APPRENTICESHIP

Construction Craft Workers assist skilled tradespersons and perform labouring activities at construction sites. Their duties include site preparation and cleanup, handling materials and equipment, and performing demolition, excavation and compaction activities. They may also be responsible for site security.

Experienced workers who have not completed an Ontario apprenticeship but have equivalent qualifications or experience in their trade can use the Trade Equivalency Assessment Process

Academic entry grade
Grade 10
On-the-job training
2,400 hours (approximately 1.5 years)
Technical training
480 hours (4 months across 2 levels)
Required skills
Attention to detail, Creativity, Critical thinking, Problem solving

WORKFORCE PROFILE

Highest Job Postings by Region

Source: Workforce Planning Ontario, Labour Market Insights Report 2025

Job Postings by Area in Ontario

Source: Workforce Planning Ontario, Labour Market Insights Report 2025

Certificates of Qualification Issued by Age Group

Source: Skilled Trades Ontario 2025

Certificates of Qualification Issued by Gender

Source: Skilled Trades Ontario 2025

Certificates of Qualification Issued

109
Source: Skilled Trades Ontario 2025

INCOME PROFILE

Annual Salary Range

$40,000 - $70,000
Source: Workforce Planning Ontario, Labour Market Insights Report 2025

Hourly Salary Range

$21 - $36
Source: Workforce Planning Ontario, Labour Market Insights Report 2025