- Work Term: Permanent
- Work Language: English
- Hours: 80 hours bi-weekly
- Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
- Experience: 5 years or more
- or equivalent experience
Work site environment
OutdoorsAt heightsUndergroundConfined spacesNoisyDangerousDustyCold/refrigeratedHot
Work setting
Urban areaRemote locationVarious locationsHigh-rise building construction sitesRural areaRelocation costs not covered by employerConstruction site
Tasks
Load, unload and transport construction materialsErect and dismantle concrete forms, scaffolding, ramps, catwalks shoring and barricadesMix, pour and spread materials such as concrete and asphaltHelp medical examiner in chargeAssist in framing houses, erecting walls and building roofsLevel earth to fine grade specificationsAssist in demolishing buildingsClean and pile salvaged materialsPerform routine maintenance workRemove rubble and other debris at construction sitesTend or feed machines or equipment used in constructionDirect traffic at or near construction sites
Equipment and machinery experience
BobcatsConcrete vibratorsBushing gunsReciprocating sawsCircular sawsConcrete sawsGrinding machineJackhammersAir compressorsAir gunsNail gunsDrillsAugersTrampers (Jumping Jack)TorchesChain sawCompactorForkliftSledgehammerHand tools
Construction specialization
Industrial, commercial and institutionalResidential
Transportation/travel information
Own transportationOwn vehicleWilling to travelWilling to travel regularlyValid driver's licence
Work conditions and physical capabilities
Fast-paced environmentWork under pressurePhysically demandingTight deadlinesManual dexterityRepetitive tasksHandling heavy loadsAttention to detailHand-eye co-ordination
Weight handling
More than 45 kg (100 lbs)
Own tools/equipment
ToolsSteel-toed safety bootsHard hatSafety glasses/gogglesGlovesCellular phoneEar plugsSafety vest
Personal suitability
AccurateDependabilityEfficient interpersonal skillsExcellent oral communicationFlexibilityReliabilityTeam playerHardworking
Screening questions
Are you available for the advertised start date?Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?Are you willing to relocate for this position?Do you currently reside in proximity to the advertised location?Do you have previous experience in this field of employment?Do you have the above-indicated required certifications?What is the highest level of study you have completed?What is your current level of study?
