- Work Term: Permanent
- Work Language: English
- Hours: 40 hours per week
- Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
- Experience: 1 year to less than 2 years
Work site environment
DustyDangerousHotNoisyOutdoors
Work setting
CommercialIndustrialResidentialVarious locationsConstruction site
Tasks
Check formwork, granular base and steel reinforcement materialsDirect placement of concrete into forms or onto surfaces according to gradeFill hollows and remove spots on freshly poured cementOperate power vibrators to compact concreteLevel top surface concrete according to grade and depth specificationImpart desired finish to concrete surfaces using hand and power toolsInstruct apprenticesInstall anchor bolts, steel plates, door sills and other fixturesApply hardening and sealing components to cure surfacesWaterproof, damp proof and restore surfacesRepair, resurface and replace worn or damaged sections of concrete structuresRead and interpret blueprints, maps, drawings and specifications
Type of materials
Colours and sealersHardners and epoxiesLight weight concreteMastic flooringReinforcing membrane and protective covering
Work conditions and physical capabilities
Physically demandingHandling heavy loadsAttention to detailStanding for extended periods
Personal suitability
AccurateExcellent oral communicationFlexibilityTeam playerDependability
Screening questions
Are you authorized to work in Canada?Do you have experience working in this field?
Support for newcomers and refugees
Provides diversity and cross-cultural trainings to create a welcoming work environment for newcomers and/or refugees
Support for youths
Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for youthProvides awareness training to employees to create a welcoming work environment for youth
Support for Indigenous people
Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for Indigenous workers
Supports for visible minorities
Provides diversity and cross-cultural training to create a welcoming work environment for members of visible minorities
