construction worker
Education:
Secondary (high) school graduation certificate.
Work site environment:
Noisy. Dusty.
Work setting:
Residential construction. Construction.
Tasks:
- Load, unload and transport construction materials.
- Perform pre-operational inspection.
- Read blueprints to determine work requirements .
- Assist in framing houses, erecting walls and building roofs.
- Perform routine maintenance work.
- Tend or feed machines or equipment used in construction.
Equipment and machinery experience:
- Reciprocating saws.
- Air compressors.
- Air guns.
- Nail guns.
- Drills.
- Forklift.
- Hand tools.
- Safety equipment.
Security and safety:
Criminal record check.
Work conditions and physical capabilities:
Fast-paced environment. Physically demanding. Manual dexterity. Handling heavy loads. Attention to detail. Hand-eye co-ordination.
Weight handling:
Up to 23 kg (50 lbs).
Own tools/equipment:
Steel-toed safety boots.
Personal suitability:
- Accurate.
- Dependability.
- Excellent oral communication.
- Flexibility.
- Reliability.
- Team player.
- Hardworking.
Screening questions:
- Are you available to start on the date listed in the job posting?.
- Are you currently a student?.
- Do you have experience working in this field?.
- Do you meet the language requirements listed in the job posting for the position (English or French)?.
Experience:
Experience an asset.
Employment terms options:
Day.
Health benefits:
- Dental plan.
- Health care plan.
- Vision care benefits.
Other benefits:
- Learning/training paid by employer.
- Paid time off (volunteering or personal days).
Support for newcomers and refugees:
Does not require Canadian work experience.
Support for youths:
Offers on-the-job training tailored to youth.