Construction Labourer And Helper

Work site environment

• Outdoors
• At heights
• Noisy
• Dusty

Work setting

• Urban area
• Construction site

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Read blueprints to determine work requirements
• 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
• Level earth to fine grade specifications
• Perform routine maintenance work
• Remove rubble and other debris at construction sites

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses 

• Construction Safety Training Systems (CSTS) Certificate
• Driver's License (Class 3 or D)
• First Aid Certificate
• Working at heights training

Experience and specialization

Equipment and machinery experience

• Bobcats
• Concrete vibrators
• Circular saws
• Chippers
• Jackhammers
• Air compressors
• Air guns
• Nail guns
• Drills
• Augers
• Trampers (Jumping Jack)
• Torches
• Chain saw
• Compactor
• Hand tools

Construction specialization

• Residential
• Irrigation and drainage
• Roofing

Additional information

Security and safety

• Driving record check (abstract)

Transportation/travel information

• Own transportation
• Own vehicle
• Valid driver's licence

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
• Hand-eye co-ordination

Weight handling

• Up to 45 kg (100 lbs)

Own tools/equipment

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

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Client focus
• Dependability
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Flexibility
• Reliability
• Team player
• Hardworking