stonemason

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

Job summary

The Government of Canada is seeking a skilled Mason to work on construction projects in Toronto. The role involves working physically demanding tasks such as laying bricks and installing masonry units, with a requirement for 2 years of experience. This position offers stable employment with important financial benefits as per collective agreement.

Benefits

Financial benefits as per collective agreement

Qualifications

• Experience of 2 to 3 years in masonry work.
• Ability to operate hand and power tools.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and lay bricks, concrete blocks, and structural tiles.
• Construct and install prefabricated masonry units.
• Restore, clean or paint existing masonry structures.

Skills

Attention to detail

Reliability

Education

No degree, certificate or diploma

Job description

Overview Languages

English or French

Education

• No degree, certificate or diploma

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 setting

• Construction

Responsibilities Tasks

• 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
• Work at heights, on scaffolding or swing stages
• 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

Additional information Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Physically demanding
• Handling heavy loads
• Standing for extended periods
• Bending, crouching, kneeling

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Reliability

Benefits Financial benefits

• As per collective agreement