Earthworks Gradesman

What We Offer At Abalone, we value: Doing Justly: We will do what’s right, even when no one is looking. Loving Mercy: We will treat people with respect, honouring the differences that bring strength to our organization and the projects we undertake. Walking Humbly: We recognize that our expertise is not universal and seek first to understand before we take action. We offer a competitive wage and benefits package, along with a strong team atmosphere that has resulted in employee longevity within our company. Summary of Position Abalone Construction is a privately owned company with over 40 years specializing in Industrial and Commercial civil construction. We offer construction services in a variety of markets including Infrastructure, Roadbuilding, and Land Development. Reporting to the foreman, Gradesman are an integral member of field operations, responsible for providing support on our projects. Role and Responsibilities Use survey instruments to establish correct grade for road construction projects Read plans and be mathematically inclined to accurately complete functions of the position Install stakes as required for layout purposes for both surface & drainage grading Layout to support culvert installation & then assisting with the installation of culverts Use of survey equipment Work closely with operators, foreman and superintendents Measure distances from reference points to locate boundaries of construction site Verify graded surface using a laser level, boning rods, batter boards, hand levels etc. Must be willing and able to learn general construction practices involving water and sewer and road construction Experience with: grades in relation to piping, earthworks and surface drainage Concrete pipe installation, precast manhole and vault installation Perform general labourer duties as required Qualifications, Training and Education Minimum 3 to 5 years working in civil construction preferably as a labourer or gradesman GPS and Topcon experience is an asset Ability to work in a team environment Strong written and verbal communication skills and ability to multitask and meet deadlines Must possess a valid class 5 driver’s license Must have valid CSTS-2020, WHMIS 2015, Ground Disturbance and CSA approved 8” steel toe work boots Must be hard working, have a positive attitude and a willingness to learn Working Conditions The gradesman will be working outside in all weather conditions. They must be able to spend long periods of time sitting in a vehicle, or walking/standing on the job site. They must be willing to commit to 50 + hours per week at various project locations. Typical shifts are 7:00am - 5:30pm.

Responsible for establishing correct grades for road construction projects using survey instruments and installing stakes for layout purposes. Collaborates with operators and foremen to verify graded surfaces and assist with culvert and pipe installations.

Requires 3 to 5 years of experience in civil construction with a valid class 5 driver's license. Must possess valid CSTS-2020, WHMIS 2015, and Ground Disturbance certifications.

• Competitive Wage • Benefits Package

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• Surveying
• Grade Establishment
• Plan Reading
• Layout Installation
• Culvert Installation
• Laser Leveling
• Boning Rods
• Earthworks
• Surface Drainage
• Concrete Pipe Installation
• GPS
• Topcon
• Communication
• Multitasking
• Civil Construction
• General Labour
• Pipefitting
• Laser Levels
• Ability To Meet Deadlines
• Positivity
• Willingness To Learn
• Strong Work Ethic
• Valid Driver's License
• Construction
• Land Development
• Mathematics
• Operations
• Verbal Communication Skills
• Grading (Landscape)
• Teamwork

• Construction
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• Engineering
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• Cartographers and Surveyors
• Surveyors

Minimum experience

2+ years

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week