Construction Craft Worker Program
Wednesday, May 11, 2011
Construction craft labourers prepare and clean up construction sites, move materials and equipment, and perform demolition, excavation and compaction activities. They work on a wide variety of buildings, structures and premises including municipal sewer and water mains, roads, dams and bridges, tunnels, railways and canals.
The work appeals to people who enjoy being physically active, working outdoors, and using hand and power tools and working in an occupation that provides a visible sense of accomplishment.
For more information on the Construction Craft Worker Program click here.
Real Life Stories
Jennifer Camille
Jennifer, a 53-year old member of the Skeetchestn Indian Band, had never been employed anywhere other than with her Band. She was frightened and nervous about working off reserve, but very determined to do so. In the spring of 2010, Jennifer completed an application with the BC AMTA, wrote the Test of Workplace Essential Skills (TOWES) Assessment, completed a month of Essential Skills Upgrading and spent a great deal of time speaking with BC AMTA program coaches about her fears of entering into an unknown workforce.