General Laborer

We are seeking a General Laborer, a crucial role that involves manual labor tasks and supporting operations in worksites. Your contribution will be instrumental in maintaining the efficiency and safety of our worksites.

One of the most important general labor responsibilities is collecting trash, debris, and other waste to keep the site clean and safe. You’ll also handle power tools and materials (such as saws and drills).

We’d like you to have stamina and the ability to lift heavy loads. You should be able to concentrate on performing your tasks and commit to safety rules. If you fit this description, and you’re also interested in doing tough but important work, we’d like to meet you.

*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

*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