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Am I Suited For This Job?

You should be:

  • strong & physically fit
  • comfortable with heights

You should have:

  • good hand-eye coordination
  • good vision
  • agility and good balance

You work outdoors in all kinds of weather and the work is physically demanding. You often work at extreme heights, using safety devices such as safety belts, scaffolding, and nets.  There is risk of injury from operating equipment and machinery, and working in potentially hazardous locations such as bridges and towers.

Sources: WorkBC & Career Cruising Career Profiles