construction trades helper
Education:
No degree, certificate or diploma.
Work site environment:
- Outdoors.
- At heights.
- Noisy.
- Dusty.
- Hot.
Work setting:
- Various locations.
- Construction site.
Tasks:
- Load, unload and transport construction materials.
- Erect and dismantle concrete forms, scaffolding, ramps, catwalks shoring and barricades.
- Mix, pour and spread materials such as concrete and asphalt.
- Assist in framing houses, erecting walls and building roofs.
- Clean and pile salvaged materials.
- Perform routine maintenance work.
- Clean up chemical spills and other contaminants.
- Remove rubble and other debris at construction sites.
- Tend or feed machines or equipment used in construction.
- Direct traffic at or near construction sites.
Transportation/travel information:
Own transportation.
Work conditions and physical capabilities:
- Fast-paced environment.
- Work under pressure.
- Physically demanding.
- Tight deadlines.
- Manual dexterity.
- Repetitive tasks.
- Handling heavy loads.
- Attention to detail.
Weight handling:
Up to 23 kg (50 lbs).
Own tools/equipment:
- Steel-toed safety boots.
- Hard hat.
- Safety glasses/goggles.
- Gloves.
- Ear plugs.
- Safety vest.
Personal suitability:
- Dependability.
- Reliability.
- Team player.
- Hardworking.
Screening questions:
- Are you currently a student?.
- Do you meet the language requirements listed in the job posting for the position (English or French)?.
Experience:
1 to less than 7 months.
Employment terms options:
- Evening.
- Morning.
- Day.
- Weekend.
- Overtime available.
Health benefits:
- Dental plan.
- Health care plan.
- Paramedical services coverage.
- Vision care benefits.
Financial benefits:
- Group insurance benefits.
- Life insurance.
- Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP).
Long term benefits:
Long-term care insurance.
Other benefits:
Wellness program.
Support for youths:
- Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports youth employment.
- Offers on-the-job training tailored to youth.
- Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for youth.
- Provides awareness training to employees to create a welcoming work environment for youth.