble and other debris at construction sites
• Help tradespersons, apprentices and other workers as directed
• Assist skilled tradespersons

Transportation / travel information

• Own transportation
• Own vehicle
• Valid driver's licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Physically demanding
• Tight deadlines
• Manual dexterity
• Repetitive tasks
• Handling heavy loads
• Attention to detail
• Hand-eye co-ordination

Own tools / equipment

• Steel-toed safety boots
• Safety glasses / goggles
• Gloves
• Cellular phone
• Ear plugs
• Safety vest

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Dependability
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Flexibility
• Reliability
• Team player
• Hardworking

Screening questions

• Are you authorized to work in Canada?

Employment terms options

• Flexible hours
• Day
• Overtime available

Workplace information

• On the road job