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High Paying Job: bricklayer Job in canada with Visa Sponsorship by AD BRICKLAYERS LTD.
A bricklayer (also known as a mason) is a skilled tradesperson responsible for constructing and repairing walls, foundations, chimneys, and other structures using bricks, concrete blocks, and other masonry materials. Bricklayers play a key role in both residential and commercial construction projects, ensuring that structures are safe, durable, and visually appealing.
Job details
- Location: North York, ON
- Workplace informationOn site
- Salary: 53.28 hourly / 35 to 44 hours per week
- Day, Evening, Early Morning, Morning
- Starts as soon as possible
- Benefits: Health benefits, Financial benefits
- vacancies4
Overview
Languages
English
Education
- No degree, certificate or diploma
Experience
2 years to less than 3 years
On site
Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Brick and Block Laying:
- Lay bricks, blocks, and other masonry units to construct walls, partitions, foundations, and other structures.
- Use mortar to bond bricks or stones together, ensuring the correct mixture for strength and durability.
- Apply different bonding patterns (e.g., stretcher, header, or English bond) based on the project requirements.
- Surface Preparation:
- Prepare and clean surfaces before beginning work by removing debris, leveling the ground, and applying a base layer of mortar if necessary.
- Ensure that surfaces are smooth and dry for the proper adhesion of bricks and mortar.
- Measuring and Cutting:
- Measure and mark out wall dimensions and layout using tools such as tape measures, levels, and chalk lines.
- Cut bricks and blocks to fit specific spaces, using tools like hammers, chisels, or specialized cutting equipment (e.g., brick saws).
- Building Foundations:
- Lay the foundation of buildings, including preparing and pouring concrete where necessary, then laying bricks or blocks on top.
- Ensure that foundations are level, strong, and in compliance with building codes.
- Masonry Techniques:
- Install features such as arches, chimneys, window sills, and door frames, using specific masonry techniques.
- Build or repair fireplaces, retaining walls, steps, and other decorative or structural masonry elements.
- Construction of External and Internal Walls:
- Construct both external and internal walls, ensuring they are structurally sound and aesthetically pleasing.
- Use techniques like pointing (finishing mortar joints) to provide a clean, smooth finish to wall surfaces.
- Inspection and Quality Control:
- Inspect completed work for proper alignment, level, and adherence to architectural specifications.
- Make adjustments as needed to ensure the quality and integrity of the structure.
- Repairs and Maintenance:
- Repair and restore damaged walls or structures, including replacing or resetting loose bricks or blocks.
- Remove old mortar and re-point existing brickwork when necessary to maintain the integrity of the structure.
- Safety Compliance:
- Follow safety guidelines and regulations to ensure a safe working environment.
- Use personal protective equipment (PPE) such as hard hats, gloves, steel-toed boots, and eye protection.
- Ensure scaffolding and ladders are correctly set up and secure to prevent accidents.
- Collaboration and Communication:
- Work closely with other construction professionals, including carpenters, electricians, and plumbers, to ensure that masonry work is completed in line with other trades.
- Communicate effectively with supervisors and team members to ensure the project is completed on time and according to specifications.
Tasks
- Prepare and lay bricks, concrete blocks, structural tiles or other masonry units
- Estimate materials, tools and equipment required for projects
- Lay bricks, stone or similar materials to provide veneer facing
- Construct and install prefabricated masonry units
- Prepare tenders and quotations
- Build patios, garden walls and other decorative installations
- Work at heights, on scaffolding or swing stages
- Cut and trim bricks and concrete blocks to specification using hand and power tools
- Instruct apprentices
- Lay bricks or other masonry units to build residential or commercial chimneys and fireplaces
- Supervise other workers
- Lay radial bricks to build masonry shells of industrial chimneys
- Line or reline furnaces, kilns, boilers and similar installations using refractory or acid-resistant bricks, refractory concretes, plastic refractories and other materials
- Restore, clean or paint existing masonry structures
Additional information
Work conditions and physical capabilities
- Physically demanding
- Handling heavy loads
- Standing for extended periods
- Bending, crouching, kneeling
Own tools/equipment
- Tools
- Safety equipment/gear
- Steel-toed safety boots
- Hard hat
- Gloves
Personal suitability
- Accurate
- Client focus
- Reliability
- Team player
Benefits
Health benefits
- Dental plan
- Disability benefits
- Health care plan
- Vision care benefits
Financial benefits
- As per collective agreement
Skills & Qualifications:
- Bricklaying Techniques: Knowledge of various bricklaying and masonry techniques, including mortar mixing, brick cutting, and laying patterns.
- Mathematical Skills: Ability to measure, calculate dimensions, and make accurate cuts and layouts.
- Attention to Detail: Precision in measuring, cutting, and laying bricks to create a structurally sound and aesthetically pleasing finished product.
- Physical Stamina: Ability to lift heavy materials (up to 50 lbs or more), stand for long periods, and perform physically demanding tasks.
- Problem-Solving: Ability to troubleshoot issues with alignment, materials, or structures and implement appropriate solutions.
- Teamwork: Ability to work effectively with other tradespeople, supervisors, and laborers to meet project goals.
- Communication Skills: Ability to understand instructions, follow blueprints, and convey ideas clearly to other team members.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience: Several years of experience in bricklaying or masonry is often preferred.
- Certification/Training: Formal training or apprenticeship in bricklaying, masonry, or a related field is often required. Some employers may require certification in specialized masonry techniques.
- High School Diploma or Equivalent: Many bricklayers have completed high school or equivalent education, particularly for basic math and technical reading skills.
- Driver’s License: Some bricklayers may need a driver’s license to travel to different job sites, particularly for larger commercial projects or self-employed workers.
Working Environment:
- Bricklayers typically work outdoors in all weather conditions, although certain projects may require working in indoor environments (e.g., during the construction of internal walls or fireplaces).
- The job may involve working at heights on scaffolding or ladders, and on construction sites with potential hazards.
- Bricklayers can work in a variety of settings, including residential homes, commercial buildings, infrastructure projects (roads, bridges), and restoration sites.
Physical Requirements:
- Strength and Endurance: The job requires the ability to lift, carry, and move heavy materials like bricks, cement bags, and equipment.
- Manual Dexterity: Ability to use hands effectively for tasks such as laying bricks, using tools, and performing detailed masonry work.
- Balance and Coordination: Often required to work on scaffolding or uneven surfaces, so balance and coordination are important.
- Stamina: Bricklaying can involve standing, bending, kneeling, or squatting for extended periods, requiring good physical endurance.
How to apply
By email
adbricklayers@gmail.com
Advertised until
2025-01-04
