Construction labourer

Responsibilities

• Load, unload and transport construction materials
• Erect and dismantle concrete forms, scaffolding, ramps, catwalks shoring and barricades
• Mix, pour and spread materials
• Assist in aligning pipes during pipeline construction
• Level earth to fine grade specifications
• Assist in demolishing buildings
• Clean and pile salvaged materials
• Remove rubble and other debris at construction sites
• Tend or feed machines or equipment used in construction
• Direct traffic at or near construction sites

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Driver’s License (Class 1 or A)

Experience and specialization

Equipment and machinery experience

• Bobcats
• Concrete vibrators
• Concrete saws
• Grinding machine
• Jackhammers
• Air guns
• Drills
• Trampers (Jumping Jack)
• Small front end loaders
• Chain saw
• Compactor
• Sledgehammer

Construction specialization

• Driveways
• Industrial, commercial and institutional
• Residential
• Sidewalks and curbs
• Water mains

Area of specialization

• Landscape construction
• Construction

Transportation/travel information

• Own transportation
• Willing to travel
• Valid driver’s licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Repetitive tasks
• Handling heavy loads
• Physically demanding
• Manual dexterity

Weight handling

• Up to 45 kg (100 lbs)

Own tools/equipment

• Steel-toed safety boots
• Safety glasses/goggles
• Cellular phone

Personal suitability

• Client focus
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Flexibility
• Reliability
• Team player

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Health care plan

Long term benefits

• Group insurance benefits

Languages

English

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
• or equivalent experience

Experience

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