About this role
Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate. or equivalent experience. Work site environment: Outdoors. Noisy. Dusty. Work setting: Construction. Repair. Rural area. High-rise building construction sites. Construction site. Urban area. Various locations. Tasks: Prepare and lay bricks, concrete blocks, structural tiles or other masonry units. Estimate materials, tools and equipment required for projects . Lay bricks, stone or similar materials to provide veneer facing. Construct and install prefabricated masonry units. Read sketches and blueprints to calculate materials required. Work at heights, on scaffolding or swing stages. Cut and trim bricks and concrete blocks to specification using hand and power tools. Lay bricks or other masonry units to build residential or commercial chimneys and fireplaces. Lay or install firebricks to line industrial chimneys and smokestacks. Restore, clean or paint existing masonry structures. Erect and dismantle concrete forms, scaffolding, ramps, catwalks shoring and barricades. Ensure construction plans meet guidelines and specifications of building codes and other regulations. Ensure adherence to safety regulations. Mix, apply and spread mortar, cement, mastic, glue or other adhesives using hand trowel. Work conditions and physical capabilities: Physically demanding. Handling heavy loads. Fast-paced environment. Work under pressure. Manual dexterity. Attention to detail. Tight deadlines. Weight handling: Up to 45 kg (100 lbs). Own tools/equipment: Safety equipment/gear. Steel-toed safety boots. Hard hat. Gloves. Safety glasses/goggles. Safety vest. Uniform. Rain gear. Personal suitability: Accurate. Efficient interpersonal skills. Reliability. Team player. Flexibility. Hardworking. Employment terms options: Early morning. Evening. Experience: 1 year to less than 2 years. Employment terms options: Shift. Morning. Day. Weekend. Workplace information: On the road job. Health benefits: Dental plan. Health care plan. Support for youths: Offers on-the-job training tailored to youth. Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for youth. Provides awareness training to employees to create a welcoming work environment for youth.