construction labourer

Education

• No degree, certificate or diploma

Work site environment

• Outdoors
• Noisy
• Dusty
• Hot

Work setting

• 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
• Perform routine maintenance work
• Remove rubble and other debris at construction sites

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) Certificate

Construction specialization

• Industrial, commercial and institutional
• Residential

Transportation / travel information

• Own transportation

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Physically demanding

Weight handling

• Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Own tools / equipment

• Steel-toed safety boots

Personal suitability

• Reliability
• Team player
• Hardworking

Screening questions

• Are you authorized to work in Canada?
• Do you have experience working in this field?

Experience

• 1 to less than 7 months

Employment terms options

• Early morning
• Evening
• Morning
• Day

Health benefits

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

Financial benefits

• Life insurance
• Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)

Long term benefits

• Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA)

Support for persons with disabilities

• Applies accessible and inclusive recruitment policies that accommodate persons with disabilities

Support for newcomers and refugees

• Does not require Canadian work experience

Support for youths

• Provides awareness training to employees to create a welcoming work environment for youth

Support for mature workers

• Applies hiring policies that discourage age discrimination