Construction labourer
Reliable labourers keep a site moving. Finch finds construction labourers with real site experience and the safety training to start properly.
Skilled trades & industrial recruitmentConstruction recruitment in Toronto and the GTA
Finch helps GTA builders, contractors and renovation firms find skilled tradespeople and site leaders who show up ready to work safely.
Construction schedules depend on people. When a carpenter leaves mid-project or a site supervisor position sits empty, the whole job slows down and costs start to climb. Finch Employment recruits construction professionals for general contractors, subcontractors, renovation companies and developers across Toronto, York, Peel, Durham and Halton, so you can keep crews staffed without spending your evenings reading resumes and chasing references.
We work on a retainer basis. After a consultation about the role, your sites and the kind of person who fits your crew, we advertise, source and screen candidates, then arrange interviews with a shortlist of suitable people. Every search is built around Ontario requirements, including the safety training your sites demand, and we follow up after the start date to make sure the hire is working out.
Why construction hiring needs a specialist
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Experienced trades and site leaders are usually already working, so the best candidates rarely answer a job posting and have to be approached directly.
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Safety training such as Working at Heights and WHMIS has to be current and documented before someone can step onto your site.
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Resumes rarely show whether a candidate has worked on residential, commercial or institutional projects, and that experience changes how quickly they become productive.
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A poor hire on a crew affects everyone around them, from productivity and site safety to how the rest of the team feels about coming to work.
How we screen construction candidates
- Hands-on experience in the trade and the project types you build
- Current safety training, including Working at Heights where it applies and WHMIS
- Skilled Trades Ontario certificates or apprenticeship status where relevant
- Reliability, transportation and willingness to travel to sites across the GTA
- References from previous foremen, supervisors or contractors
Where we recruit construction professionals
We run construction searches for employers across Toronto and the GTA, including North York, Scarborough, Etobicoke, Vaughan, Markham, Richmond Hill, Mississauga, Brampton, Oakville, Burlington, Oshawa and Pickering, and for employers across Canada.
Roles we fill
Construction roles we recruit for
Carpenter
Whether you need a framer, a formwork carpenter or a finish carpenter, Finch finds experienced people who match the work on your sites.
Site supervisor
A strong site supervisor protects your schedule, your budget and your people. Finch finds supervisors who can run a site with confidence.
Construction foreman
Your foreman sets the pace and the standard for the crew. Finch recruits foremen who lead by example and keep work safe and on schedule.
Construction estimator
Accurate estimates win profitable work. Finch recruits construction estimators who understand both the numbers and how buildings go together.
Drywall installer
Clean, straight walls and ceilings start with the right installer. Finch finds drywall professionals who match the systems and finish levels you work with.
Painter
Finish work is what clients see. Finch recruits professional painters whose preparation, technique and site habits match the standard you promise.
How it works
How a construction search works
Consultation
Tell us about the role, your team and your timeline. We agree on a retainer and fees tailored to the position.
Retainer & search
Your retainer starts the search. We advertise, source and screen candidates for you.
Shortlist & interviews
You meet only suitable candidates. We arrange every interview.
Hire & follow-up
We manage the offer and check in after your new hire starts.
Retainer-based recruiting. Fees are tailored to every position, and a retainer up front starts your search.Book a consultation
Construction recruitment: questions employers ask
What construction roles does Finch recruit for?
We recruit for skilled and supervisory construction positions, including carpenters, drywall installers, painters, construction labourers, foremen, site supervisors and estimators. If your role is not listed, tell us about it during the consultation. We will be clear about whether it fits our search process before any retainer is agreed.
How are construction recruitment fees set?
Finch works on a retainer basis only. The fee is agreed per position and depends on its requirements, such as seniority, certifications and how specialized the experience needs to be. The retainer is paid up front to begin the search, so you know the cost before any advertising or sourcing starts.
Do you check safety training before candidates are sent to us?
Yes. We ask candidates for proof of the safety training the role requires, such as Working at Heights and WHMIS, and note anything that is expired or missing. Your own site orientation and company-specific training still apply, but you will know where each shortlisted candidate stands before the interview.
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What our clients say
“Over the last four years, Finch Employment helped me find both long and short term assistants for my real estate business. The quality of personnel they matched me with has been unparalleled in regards to other recruitment firms. I am happy to recommend their services across all industries.”
“Finch Employment is a very reliable and professional company. My experience with them was very positive, and the process was quick and well organized.”
“Thank you for your professional approach. Because of Finch Employment’s support, our gym got a very skillful massage therapist.”
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Tell us about your construction opening
Tell us who you need. A Finch recruiter will call you back within one business day to talk through the role and retainer.
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