Construction Labourer

Job Description:

JOB SUMMARY
The position of Construction laborer is responsible for assisting in the on-site installation and repair of aluminum window frames in commercial, industrial, and institutional settings. As a member of our team, you will provide high-quality customer service to our clients throughout Prince Edward Island. The candidate will perform new installations, preventative maintenance and service.

JOB DUTIES

• Assist the site supervisor in readying the construction site each day for the current project by preparing materials, tools, and equipment.
• Apply new project instructions for each job and make adjustments as directed by the site supervisor.
• Wear clean safety equipment, such as ear plugs/muffs, safety glasses, gloves, helmets, and boots that are in good repair.
• Comply with health and safety regulations when operating equipment or walking on the job site even when not on active duty.
• Maintain a brisk and productive pace of activities to complete all assigned tasks within time constraints.
• Assist the shop manager in duties such as keeping the shop area clean, organizing materials and inventory.
• Leave construction sites and equipment and tools clean, organized, and stored in an orderly fashion after each use.
• Provide assistance to other team members on various tasks if your duties are completed ahead of schedule.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience in working with glass an asset.
• Experience of operating equipment preferred.
• Very familiar with hand tools such as power drills, hammers, and saws
• Physically fit with an ability to lift up to 80lbs/100lbs with standing endurance.
• An ability to perform repetitive actions using your hands, arms, wrists, fingers, legs, or other body parts.
• Commitment to wearing protective safety gear for heat, noise, and prevention of injury on the job site.
• Desire to work long shifts, usually up to 10 hours, during the day.
• Good English oral comprehension skills to follow verbal instructions and respond to questions about job tasks.
• Steady hands and ability to balance well even on scaffolding.
• General knowledge of construction operations and procedures preferred but not required.
• Ability to work well with a team of subcontractors and a supervisor.
• High school diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (G.E.D.) preferred, but not required.

CERTIFICATES CONSIDERED AN ASSET

• Standard First Aid
• Fall Protection
• Telehandler operation ticket (in person course)
• Forklift Operator Safety Course

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