construction labourer and helper

Markstone Landscaping; Burlington; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A landscaping company in Burlington is seeking an experienced construction worker to carry out outdoor tasks such as loading materials, erecting scaffolding, and handling heavy loads. Ideal candidates will have 2+ years of experience, be reliable, and be able to work as part of a team. The role is physically demanding and requires a strong work ethic.

Benefits

Dental plan

Health care plan

Qualifications

• 2 years to less than 3 years experience in a related field.
• Ability to handle heavy loads (up to 23 kg).
• Experience with outdoor work and physically demanding tasks.

Responsibilities

• Load, unload and transport construction materials.
• Erect and dismantle concrete forms and barricades.
• Mix, pour and spread materials such as concrete and asphalt.
• Pave and rake asphalt.
• Tend to machinery used in construction.

Skills

Reliability

Team player

Education

No degree, certificate or diploma

Tools

Mortar and concrete mixers

Pumpcrete

Grouting machine

Jackhammers

Drills

Sledgehammer

Job description

Overview

Languages: English

Education: No degree, certificate or diploma

Experience: 2 years to less than 3 years

Work arrangement: On site (work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.)

Employer note: Green job – Help. Green jobs contribute to environmental preservation, conservation, and restoration. This information was provided by the employer; it was not verified by Job Bank. The employer stated that this position is a green job, because it involves tasks and responsibilities contributing to positive environmental outcomes and helping Canada achieve its net-zero target.

Work site environment:

• Outdoors
• Dusty

Work setting:

• Various locations

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
• Level earth to fine grade specifications
• Pave and rake asphalt
• Clean and pile salvaged materials
• Remove rubble and other debris at construction sites
• Tend or feed machines or equipment used in construction

Experience and specialization

Equipment and machinery experience

• Mortar and concrete mixers
• Pumpcrete
• Grouting machine
• Jackhammers
• Drills
• Sledgehammer

Construction specialization

• Driveways
• Residential
• Sidewalks and curbs

Additional information

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Physically demanding
• Handling heavy loads

Weight handling

• Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Personal suitability

• Reliability
• Team player

Benefits

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Health care plan