75110

Construction trades helpers and labourers

TEER 5 — Short work demonstration, no formal education

Express Entry skill level: No
Regulated in Québec: Yes
In demand in Manitoba: Yes

Classification

Trades, transport & equipment operators

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Definition

Construction trades helpers and labourers assist skilled tradespersons and perform labouring activities at construction sites, in quarries and in surface mines. They are employed by construction companies, trade and labour contractors, and surface mine and quarry operators.

Main duties

This group performs some or all of the following duties:
Load and unload construction materials, and move materials to work areas
Erect and dismantle concrete forms, scaffolding, ramps, catwalks, shoring and barricades required at construction sites
Mix, pour and spread materials such as concrete and asphalt
Assist tradespersons such as carpenters, bricklayers, cement finishers, roofers and glaziers in construction activities
Assist heavy equipment operators to secure special attachments to equipment, signal operators to guide them in moving equipment and provide assistance in other activities
Assist in aligning pipes and perform related activities during oil and gas pipeline construction
Assist in drilling and blasting rock at construction sites
Assist miners in excavating and in setting up and operating various drills and other surface mining machinery
Level earth to fine grade specifications using rake and shovel
Assist in demolishing buildings using prying bars and other tools, and sort, clean and pile salvaged materials
Remove rubble and other debris at construction sites using rakes, shovels, wheelbarrows and other equipment
Operate pneumatic hammers, vibrators and tampers as directed
Tend or feed machines or equipment used in construction such as mixers, compressors and pumps
Clean up chemical spills and other contaminants, and remove asbestos and other hazardous materials
Oil and grease hoists and similar equipment
Direct traffic at or near construction sites
Perform other activities at construction sites, as directed.

Example job titles

•asphalt spreader
•bricklayer helper
•carpenter helper
•concrete mixer helper
•concrete paving labourer
•construction helper
•construction labourer
•demolition worker

Overview

National Occupational Classification (NOC) code 75110 covers Construction trades helpers and labourers in Canada. Under the NOC 2021 system, this occupation falls under TEER 5, representing jobs that require no formal educational requirements or require short work demonstrations. These workers assist skilled tradespersons and perform general labour duties at construction sites, such as clearing debris, loading materials, and setting up temporary structures.

Key duties under NOC 75110 include mixing, pouring, and spreading materials, and assisting in the installation of utility and structural components. While there are no strict educational prerequisites, some secondary school education or on-the-job training is often preferred by Canadian employers. Safety certifications, such as WHMIS, may also be required depending on the specific job site.

For Canadian immigration, TEER 5 occupations like NOC 75110 are eligible for specific pathways, including several Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs) and localized pilot streams targeting entry-level labourers. Disclaimer: This information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For official regulatory guidance, please consult Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) or a licensed immigration consultant.

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Occupation data: Statistics Canada / ESDC — National Occupational Classification (NOC) 2021.