1. Respond to jobs and projects:
   • Respond to inquiries from residential, commercial, and industrial clients
   • Report to the job site on time and with all proper tools and safety equipment
   • Speak to supervisor, manager, or site leaders to learn of required tasks
2. On-site tasks:
   • Performing all tasks required to complete the on-site project
   • Tasks can include site inspections, moving construction materials, landscaping, demolition, minor construction, etc
   • Follow all instructions correctly and carefully
3. Maintenance and Repairs
   • Inspect residential, commercial, and industrial sites to ensure proper maintenance
   • Perform tests to ensure the equipment and tech are functioning correctly
   • Identify and repair all problems under the supervision of a qualified tradesperson
4. Site clean-up:
   • Removal of all garbage and debris from all work sites
   • Scrutinize the area for any debris that could pose a risk to the public
   • Dispose of all trash correctly and properly
5. Adhere to all safety codes and guidelines:
   • Be aware of specific health and safety regulations that relate to each job
   • Wear proper safety gear and use all equipment correctly
   • Ensure that colleagues follow the appropriate safety procedures

Aspiring professionals can learn more about the role through vocational schools and courses to become a Day or General Laborer in Ontario. The exact specifications can vary between jobs. Standard requirements include a high school diploma or equivalency, vocational training and certification, and proper safety training such as OSHA completion.

This is a job that requires a great deal of hands-on work, learned by on-the-job training through an apprenticeship program. These apprenticeships are often offered through an accredited provincial trade organization like the Skilled Trades Ontario . Day Labourers who wish to further their career in a specific area can seek to join one of these organizations and complete the proper training.

Day and General Labourers are recruited for various sectors and organizations. These include construction, utilities, maintenance, and repair. A General Labourer can work on a large industrial construction site or complete smaller tasks in residential buildings. They can act as assistants and support tradespeople and contractors completing numerous projects. Being a Day Labourer can provide various career opportunities in diverse work environments.

The current career prospects for Day Labourers and General Labourers are considered moderately positive to good in Ontario and throughout Canada. According to Job Bank, an estimated 10,100 general labourer job roles will need to be filled in the next ten years. A roughly equal number of qualified people are seeking to be hired for these roles, so there will continue to be competition in this specific job market.

Day Labourers can work in a wide variety of organizations and job sectors. Here are some places where Day Labourers are typically employed:

1. Manufacturing industry
2. Construction
3. Logistics and warehouses
4. Maintenance of buildings and public spaces
5. Agriculture
6. Municipal services
7. Utility Companies
8. Energy sector
9. Transportation
10. Hotel and catering

1. General Labourer
2. General Contractor
3. Journeyperson
4. Tradesperson
5. Construction worker
6. Maintenance labourer
7. Municipal labourer
8. Construction assistant
9. Repairperson
10. Journeyperson contractor