general construction labourer

Overview

Languages: English

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

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.

Work site environment

• Outdoors

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Assist in framing houses, erecting walls and building roofs
• Assist in demolishing buildings
• Remove rubble and other debris at construction sites

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses:

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

Experience and specialization

Equipment and machinery experience

• Reciprocating saws
• Circular saws
• Chippers
• Jackhammers
• Air compressors
• Air guns
• Nail guns
• Drills
• Small front end loaders
• Sledgehammer

Construction specialization

• Residential

Additional information

Security and safety

• Criminal record check
• Driving record check (abstract)

Transportation/travel information

• Own vehicle
• Valid driver's licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

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

Weight handling

• Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Own tools/equipment

• Tools
• Steel-toed safety boots
• Hard hat
• Safety glasses/goggles
• Gloves
• Cellular phone
• Ear plugs
• Safety vest

Personal suitability

• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Flexibility
• Reliability
• Team player

Benefits

Health benefits

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

Financial benefits

• Bonus
• Life insurance

Other benefits

• Other benefits