i am thinking of immigrating to canada. i am a bricklayer by trade. i would like to know what do bricklayers do in the winter time when its really cold. do they work under cover or work at all.
2006-09-19 05:35:05 · 3 answers · asked by brickie 1 in Travel ➔ Canada ➔ Other - Canada
Tradespeople sometimes face seasonal unemployment because of slowdowns in the construction industry during the winter months. The work is seasonal, and many bricklayers in Canada are laid off during the winter months.
However, larger building projects continue during winter months without interruption, and although it is still considered desirable to be "closed in" before the cold weather there are more and more cases where major projects are initiated during the winter. Most projects which are held over until spring are smaller ones which can be substantially completed in 6 to 8 months. It is here that one finds the greatest resistance to winter construction, due to the belief that although the extra direct cost of winter construction can be absorbed on a large job, it is just not feasible to provide the equipment necessary for quality construction and remain competitive on small jobs.
Under average winter conditions, construction continues at a high level in all parts of Canada, but severe weather in any region will cause a stoppage of work unless adequate winter construction equipment is used.
2006-09-19 06:46:38 · answer #1 · answered by ben_opto 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Come to Vancouver, one of the most beautiful cities in the world, where the climate is mild all year round and the builders are crying for bricklayers with skill. You could make a very decent living here.Go after it young man. We did 40 years ago and I never want to live anywhere else. Best place in the world.
2006-09-19 18:53:06 · answer #2 · answered by William E 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
in Vancouver construction workers (including bricklayers) work year round. It's not as cold here
2006-09-19 14:43:29 · answer #3 · answered by hilarywow 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋