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Labourer/drywall apprentice:
Learn the skills and core competencies of the drywall apprentice position;
Assist in construction or demolishing of buildings;
Load and unload structure materials and move materials in work areas;
Maintain tools and equipment;
Erect and take to pieces scaffolding and ramps;
Clean up work sites;
Take delivery of materials and cargo from suppliers;
Remove debris and trash at construction sites using wheelbarrows;
Perform other duties as assigned by manager;
Essential Skills
- Reading text
- Document use
- Oral communication
- Working with others
- Problem solving
- Critical thinking
- Finding information
- Computer use
- Continuous learning
- Significant use of memory
Transportation/Travel Information
- Own transportation
- Own vehicle
- Willing to travel
- Valid driver's licence
- Travel expenses paid by employer
Specific Skills
- Remove rubble and other debris at construction sites
- Mix, pour and spread materials
- Load, unload and transport construction materials
- Erect and dismantle concrete forms, scaffolding, ramps, catwalks shoring and barricades
- Direct traffic at or near construction sites
- Assist in demolishing buildings
Work Location Information
- Various locations
Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities
- Fast-paced environment
- Tight deadlines
- Repetitive tasks
- Handling heavy loads
- Physically demanding
Security and Safety
- Driving record check (abstract)
Own Tools/Equipment
- Steel-toed safety boots
Weight Handling
- More than 45 kg (100 lbs)
Type of Construction
- Industrial, commercial and institutional
Work Site Environment
- Confined spaces
- Dangerous
- Outdoors
- At heights
- Dusty