Construction Labourer

Original job posting

Load, transport, and handle construction materials; erect and dismantle forms and scaffolding; mix and spread concrete or asphalt; and perform grading, paving, and site cleanup. Operate construction equipment, direct traffic near work sites, and instruct apprentices.

Job details

Overview Languages English Education No degree, certificate or diploma Experience 5 years or more On the road Work locations may vary. Frequent or constant travel is required from the employee. Work site environment Outdoors Dusty Work setting Various locations Responsibilities Tasks Load, unload and transport construction materials Clean and lubricate cranes Erect and dismantle concrete forms, scaffolding, ramps, catwalks shoring and barricades Instruct apprentices Mix, pour and spread materials such as concrete and asphalt Help medical examiner in charge Level earth to fine grade specifications Pave and rake asphalt 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 Experience and specialization Equipment and machinery experience Bobcats Drills Small front end loaders Construction specialization Driveways Industrial, commercial and institutional Roads and bridges Poured concrete Additional information Transportation/travel information Willing to travel Work conditions and physical capabilities Fast-paced environment Physically demanding Manual dexterity Repetitive tasks Handling heavy loads Weight handling Up to 13.5 kg (30 lbs) Up to 23 kg (50 lbs) Own tools/equipment Steel-toed safety boots Personal suitability Team player Benefits Health benefits Dental plan Disability benefits Health care plan Vision care benefits Financial benefits Life insurance Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) Other Benefits Other benefits 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 Supports social and labour market integration of newcomers and/or refugees (for example: facilitating access to community resources, language training, skills training, etc.) Support for mature workers Provides staff with awareness training to create a welcoming work environment for mature workers

What you’ll do

Load, transport, and handle construction materials; erect and dismantle forms and scaffolding; mix and spread concrete or asphalt; and perform grading, paving, and site cleanup. Operate construction equipment, direct traffic near work sites, and instruct apprentices.

Requirements

The role requires at least five years of experience, English, and no formal degree, certificate, or diploma. Candidates must be willing to travel frequently, work outdoors in dusty and physically demanding conditions, handle loads up to 23 kg (50 lbs), and have steel-toed safety boots.

Benefits

• Dental Plan
• Disability Benefits
• Health Care Plan
• Vision Care Benefits
• Life Insurance
• Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)
• Other Benefits

Listed skills

• Teamwork · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Loading And Transporting Construction Materials
• Cleaning And Lubricating Cranes
• Erecting And Dismantling Concrete Forms And Scaffolding
• Instructing Apprentices
• Mixing And Spreading Concrete And Asphalt
• Grading Earth
• Paving And Raking Asphalt
• Removing Construction Debris
• Operating Construction Equipment
• Directing Traffic
• Bobcat Operation
• Drill Operation
• Small Front-End Loader Operation
• Teamwork

Job areas

• Construction
• Trades
• Transportation