construction labourer and helper

MTW Employment Services; Canada; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Mason to join their team in a dynamic construction environment. This role involves working on various projects, including historical restoration and commercial construction. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in masonry, experience with safety protocols, and the ability to work under pressure. If you are a reliable team player with a passion for construction and craftsmanship, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a forward-thinking company that values safety and quality in every project.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in masonry and construction.
• Certifications in safety and hazardous materials handling.

Responsibilities

• Load, unload, and transport construction materials.
• Construct and install prefabricated masonry units.

Skills

Masonry Skills

Construction Safety

Teamwork

Physical Stamina

Education

WHMIS Certificate

Fall Arrest Protection Training

Occupational Health and Safety Certificate

Tools

Hand Tools

Power Tools

Steel-toed Safety Boots

Job description

• Experience: 3 years to less than 5 years

Work setting

• Rural area
• Institutional
• Historical restoration
• Construction
• Commercial

Tasks

• Load, unload and transport construction materials
• Erect and dismantle concrete forms, scaffolding, ramps, catwalks shoring and barricades
• Clean and pile salvaged materials
• Work at heights, on scaffolding or swing stages
• Prepare and lay bricks, concrete blocks, structural tiles or other masonry units
• Lay bricks, stone or similar materials to provide veneer facing
• Construct and install prefabricated masonry units
• Cut and trim bricks and concrete blocks to specification using hand and power tools
• Lay bricks or other masonry units to build residential or commercial chimneys and fireplaces
• Restore, clean or paint existing masonry structures

Certificates, licenses, memberships, and courses

• Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) Certificate
• Fall Arrest Protection Training Course
• Working at heights training
• Occupational Health and Safety Certificate
• Industrial, commercial and institutional

Transportation/travel information

• Own vehicle
• Valid driver’s license

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Work under pressure
• Physically demanding
• Handling heavy loads
• Hand-eye co-ordination
• Standing for extended periods
• Bending, crouching, kneeling

Own tools/equipment

• Tools
• Steel-toed safety boots
• Gloves
• Safety vest

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Reliability
• Team player
• Are you currently a student?
• Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?
• Do you currently reside in proximity to the advertised location?