Construction jobs in Canada

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Counted Nov 4, 2026

Hiring at a glance

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Open jobs: 4,012
Employers: 2,647

Advertised starting pay

Average starting payCAD / hour: $32.24Across 2,033 listings
Average starting payCAD / year: $101,315Across 142 listings

Employer-advertised starting pay, not employee salaries. Currencies and pay periods stay separate.

Where work happens

Remote: <1%7 listings
Hybrid: 3%102 listings
On-site: 92%3,697 listings

Not specified: 5% (206 listings)

Employers hiring include North American Construction Group Inc. (52), The Byng Group (33), Flynn Group of Companies (29).

Sources & calculation notes

These figures describe the listings on this role page at the date shown, not the whole job market. Listings can change.

Employer-listed minimums from at least 10 listings per currency and pay period. These are advertised starting amounts, not employee salaries. Jobs without a minimum and unusual amounts are excluded.

Hybrid and on-site classifications may be inferred from descriptions. Check the original ad. How we count

Construction jobs in Canada

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Halifax, NS
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Southwest Properties

Painter

Halifax, NS, Canada

Full-time

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Job details

Job type: Full-time
Posting language: English
Posted: Oct 19, 2026

Original job description

Join Us in Creating the Best Places to Live, Shop, Work & Play

As a Painter, you’ll become highly skilled at creating beautiful spaces. This position involves working in residential apartment buildings painting occupied and unoccupied residential suites, as well as common areas of the buildings.

We believe in going beyond the necessary to create inspiring environments. To us, a building is so much more than just a collection of walls under a single roof. At Southwest, we believe an innovative, exceptional, thoughtfully designed building can inspire great things to happen inside and around it.

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Here's a Few Reasons Why We Love Where We Work

Customizable Plan Options for Health & Dental Coverage (Single/Family Plan Options)
Employee & Family Assistance Program
4% Matching GRRSP program
Annual Health and Wellness Incentives
Employee Transit Allowance
Educational Reimbursement for Eligible Employees/Programs
Social Events
Charitable Donation Matching Program
1 Paid Volunteer Day for an Organization of your Choice
2 Personal Days Annually
Employee Discount Program

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What Your Day Will Look Like

The Painter responds to work orders in a timely and efficient manner. This position involves painting occupied and unoccupied residential suites, as well as common areas of residential buildings.

Hours of Work: Full time day hours Monday-Friday, 7:30am – 4:00pm with one half hour lunch break and two 15-minute breaks.

Work Location: Southwest Properties portfolio as required. All buildings located in HRM.

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What You'll be Responsible For

Drywall repairs, taping, mud, and sanding to prepare for paint.
Removal of switch plates and repair/patch any holes in the walls.
Paint surfaces adhering to Southwest’s standards. Surfaces include: all walls [halls, stairways, etc.], kitchen and bathroom cupboards [inside and out], bathroom walls, silicone tubs, and closets.
Ensure good tenant relations by scheduling repairs appropriately.
Respond promptly to requests for service work as required.
Ensure a regular inventory list is kept up-to-date, and supplies needed are adequately communicated to the office. Occasionally order paint.
Professionally liaise with contractors and sub-trades.
Suite Exterior Trim repairs.
Assist the Maintenance Department when required.

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Your Environment

The work area can be dusty, dirty, with occasional temperature fluctuations. You may encounter high fumes, confined spaces, repetitive movements, standing for long periods, and heights on a very regular basis. You will utilize numerous tools on a daily basis including paint brushes, rollers, tools for patching and repairing walls, hammers, drills, screwdrivers, and ladders. You will be provided with Personal Protective Equipment.

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What Will Help You Succeed

Our ideal candidate has 3-4 years experience in a similar role plus a painting course/certificate,

Ability to perform assigned duties with minimal supervision.
Ability to perform with tact and professionalism in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment.
Strong eye for quality and detail.
Exceptional customer service.
Ability to interact effectively with all employees, tenants, and the general public.
Proven ability to plan, organize, and prioritize work.

Position requires Criminal Records Check Completion, Valid Driver's License & Reliable Transportation, WHMIS, Fall Arrest, and First Aid.

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People are at the Heart of Everything We Do

Southwest Properties is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse team, who values your experiences, perspectives, and unique identity. We are committed to creating and maintaining an environment that is inclusive, equitable, and welcoming.

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Thank you for your interest in Southwest Properties. Those chosen for an interview will be contacted.

We are a team of individuals who get joy from bringing joy to others.

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Responsibilities

Paint occupied and unoccupied residential suites and building common areas, including preparing surfaces through drywall repair, taping, mudding, sanding, and patching. Respond to work orders, coordinate repairs with tenants and contractors, maintain supply inventory, and assist the Maintenance Department as needed.

Requirements

The ideal candidate has 3–4 years of experience in a similar role and a painting course or certificate. Requirements also include the ability to work with minimal supervision, strong attention to quality, customer service and organizational skills, a criminal records check, a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation, WHMIS, Fall Arrest, and First Aid.

Skills

Painting
Drywall Repair
Taping and Mudding
Sanding
Surface Preparation
Wall Patching
Tenant Relations
Customer Service
Work Order Response
Inventory Management
Contractor Coordination
Work Planning and Prioritization
Attention to Detail
Independent Work
Fall Protection
WHMIS

Benefits

Health and Dental Coverage
Employee and Family Assistance Program
Matching Group Registered Retirement Savings Plan
Health and Wellness Incentives
Employee Transit Allowance
Educational Reimbursement
Social Events
Charitable Donation Matching Program
Paid Volunteer Day
Personal Days
Employee Discount Program

Visa sponsorship

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Keywords

Residential Painting
Apartment Buildings
Occupied Suites
Common Areas
Drywall Repair
Taping
Mudding
Sanding
Wall Patching
Surface Preparation
Paint Brushes
Paint Rollers
Ladders
Power Tools
Suite Exterior Trim Repairs
Work Orders
Tenant Relations
Inventory Management
Contractor Coordination
WHMIS
Fall Arrest
First Aid
Criminal Records Check
Valid Driver's License
Reliable Transportation
Personal Protective Equipment

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