Construction and Asbestos Worker

MCG Careers; Calgary; On-site; CAD 33,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Visual Construction Inc. seeks a Construction and Asbestos Worker for Calgary, Alberta, with duties spanning carpentry, renovation, demolition, concrete work and site containment. You will support measurements, material preparation, and safe handling of asbestos-related tasks.

The role is permanent, full-time with 40 hours weekly across day/morning/weekend shifts. A basic English level and at least 1 year of related experience are required; PPE and safety procedures are provided and strictly

Qualifications

• Basic English required; 1 year of related experience preferred.
• Outdoor/indoor construction roles; rural, urban, remote sites.
• Work involves demolition, renovation, asbestos and lead-containing materials.

Responsibilities

• Measure, cut, assemble wood and materials using hand/power tools.
• Assist carpenters with framing, walls, roofs, doors and trim.
• Assist with renovation, demolition and concrete/asphalt tasks.
• Set up and maintain negative-pressure containment enclosures for abatement.

Skills

Basic English

Physical stamina

Tools

Concrete saws

Grinders

Air guns

Jackhammers

Drills

Chippers

Air compressors

Hoses

Nail gun

Power generator

Roofing guns

Hammer drill

Job description

Construction and Asbestos Worker

Employer: Visual Construction Inc.
Business Address: 6 – 3601 19 St NE, Calgary, Alberta, T2E 6S8, Canada
Job Locations: Various locations in Calgary and surrounding areas. The employer provides transportation from the office to worksites and pays for travel expenses when the job is outside the city.
Wage: $28/hour (salary increases based on company policy)
Employment terms and conditions: Permanent, Full-Time, 40 hours/week (Day, Morning, Weekend)
Vacancies: 2
Anticipated start date: As soon as possible

Job requirements:

Language: Basic English
Experience: 1 year of related experience
Work Setting: Rural, Urban, Remote areas, construction sites, Factory or plant
Area of specialization: Residential, Industrial commercial and institutional, Renovation, Rehabilitation
Work Site Environment: Outdoors, Noisy, Dusty, At heights, Dangerous
Work conditions and physical capabilities: Physically demanding, attention to detail, repetitive tasks, manual dexterity, handling heavy loads (up to 23 kg / 50 lbs), and standing for extended periods, Fast-paced environment, Tight deadlines
Personal suitability: Efficient interpersonal skills, Flexibility, Reliability, Team player, Dependability, Accurate, Hardworking
Equipment and machinery: Concrete saws, Grinding machines, Air gun, Jackhammers, Drills, Chippers, Air compressors, Hoses, Nail gun, Power generator, Roofing guns, Hammer drill
Own tools/equipment: Steel-toed safety boots, gloves, hard hat, vest, basic tools (Hammer, tool belt, drill, tape measure, speed square, chalk line, carpenter pencil, cat’s paw, cutter)
Security and safety: Must follow company and worksite health and safety procedures and use required personal protective equipment; the company provides specialized PPE for asbestos work.

Duties:

• Help measure, cut, assemble, and prepare wood and other materials, using hand and power tools safely as directed.
• Help carpenters with framing, walls, roofs, and installing doors, windows, trim, and siding.
• Help with renovation and demolition.
• Mix, pour, and spread concrete and asphalt. Level earth to fine grade specifications.
• Move materials, tools, and equipment to work areas.
• Help build and maintain negative-pressure containment enclosures (lumber framing, poly sheeting, airlocks).
• Erect, inspect, and dismantle decontamination chambers, waste chutes, and barricades.
• Stage abatement supplies and PPE at the clean/dirty boundaries.
• Remove lead-based paint by scraping, stripping, chemical treatment, or wet-sanding, using strict dust controls.
• Bag, seal, double-wrap, and label asbestos and lead waste in approved containers to meet regulations.
• Clean work areas, remove debris, and decontaminate tools, equipment, corridors, and surfaces by washdown, wet-wiping, and HEPA vacuuming. Prepare containments for visual inspection and air clearance testing.
• Set up, operate, and maintain HEPA negative air machines and HEPA vacuums, including filter changes.
• Use, clean, and inspect required PPE, including P100 full-face and half-face respirators and disposable suits.

Youth, Veterans of the Canadian Armed Forces, Visible minorities, Indigenous people and Newcomers to Canada are welcome to apply.