Construction Labourer - Beamsville, Canada - LandArt

LandArt

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Beamsville, Canada

1 week ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

We offer career opportunities that will provide year-round employment, complete with health care benefits and a pension plan, as well as professional development possibilities, including apprenticeships in horticultural technician and stone masonry.

We are seeking a hard-working individual with a commitment to customer service to join our close-knit team of professionals as a
Construction Labourer this upcoming season

Summary:

The Construction Labourer is responsible for performing a variety of work tasks (generally physical labour) in order to assist with the completion of landscape construction projects.

The landscape labourer will be required to operate a variety of tools and equipment to carry out specified job tasks.

Typical Hours: 7:00 AM - 5 PM Weekdays, increased/decreased as needed

Reports to:
̈Crew Foreperson

Compensation:
$20 to $22/hr, depending on experience

Health care benefits
Pension plan

Core Capabilities:

Customer and quality focus
Effective communication skills (both verbal and written)
Team work
Excellent problemsolving abilities
Responsibility and dependability
Ethics and integrity

Job Duties:

Assist in the preparation of jobsites prior to the beginning of a project
Operate various tools and equipment, including: chainsaws, jackhammers, laser levels, measurement equipment, shovels, hammers, drills, etc.
Mix, pour, and spread concrete
Assist in the construction of walkways, fences, decks, posts, etc.
Perform preventative maintenance on tools and equipment by conducting inspections, lubricating, and cleaning on a daily basis
Dig ditches or trenches
Perform land clearing activities
Plant and maintain garden beds and lawns
Load and unload materials, tools, and equipment required to complete landscape construction projects
Transport materials using shovels, wheelbarrows, carts, dollies, and hand lifting/carrying
Assist foreperson with jobrelated tasks
Read and interpret blueprints, structural drawings, and specifications to perform work activities
Wear appropriate personal protective equipment at all times
Comply with all company policies and regulations
Work in accordance with all local health and safety laws and regulations

Requirements:

High School Diploma, GED or equivalent
Capable of operating required equipment and tools in a safe and responsible manner
Effective communication skills (both verbal and written)
Time management skills
Ability to read and interpret blueprints and specifications
Knowledge of specific materials, methods, tools and equipment required to complete various landscape/construction practices
Ability to work both independently with little supervision, and as part of a team
Ability to walk, stand, crouch for long periods of time and carry out strenuous physical tasks

Work Conditions:

Ability to work with hand tools, power tools, small engine equipment, and materials
Ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs. repeatedly through an entire work shift
Ability to work in a fastpaced environment
Requires good manual dexterity
Excellent stamina is required
Work near heavy equipment and other vehicles on a regular basis
Work outdoors in various conditions including heat and humidity, rain, dust, noise, and cold
Must be able to work flexible hours including occasional Saturday work

Salary:
$20.00-$22.00 per hour

Benefits: