carpenter helper

Government of Canada; Sidney; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A governmental organization in Sidney, British Columbia is seeking construction laborers for various tasks on job sites. Responsibilities include unloading materials, erecting scaffolding, and assisting with manual construction duties. The role requires dependability and effective teamwork within a physically demanding work environment. While no formal education is necessary, candidates must be prepared for outdoor conditions and must own personal safety equipment. The position offers comprehensive health and financial benefits.

Benefits

Dental plan

Disability benefits

Health care plan

Vision care benefits

Group insurance benefits

Qualifications

• Physically demanding work environment requiring manual dexterity and handling of heavy loads.
• Must be able to work in various outdoor settings, including at heights and in confined spaces.
• Dependability and teamwork are essential for success in this role.

Responsibilities

• Load, unload and transport construction materials.
• Erect and dismantle concrete forms and scaffolding.
• Mix, pour and spread concrete and asphalt.
• Assist in various construction tasks including drilling, blasting, and framing.
• Clean and pile salvaged materials and remove debris.

Skills

Dependability

Efficient interpersonal skills

Flexibility

Reliability

Team player

Education

No degree, certificate or diploma

Tools

Circular saws

Mortar and concrete mixers

Grinding machine

Air guns

Nail guns

Drills

Hand tools

Job description

Overview

Languages

English

Education

• No degree, certificate or diploma

Experience

Will train

On site

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

Work site environment

• Outdoors
• At heights
• Underground
• Confined spaces
• Noisy
• Dangerous
• Dusty
• Cold/refrigerated
• Hot

Work setting

• Various locations
• Construction site

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
• Help medical examiner in charge
• Assist in aligning pipes during pipeline construction
• Assist in drilling and blasting rock on construction sites
• Assist in framing houses, erecting walls and building roofs
• Level earth to fine grade specifications
• Pave and rake asphalt
• Assist in demolishing buildings
• 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

Experience and specialization

Equipment and machinery experience

• Circular saws
• Mortar and concrete mixers
• Grinding machine
• Air guns
• Nail guns
• Drills
• Hand tools

Construction specialization

• Driveways
• Industrial, commercial and institutional
• Pipelines
• Residential
• Roads and bridges
• Sidewalks and curbs
• Underground and tunnel work
• Water mains
• Poured concrete

Additional information

Transportation/travel information

• Public transportation is available

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Physically demanding
• Tight deadlines
• Manual dexterity
• Repetitive tasks
• Handling heavy loads

Weight handling

• Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Own tools/equipment

• Tools
• Steel-toed safety boots
• Hard hat
• Safety glasses/goggles
• Safety vest

Personal suitability

• Dependability
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Flexibility
• Reliability
• Team player

Benefits

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• Group insurance benefits