Construction Labourer Job

Job Title: Construction Labourer(NOC: 75110)
Job Type: Full Time, Permanent
Language: English
Positions Available: 1
Business Address: Hammonds Plains, NS
Work Location: Hammonds Plains, NS and various construction sites within the Halifax Regional Municipality
Start Date: As soon as possible
Salary: hourly wage of $21, work 35 hours per week,52 weeks a year
Annual: $38,220

Job duties:
-Load, unload and transport construction materials, tools and equipment to designated work areas at residential and commercial construction sites.
-Prepare construction sites by clearing work areas, removing debris and waste materials, and organizing tools and building materials for renovation, remodeling and new construction projects.
-Assist carpenters and other skilled tradespersons with the construction, renovation and installation of interior structures, decks, fences, walls and other building components.
-Assist with measuring, cutting, positioning and handling lumber, drywall, insulation and other construction materials under the direction of skilled tradespersons.
-Erect and dismantle temporary structures such as scaffolding, ramps, barricades and basic concrete forms as required for construction and renovation work.
-Mix, pour, spread and move construction materials such as concrete, cement and gravel, and assist with basic foundation, walkway and exterior construction work.
-Perform basic demolition work during renovation projects using hand and power tools, and sort, remove and dispose of demolished materials and construction debris.
-Level and prepare ground and work surfaces using shovels, rakes and other hand tools for exterior construction, deck, fence and landscaping-related projects.
-Operate and maintain basic construction tools and equipment, such as drills, saws, compactors, mixers and other hand or power tools, as directed by supervisors or skilled tradespersons.
-Maintain clean and safe construction sites by following workplace safety procedures, properly storing materials and equipment, and performing other construction-related labouring duties as assigned.

Recruiting Requirements
Education:
-No degree, certificate or diploma required.
Experience:
-Previous experience in construction, renovation or general labour is an asset.
-On-the-job training will be provided.
Skills:
-Can perform physically demanding work, including lifting, carrying, bending, standing and working for extended periods.
-Ability to work in confined spaces and demonstrate safety awareness at different construction sites.
-Willingness to travel to various construction sites within the local area as required.
-Can lift and handle construction materials and equipment weighing up to 50 lbs.
-Can work in outdoor weather and unregulated temperatures for 6-8 hours/day.
-Reliable, punctual and able to work effectively as part of a construction team.
-Ability to follow instructions and workplace health and safety procedures.
-Comfortable working at heights and on scaffolding, where required.
-Ability to work in fast-paced construction environment.
-Ability to use basic hand and power tools safely.
-Willingness to perform repetitive physical work.
-Knowledge in carpentry would be an asset.

How to apply:
Please email your cover letter and resume to [email protected]. No phone call, please. We thank all those who apply, but only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

J.C Atlantic Construction is seeking a Construction Labourer to join our expanding team of professionals.  We are enthusiastic about finding the right person interested in working in our high-performance core values driven culture.