General Laborer

General laborers take up various supporting tasks in warehouses, construction sites or other settings (e.g. factories). You will have an important assisting role in constructing highways, buildings, or other structures, and may also transport materials and equipment.

Job duties include but not limited to:

· Cleaning up worksites from debris and machinery

· Helping erect scaffolding and ladders

· Handling and transporting materials (e.g. cement)

Responsibilities

· Clean up worksites from hazardous or obsolete material.

· Assist welders, carpenters, painters, or other tradespeople on-site.

· Handle and transport materials (e.g. cement) and equipment (e.g. drills and grinders)

· Use power tools and machinery (e.g. forklifts) when needed.

· Follow instructions from supervisors to perform manual labor tasks (e.g. digging, stacking up goods)

· Put up warning signs (e.g. signposts, cones) for vehicles and passersby.

· Help with setting up and transferring temporary structures (e.g. scaffolding)

· Report issues with equipment or unsafe conditions

· Collect trash, debris, and other waste to keep the site clean and safe.

Requirements and skills

· Ability to meet the physical demands of the job (standing for long periods of time, lifting heavy loads of up to 40 pounds etc.)

· Good hand-eye coordination

· Familiarity with power tools and machinery is a plus

· Communication and teamwork skills

· Commitment to safety rules

· Apprenticeship or specialization is an asset, but not necessary

Level I:

· Up to 1 year experience

· Limited knowledge of labor tasks

Level II:

· 2+ years experience

· Basic knowledge of labor tasks/work experience

Level III

· 4+ years experience

· Proficient with multiple small pieces of equipment (ex: skid steer; mini excavator; Morooka; rock truck; attachments)