Construction Labourer

On the road

Work locations may vary. Frequent or constant travel is required from the employee.

Green job

The employer stated that this position is a green job, because it involves tasks and responsibilities contributing to positive environmental outcomes and helping Canada achieve its net-zero target.

Work site environment

• Outdoors
• At heights
• Noisy

Work setting

• Urban area
• Rural area
• Construction site

• Load, unload and transport construction materials
• Erect and dismantle concrete forms, scaffolding, ramps, catwalks shoring and barricades
• Assist in framing houses, erecting walls and building roofs
• Utilize hand and power tools
• Measure lumber to ensure specified thickness, length and width
• Install door, window and other hardware
• Measure, cut, shape, assemble and join materials made of wood, wood substitutes, lightweight steel and other materials
• Install exterior prefabricated products

Equipment and machinery experience

• Reciprocating saws
• Air compressors
• Nail guns
• Drills

Construction specialization

• Industrial, commercial and institutional
• Residential
• Roofing

Weight handling

• Up to 9 kg (20 lbs)
• Up to 13.5 kg (30 lbs)
• Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)
• Up to 45 kg (100 lbs)

Employment groups

This employer promotes equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including those self-identifying as a member of these groups:

Support for youths

• Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for youth

Support for Indigenous people

• Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for Indigenous workers
• Develops and maintains relationships with indigenous communities, indigenous-owned businesses and organizations