construction labourer

Education:

No degree, certificate or diploma.

Work site environment:

• Outdoors.
• At heights.
• Noisy.
• Dusty.
• Work setting: 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.
• Clean and pile salvaged materials.
• Perform routine maintenance work.
• Remove rubble and other debris at construction sites.
• Tend or feed machines or equipment used in construction.
• Direct traffic at or near construction sites.

Security and safety:

Criminal record check.

Work conditions and physical capabilities:

Physically demanding. Handling heavy loads. Weight handling: Up to 45 kg (100 lbs).

Experience:

1 year to less than 2 years.

Employment terms options:

• Day.
• Weekend.
• Overtime available.

Financial benefits:

As per collective agreement.

Support for persons with disabilities:

Provides auditory accessibility accommodations (for example: transcription software, teletypewriters, etc.). Applies accessible and inclusive recruitment policies that accommodate persons with disabilities .

Support for newcomers and refugees:

Offers mentorship programs that pair newcomers and/or refugees with experienced employees .

Support for youths:

Offers on-the-job training tailored to youth.

Support for Indigenous people:

Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports Indigenous people. Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for Indigenous workers . Develops and maintains relationships with indigenous communities, indigenous-owned businesses and organizations .

Support for mature workers:

Offers phased retirement options that allow mature workers to gradually reduce their workload (for example: flexible or reduced work hours, part time employment, project-based or seasonal work, etc.) . Offers phased re-entry options for mature workers who are returning to work after retiring (for example: gradually increasing hours and responsibilities) . Provides workspace accommodations, such as age-appropriate ergonomic considerations, to meet the physical needs of mature workers (for example: adjustable desks and chairs, accessible parking, etc.) .

Supports for visible minorities:

Applies hiring policies that discourage discrimination against members of visible minorities (for example: anonymizing the hiring process, etc.).