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Job for the future Construction Helpers and Labourers
Average hourly wage
$30.00
Job description
These individuals work as labourers on construction sites, in quarries, and in mines. They are employed by construction companies, quarries, and mines.
Personality profiles (RIASEC)
- Realistic
- People with this profile prefer carrying out concrete tasks and being physically involved in what they do.
- Conventional
- People with this profile prefer specific, well-defined tasks. They like to respect the order of things and follow established rules.
- Investigative
- People with this profile prefer relying on theoretical knowledge before acting. They like observation, analysis and problem solving.
Main tasks
- Load and unload construction materials and place them in work areas.
- Erect and dismantle various structures on construction sites (concrete forms, scaffolding, walkways, etc.).
- Mix, pour, and spread materials (concrete, asphalt, etc.).
- Operate equipment (hammers, vibrators, pneumatic drumsticks, etc.) as directed.
- Assist qualified personnel in the execution of their work.
- Assist in aligning pipes during the construction of oil or gas pipelines.
- Assist in drilling and rock mining on construction sites.
- Level the ground to the specified slope.
- Help demolish buildings and sort, clean, and stack recovered materials.
- Direct traffic on (or near) the construction site.
Formation
No specific training
Targeted regions
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Last update: June 19, 2026