Responsibilities

• Assist tradesmen and machine operators in construction projects
• Erect and break up scaffolding, ramps etc. with attention to safety
• Unload and carry materials at construction sites
• Use equipment to break old forms and structures
• Use explosives to demolish structures according to instructions
• Prepare and apply construction materials to build structures or fill gaps (e.g cement)
• Smooth and level new concrete or other materials
• Clean out site from debris and discarded material
• Place traffic signals where appropriate

Requirements and skills

• Proven experience as construction worker
• Experience in operating equipment like trench rammers, drills, pneumatic hammers etc.
• Knowledge of mixing and pouring construction material (concrete, sand, grout etc.)
• Knowledge of basic engineering and construction principles and methods
• Able to work in a team
• Able to read instructions and blueprints when needed
• Very good knowledge of English (spoken and written)
• Excellent balance and eye-hand coordination
• High school diploma or equivalent