construction worker

Government of Canada; Calgary; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A governmental body in Canada is seeking someone for a construction role requiring hands-on skills, including loading materials and operating tools. This job is linked to green initiatives, contributing to environmental preservation. Candidates should have relevant certifications and experience in the construction industry, with heavy lifting capabilities and reliability a must.

Benefits

Free parking available

Other benefits

Qualifications

• 2 years to less than 3 years of experience required.
• PPE training and CSTS Certificate are necessary.
• First Aid Certificate should be obtained.

Responsibilities

• Load, unload and transport construction materials.
• Measure weight to prepare for rigging and hoisting.
• Read blueprints to determine work requirements.
• Assist in demolishing buildings.
• Perform routine maintenance work.

Skills

Green economy sector knowledge

Attention to detail

Client focus

Team player

Manual dexterity

Education

College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate

Tools

Screeds

Reciprocating saws

Concrete saws

Air compressors

Drills

Job description

Overview

Languages: English

Education

• College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years
• or equivalent experience

Experience: 2 years to less than 3 years

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

Green job: 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.

Green job – Help: Green jobs contribute to environmental preservation, conservation, and restoration. Learn more about green jobs.

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The employer states 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
• At heights
• Confined spaces
• Noisy
• Dusty

Work setting

• Urban area
• Various locations
• Relocation costs not covered by employer
• Construction site

Responsibilities

• Load, unload and transport construction materials
• Measure weight to prepare for rigging and hoisting
• Perform pre-operational inspection
• Read blueprints to determine work requirements
• Erect and dismantle concrete forms, scaffolding, ramps, catwalks shoring and barricades
• Instruct apprentices
• Mix, pour and spread materials such as concrete and asphalt
• Assist in aligning pipes during pipeline construction
• Assist in framing houses, erecting walls and building roofs
• Level earth to fine grade specifications
• Assist in demolishing buildings
• Clean and pile salvaged materials
• Perform routine maintenance work
• Clean up chemical spills and other contaminants
• Remove rubble and other debris at construction sites
• Tend or feed machines or equipment used in construction
• Measure, cut, fit and install drywall sheets
• Conceptualize and design buildings and develop plans describing design specifications, building materials, costs and construction schedules

Supervision

• Drywall installers and finishers

Credentials

• Personal protective equipment (PPE) training
• Construction Safety Training Systems (CSTS) Certificate
• First Aid Certificate

Experience and specialization

• Screeds
• Reciprocating saws
• Circular saws
• Concrete saws
• Grinding machine
• Air compressors
• Air guns
• Nail guns
• Drills
• Torches
• Chain saw
• Hand tools

Surface preparation experience

• Drywall taping/patching

Construction specialization

• Residential

Specialization or experience

• Green economy sector
• Specialized environmental skills and knowledge

Security and safety

• Bondable
• Criminal record check

Transportation/travel information

• Public transportation is available

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Work under pressure
• Physically demanding
• Tight deadlines
• Manual dexterity
• Repetitive tasks
• Handling heavy loads
• Attention to detail
• Hand-eye co-ordination

Weight handling

• More than 45 kg (100 lbs)

Own tools/equipment

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

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Client focus
• Dependability
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Flexibility
• Reliability
• Team player
• Hardworking

Benefits

• Free parking available
• Other benefits