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Construction labourer and helper

Overview

Languages

English

Education

  • No degree, certificate or diploma

Experience

1 to less than 7 months

Work setting

  • Construction site

Responsibilities

Tasks

  • Load, unload and transport construction materials
  • Mix, pour and spread materials such as concrete and asphalt
  • Assist in framing houses, erecting walls and building roofs
  • Assist in demolishing buildings
  • Clean and pile salvaged materials
  • Clean up chemical spills and other contaminants
  • Remove rubble and other debris at construction sites
  • Direct traffic at or near construction sites

Additional information

Work conditions and physical capabilities

  • Fast-paced environment
  • Work under pressure
  • Physically demanding
  • Repetitive tasks
  • Handling heavy loads

Personal suitability

  • Accurate
  • Client focus
  • Dependability
  • Flexibility
  • Team player
  • Hardworking