Metal Building System Erector

**Scope**: Perform a wide variety of construction-related activities, varying in complexity from very easy to extremely difficult and hazardous, during all phases of construction.

1. Working with or making things with steel in the construction, installation or repair of structures or components of structures.

2. Preparing site and building layouts.

3. Helping with the development of labor and apprentice employees.

4. Framing structures.

**Reports to**:This role reports directly to Site Supervisor.
- Be reliable and self-driven.
- Dependable and have a positive attitude.
- A confident self-starter, with a strong work ethic.
- Capable of working cooperatively with others.
- Be able to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
- Work well under pressure, particularly when faced with unexpected occurrences and delays.
- Good muscular coordination, agility, and balance.
- Establish a good working relationship with many different people, including foremen, all trades persons, supervisors, and labourers.
- Ability to act quickly and decisively in emergencies.
- Ability to coordinate several major activities at once, while analyzing and resolving specific problems, is essential, as is an understanding of engineering, architectural, and other construction drawings.
- Proven ability to read and interpret blueprints, architectural schematics, and specifications to lay out the work.
- Willing to work extra hours if required.
- Willing to travel to various work sites.
- Able to work at heights.
- Work in all weather conditions year round.
- Perform tasks involving physical labor at construction projects.
- Ability to lift 50 pounds frequently.
- Clean and prepare construction sites by removing debris and possible hazards, and general housekeeping.
- Load or unload building materials to be used in construction, including steel units so each piece can be hoisted as needed.
- Build or take apart bracing, scaffolding, and temporary structures.
- Assemble and erect prefabricated metal structures.
- Operate or tend equipment and machines used in construction such as telehandlers, scissor lifts, and boom lifts.
- Operate hand and power tools of all types.
- Assemble rigging (beam clamp, slings) to move materials.
- Align and bolt steel units in place.
- Signal equipment operators to facilitate alignment, movement, and adjustment of materials.
- Follow construction plans and instructions from supervisors or more experienced workers.

**Safety Responsibilities**:

- To ensure that all workers are educated to work in a safe manner and that they use protective devices and procedures required by the company and by legislation to protect their health and safety.
- To warn all workers of potential or actual dangers and advise them on how to isolate, prevent, or remove such dangers.
- To arrange for medical treatments as required, in case of injury or illness including transportation to a doctor or hospital, as necessary.
- To report all incidents immediately, to investigate all accidents fully, and to advise management on how to prevent similar incidents in the future.
- To carry out regular inspections of the workplace (processes, equipment, vehicles, etc.) to ensure a safe and healthy environment.
- To take every reasonable precaution to protect the safety of other workers and themselves.

Pay: $22.00-$45.00 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Vision care

Flexible language requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed

**Education**:

- Secondary School (required)

**Experience**:

- Construction: 1 year (preferred)
- Skilled Labor: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

- Driver's License (required)
- Fall Protection Certification (preferred)
- Elevated work platform training (preferred)

Work Location: In person