The industrial construction industry focuses on 5 main sectors: commercial, institutional, transportation, heavy industrial, and light industrial. There also tends to be a large focus on warehouse and distribution centres and manufacturing buildings. Although the sectors of industrial construction have a wide variety of potential jobs, working in a position that is specific to the industrial sector can help you get an industrial construction job that is very rewarding. Many people enjoy industrial construction jobs for the ability to work on high-profile, large projects so that they can stay with one crew for a long time in a position that pays well. This fascinating industry allows construction workers to branch out more than some forms of residential construction work.
Ironworker
This invaluable position is a critical part of industrial construction. Ironworkers can be either generalist ironworkers or reinforcement ironworkers. Generalist ironworkers create components for storage tanks, towers, and a variety of oil and gas structures. Whereas generalist ironworkers create structures, reinforcement ironworkers add structural integrity to the foundation by using materials such as rebar and wire fabric to increase the tensile strength of an industrial structure.
Industrial Electrician
The required day-to-day activities of an industrial electrician will frequently change. Some days you will install electrical devices and wiring into industrial buildings, other days you will perform maintenance, and other days you will need to repair, troubleshoot, and fix electrical issues. Unlike residential electrician jobs, this industrial construction job will have you installing industrial controls, transmitters in low and medium-voltage systems, and other large-scale, industry-specific electrical equipment. You will also help plan electrical system layouts and work with equipment operators to detect potentially faulty equipment.
Crane Operator
Nearly every industrial project will require the use of a crane, but only people with the correct training and certifications can operate this incredibly large piece of machinery. For this industrial construction job, you will need to use a crane or draglift to move, position, and place large and heavy pieces of machinery, equipment, and construction material. This role involves a lot of personal responsibility for safety and it will require you to follow instructions from a crew member on the ground. By following these instructions and manipulating a number of levers and pedals to lift, rotate, and position items properly, crane operators are able to accurately place important items on the construction site.
Blaster
Blasters, also known as explosives workers, are needed in the transportation industries to blast through rock to make way for new roads and other forms of transportation. Blasters can be hired in the mining sector to help dislodge different resources such as coal and ore. Blasters are also vital to the demolition industry. But this position isn’t just setting explosions; it takes a lot of knowledge to create safe and controlled explosions that are designed with a purpose. Blasters often work outdoors, sometimes in remote areas depending on their work sector. Blasters are one of the nearly exclusively industrial construction jobs. Blasters assess the needs of their project to determine what must be moved or destroyed and they need to monitor the safety of everyone on site during the blasting procedure, which includes checking that the area is vacated and everyone in the vicinity has received the proper warnings.
This varied industry offers career opportunities for all types of candidates. Whether you’re new to the construction industry or you are interested in pivoting your current career, consider some of the thrilling industrial construction jobs available. If you seek new construction employment, Matrix Labour Leasing can help. Our team focuses on pairing candidates with companies where you won’t only thrive at your job, but you will also have aligned values and opportunities for career growth. If you’re ready to find a rewarding industrial construction job, contact Matrix Labour Leasing by calling 1-866-666-9520 or by filling out our online contact form.
Q: How can Matrix Labour Leasing help find me a job in the construction sector?
A: Matrix Labour Leasing is in constant contact with contracting companies looking for temp-to-hire and direct-hire employees. Depending on the nature of the role, we can either recommend you to one of our contracting companies or offer you a temporary contract ourselves.
Q: Where can I find construction jobs in Canada?
A: You can begin your job search at our in-house job board.
Q: What skills should I highlight when searching for a job?
A: When you speak to potential employers, you should focus on explaining why you have the right skills for the position while focusing on your communication and teamwork skills, your willingness to learn, and your problem-solving skills, to name a few. Staffing agencies can help you get interview-ready so you know how to highlight your strengths. To learn more about what employers are looking for in a worker, read Construction Jobs: Employers Are Looking For These Important Skills.
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