Labourer

Overview

Perform home prep, cleaning, site maintenance, and assist trades at construction site

Key Responsibilities

• tool inventory
• material handling
• site cleanup
• safety installation
• status reporting
• heater relocation

Tasks

-Lock and unlock houses at the beginning and end of each shift as instructed. -Prepare the house for carpenters and trades by pulling nails, sweeping, vacuuming and scrubbing a variety of surfaces as instructed. -Daily moving, cleaning and inventory of tools and equipment around the site as instructed. -Follow instructions to load and unload construction materials and move materials to other lots or construction sites within the development. -Providing service to several people or departments, working under many simultaneous deadlines -Prepare the house for painters, including scrubbing and preparing all paint surfaces as instructed. -Assist in installation of guardrails, barriers and other safety measures as instructed. -Relocate and ensure proper functionality of construction propane and electric heaters as required if proper training/certification is in place. Ensure heat has been disconnected appropriately at the end of the shift. -Provide status reports to the Site Superintendent on tasks and raise concerns or issues daily. -Locate standpipes and ensure water is turned on for each box as instructed. -Install high-density foam under the direction of the Site Superintendent or Finishing Foreman as instructed. -Snow removal and shoveling of drives and walkways during the winter months as instructed. -Use of personal protective equipment will be required. -Assist tradespersons as directed by Site Superintendent. -Prepare floors by vacuuming, mopping, pulling nails and scraping as instructed. -Daily collection and disposal of debris across the construction site, including common areas (site office) and houses using rakes, shovels, wheelbarrows and other equipment as instructed. This should be done while ensuring compliance with waste removal programs.

Requirements

• driver license
• height cert
• forklift cert
• first aid
• high school
• residential exp

What You Bring

-Good organizational and time management skills, with the ability to complete tasks as per the prescribed schedule/timelines. -Self-motivated with the ability to work well independently, and a willingness to learn. -Demonstrated ability to communicate verbally in English. -Ability to work indoors and outdoors in all seasons and weather conditions. -Ability to lift, carry, push and pull items up to at least 40 lbs on a consistent basis throughout the day. -Sitting or standing for long periods of time at workstation. -Experience in residential building or related construction industry would be an asset. -Valid driver’s license in good standing and access to a vehicle is a requirement. -Heavy manual labor, requires ability to climb ladders, push, pull, lift, carry and manipulate objects of up to 80 lbs. -Ability to receive and follow instructions and coordinate several simultaneous tasks while staying focused, paying strong attention to detail and maintaining a positive attitude and flexible work style. -High-school diploma is preferred. -Good interpersonal skills in dealing with supervisors, trades and colleagues. -Current valid certifications in Working at Heights, Forklift, Propane and Natural Gas, First Aid, WHMIS 2015 and Health and Safety Awareness would be a strong asset.

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Benefits

-Busy, and at times, a loud environment.

About Taggart Group Of Companies

-A key player in the construction and infrastructure sectors. -With expertise spanning across residential, commercial, and industrial projects, it is a trusted partner for both public and private sector developments. -The portfolio includes iconic infrastructure projects, heavy civil works, and sustainable residential communities. -Known for an innovative approach, delivering cutting-edge solutions that meet the unique demands of each project. -Reputation for reliability, craftsmanship, and a commitment to quality on every project, large or small.

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