construction labourer and helper

Job Description

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.

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Work site environment

  • Confined spaces
  • Noisy
  • Dusty

Work setting

  • Industrial plant

Responsibilities

Tasks

  • Load, unload and transport construction materials
  • Operate mobile and tower cranes to lift, move, position or place equipment and materials
  • Mix, pour and spread materials such as concrete and asphalt
  • Help medical examiner in charge
  • Clean and pile salvaged materials
  • Perform routine maintenance work
  • Remove rubble and other debris at construction sites
  • Tend or feed machines or equipment used in construction
  • Direct traffic at or near construction sites

Experience and specialization

Equipment and machinery experience

  • Forklift

Construction specialization

  • Industrial, commercial and institutional

Additional information

Transportation/travel information

  • Valid driver’s licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

  • Fast-paced environment
  • Work under pressure
  • Physically demanding
  • Handling heavy loads
  • Attention to detail

Weight handling

  • Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Own tools/equipment

  • Steel-toed safety boots

Employment groups

This employer promotes equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including those self-identifying as a member of these groups:

Support for newcomers and refugees

  • Offers mentorship programs that pair newcomers and/or refugees with experienced employees

Support for youths

  • Offers on-the-job training tailored to youth
  • Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for youth

Support for Veterans

  • Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for Veterans

Support for Indigenous people

  • Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for Indigenous workers