construction labourer and helper

Work site environment

• Outdoors
• At heights
• Confined spaces
• Noisy
• Dusty

Work setting

• Various locations
• Construction site

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 drilling and blasting rock on construction sites
• Level earth to fine grade specifications
• 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

Equipment and machinery experience

• Concrete vibrators
• Concrete saws
• Mortar and concrete mixers
• Grinding machine
• Grouting machine
• Chippers
• Jackhammers
• Sandblasters
• Sledgehammer
• Hand tools

Construction specialization

• Industrial, commercial and institutional

Transportation / travel information

• Own transportation
• Public transportation is available

Work conditions and physical capabilities

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

Weight handling

• Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Own tools / equipment

• Steel-toed safety boots

Personal suitability

• Client focus
• Dependability
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Reliability
• Collaborative

Screening questions

• Are you authorized to work in Canada?
• Are you willing to relocate for this position?
• Do you have experience working in this field?

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Health care plan
• Paramedical services coverage
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• Group insurance benefits
• Life insurance
• Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)

Other benefits

• Deferred Profit Sharing Plan (DPSP)
• Learning / training paid by employer
• Team building opportunities
• Travel insurance