Job requirements Construction Labourer And Helper in Canada
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Find out what you typically need to work as a construction labourer and helper in Canada. These requirements are applicable to all Construction trades helpers and labourers (NOC 75110).

Employment requirements

This is what you typically need for the job.

  • Some experience as a general construction labourer may be required for construction trade helpers.
  • Some pipeline workers, such as stabbers, mandrel operators and pre-heater tenders, usually require one season of experience in oil and gas pipeline construction.
  • Flagmen/women may require a traffic control certificate.
  • Riggers and slingers may require a rigging certificate.
  • On-the-job training may be provided.

Source National Occupational Classification

Professional certification and licensing

You might need to get a certification from a regulatory authority before you start working. Find out if this occupation is regulated and contact the regulatory authority to learn about the certification process.

Alberta

Job title Construction Craft Workers
Regulated

British Columbia

Job title Construction Craft Worker (labourer)
Regulated
Regulatory body: Skilled Trades BC

Manitoba

Job title Construction Trades Helpers And Labourers
Regulated
Regulatory body: Apprenticeship Manitoba

New Brunswick

Job title Construction Craft Worker
Regulated

Nova Scotia

Job title Construction Craft Worker
Regulated

Ontario

Job title Native Residential Construction Worker
Regulated
Regulatory body: Ontario College of Trades
Job title Construction Heater Service And Maintenance Technician
Regulated
Job title Hazardous Materials Worker
Regulated
Regulatory body: Ontario College of Trades
Job title Construction Craft Worker
Regulated
Regulatory body: Ontario College of Trades
Job title Construction Heater Operator
Regulated

Prince Edward Island

Job title Sewage Disposal Contractor
Regulated
Job title Sewage Disposal Site Assessor
Regulated
Job title Construction Craft Worker
Regulated

Québec

Job title Operator Of A Low Velocity Explosive Actuated Tools
Regulated
Job title Flagperson (aerial Electrical Lines)
Regulated
Job title Construction Helpers And Labourers
Regulated
Regulatory body: Québec.ca

Saskatchewan

Job title Construction Craft Worker
Regulated
Job title Rig Technician
Regulated

Source Foreign Credential Recognition Program - ESDC

Do you want to work in another province or territory?

If you are already certified to work in a regulated occupation in your province or territory, it will be easier for you to have your certification recognized in another province or territory. See the Workers Mobility's website to learn more.

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