Construction Labourer

*About H&J Contracting*

H&J Contracting handles residential and commercial renovation and construction projects. We focus heavily on quality work and site cleanliness, maintaining high standards of workmanship.

*Job Overview*

We are seeking an experienced *Construction Laborer* with hands-on skills in *carpentry and drywall installation* to assist on active job sites.

*Hours & Schedule Dynamics:*

* Work ranges between *20 and 40 hours per week*, with initial schedules usually averaging around *20 hours per week*.
* Total weekly hours and pay rates are performance- and skill-driven: team members who demonstrate higher technical competency, clean execution, and high autonomy will be prioritized for full-time schedule availability (up to 40 hrs/week).

*Mandatory Requirements (Must Meet to Apply)*

* *Experience:* Minimum *2 years of proven construction experience* (specifically with carpentry and drywall).
* *Required Personal Gear & Tools:* Must bring your own basic hand tools to job sites, including a *tape measure* and *carpenter pencils*.
* *Required PPE:* Must supply and wear your own personal protective equipment from day one, including *CSA-approved steel-toe boots, work gloves, and safety glasses*.
* *Physical Capability:* Must be physically capable of repeatedly lifting and carrying heavy construction materials up to *80?100 lbs *using safe lifting techniques or assisted team lifts throughout the workday.
* *Transportation:* Must have reliable transportation to travel directly to various job sites.

*Key Responsibilities*

* *Carpentry Support:* Assist with rough framing, structural modifications, trim work, sheet goods, and general wood structures.
* *Drywall Work:* Transport, hang, cut, and fit drywall boards cleanly on walls and ceilings.
* *Heavy Material Handling:* Safely load, unload, stack, and move heavy materials, lumber, drywall sheets, and equipment around job sites.
* *Site Preparation & Cleanup:* Perform manual demolition, debris removal, setup, and job site maintenance.
* *Independent Task Execution:* Complete assigned tasks efficiently with minimal oversight after brief site walkthroughs.

*What We Offer*

* *Competitive Pay Structure:* Starting at $20/hr with higher earning potential as your trade skills increase.
* *Skill-Based Hours Expansion:* Direct path to full-time hours (up to 40 hours/week) for efficient, skilled candidates.
* *Diverse Job Sites:* Hands-on work on residential and commercial build projects.

*How to Apply*

Please submit your resume or a summary of your past construction, carpentry, and drywall experience along with your current availability.

Job Type: Casual

Pay: From $20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 20.0 ? 40.0 per week



Ability to commute/relocate:
* Windsor, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:
* Drywall: 1 year (required)
* Construction: 2 years (required)
* Carpentry: 2 years (required)

Language:
* English (required)

Work Location: In person