bricklayer

Government of Canada - Western; Morinville; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A government agency in Morinville, Alberta, is seeking a skilled Bricklayer. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience and relevant certifications. Responsibilities include laying bricks and concrete blocks, estimating materials, and supervising apprentices. This position requires travel to varying locations and necessitates physical fitness for the demanding work conditions. Benefits include financial bonuses and employer-sponsored training for your continued learning.

Benefits

Bonus

Learning/training paid by employer

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in masonry or bricklaying.
• Must hold Bricklayer Trade Certification.
• Knowledge of construction safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and lay bricks, concrete blocks, or other masonry units.
• Estimate materials and tools required for projects.
• Construct and install prefabricated masonry units.
• Supervise apprentices and other workers.

Skills

Bricklaying

Reading blueprints

Supervision

Effective communication

Education

Other trades certificate or diploma

or equivalent experience

Tools

Power tools

Steel-toed safety boots

Hard hat

Gloves

Job description

Languages

English

Education

• Other trades certificate or diploma
• or equivalent experience

Experience

5 years or more

On the road

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

Responsibilities

• Prepare and lay bricks, concrete blocks, structural tiles or other masonry units
• Estimate materials, tools and equipment required for projects
• Lay bricks, stone or similar materials to provide veneer facing
• Construct and install prefabricated masonry units
• Read sketches and blueprints to calculate materials required
• Work at heights, on scaffolding or swing stages
• Cut and trim bricks and concrete blocks to specification using hand and power tools
• Instruct apprentices
• Supervise other workersRestore, clean or paint existing masonry structures

Credentials

• Bricklayer Trade Certification
• Bricklayer Red Seal Certificate
• First Aid Certificate
• CPR Certificate
• Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) Certificate
• Fall Arrest Protection Training Course

Security and safety

• Basic security clearance
• Criminal record check

Transportation / Travel

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

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Physically demanding
• Handling heavy loads
• Standing for extended periods
• Bending, crouching, kneeling

Own tools/equipment

• Tools
• Steel-toed safety boots
• Hard hat
• Gloves

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Client focus
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Reliability
• Team player

Financial benefits

• Bonus

Other benefits

• Learning/training paid by employer
• Other benefits