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Construction helper

Overview

Languages

English

Education

  • No degree, certificate or diploma

Experience

1 to less than 7 months

Work setting

  • Various locations
  • Construction site

Responsibilities

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
  • Assist in framing houses, erecting walls and building roofs
  • Level earth to fine grade specifications
  • Assist in demolishing buildings
  • Clean and pile salvaged materials
  • Perform routine maintenance work
  • Clean up chemical spills and other contaminants
  • Remove rubble and other debris at construction sites
  • Tend or feed machines or equipment used in construction
  • Direct traffic at or near construction sites
  • Clean and maintain equipment
  • Assist skilled tradespersons
  • Assist equipment operators to secure attachments to equipment or truck

Additional information

Work conditions and physical capabilities

  • Physically demanding

Personal suitability

  • Reliability
  • Team player
  • Hardworking