A construction worker performs duties such as loading and unlading construction material from trucks and helping with the operation of heavy equipment. The job holder performs tasks such as framing houses, building walls, demolishing buildings and cleaning up building sites.
There are no educational requirements but a high school education is beneficial when applying for such a job. Applicants are required to be proficient in reading, writing and speaking English. The type of employment available includes temporary, full time and overtime.
Experience is not essential but those who have worked in the construction industry are often looked at more favorably when making a job application. Building sites include residential, commercial and industrial sites. Applicants need to be in good physical health and need to be able to lift up to nine kilograms.
Candidates should be ready to work in a fast-paced environment and be capable of performing physically demanding activities. Salaries can be set at an hourly rate and an average salary is C
$14 per hour.