Taylor Morgan
Safety-Oriented Construction Laborer | Civil & Residential Site Support
Calgary
Professional Summary
Reliable, safety-focused Construction Laborer with demonstrated experience supporting civil infrastructure and residential build sites across Calgary. Proficient in material staging, compaction equipment operation, hand and power tool handling, and active hazard reduction. Dedicated to rigorous safety compliance, timely site prep, and collaborative crew support in demanding field conditions.
Work Experience
Bow Valley Earthworks & Civil
Calgary
Civil Construction Laborer
Jun 2024 – Present
- Assist site supervisors and trade crews with commercial foundation excavation, grading, and utility trench preparation across active infrastructure projects.
- Operate walk-behind compactors, concrete vibrators, demo hammers, and submersible trash pumps in compliance with provincial safety standards.
- Unload, inspect, and stage structural steel reinforcements, PVC conduit, and aggregates to maintain steady workflow for skilled craftspeople.
- Maintain rigorous housekeeping across 45,000-square-foot active job sites to eliminate trip hazards and ensure clean hazard-free access ways.
Prairie Ridge Builders
Calgary
General Laborer
Jun 2022 – May 2024
- Supported residential framing crews on multi-unit townhome developments by hauling lumber, staging fasteners, and cutting non-structural materials to specified dimensions.
- Set up and broke down temporary jobsite power distribution, perimeter fencing, safety netting, and weather-protection enclosures during winter builds.
- Prepared subfloors and swept rough framing clean prior to structural inspections, helping crews pass municipal framing checks on schedule.
- Assisted with daily hazard assessments, tool inspections, and proper storage of pneumatic nailers, compressors, and circular saws.
Education & Pre-Trades Training
Southern Alberta Institute of Technology (SAIT)
Certificate of Completion · Trades and Construction Basics · Calgary · Honours · Sep 2021 – Apr 2022
Completed foundational training in blueprint reading, worksite safety standards, hand and power tool operation, and material handling techniques.
Gained hands-on experience in basic site layout, framing support, and provincial occupational health and safety regulations.
Centennial High School
Alberta High School Diploma · High School Curriculum · Calgary · Standard Diploma · Sep 2017 – Jun 2020
Completed general secondary studies with elective coursework in industrial arts and technical drawing.
Key Construction Projects
Sunalta Townhome Development Infrastructure Support
Oct 2023 – Mar 2024
- Assisted with setting perimeter drainage forms, trench shoring, and backfilling utility runs for a 12-unit multi-family residential building.
- Performed continuous site cleanup and debris staging to keep high-traffic material delivery routes clear and compliant with site safety protocols.
Skills & Competencies
Site Preparation & Grading
Power Tool Operation
Material Staging & Rigging
Excavation & Trench Shoring Safety
Concrete Pouring & Curing Support
Hazard Assessment (FLHA)
Demolition & Debris Sorting
Scaffolding & Ladder Safety
Blueprint & Layout Reading
Compaction Equipment Operation
Languages
English
C2
French
B1
Certifications & Safety Training
Construction Safety Training System (CSTS 2020)
Alberta Construction Safety Association · May 2024
Standard First Aid with CPR Level C and AED
St. John Ambulance Canada · Aug 2024
Fall Protection Comprehensive
Alberta Construction Safety Association · Apr 2024
WHMIS 2015 Certification
Workplace Safety Solutions Alberta · Sep 2023
Community Involvement
Community Builders Calgary Coalition
Calgary · Sep 2022 – Aug 2023
- Volunteer Build Assistant
- Assisted site leaders with framing exterior stud walls, installing vapor barrier, and clearing construction scrap on affordable single-family housing builds.
- Followed lead carpenter instructions to ensure precise placement of insulation batts and drywall sheets.