general construction labourer

Work site environment

• Outdoors
• Noisy
• Dusty
• Hot

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Load, unload and transport construction materials
• Perform pre-operational inspection
• Level earth to fine grade specifications
• Perform routine maintenance work

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses 

• Personal protective equipment (PPE) training
• Construction Safety Training Systems (CSTS) Certificate
• Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) Certificate
• Driver's License (Class 1 or A)

Experience and specialization

Construction specialization

• Industrial, commercial and institutional
• Residential

Additional information

Transportation/travel information

• Own transportation
• Own vehicle
• Valid driver's licence
• Travel expenses paid by employer
• Public transportation is not available

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Work under pressure
• Physically demanding
• Tight deadlines
• Manual dexterity
• Repetitive tasks
• Handling heavy loads
• Attention to detail
• Hand-eye co-ordination
• Sitting

Weight handling

• Up to 45 kg (100 lbs)

Own tools/equipment

• Steel-toed safety boots
• Safety glasses/goggles
• Gloves
• Cellular phone
• Safety vest
• Rain gear

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Dependability
• Excellent oral communication
• Flexibility
• Reliability
• Team player
• Hardworking

Benefits

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Health care plan
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• Group insurance benefits
• Life insurance

Other benefits

• Learning/training paid by employer
• Other benefits
• Team building opportunities