Utilities Labourer

Job summary

Install shallow-utilities including power, gas, and telecommunications in new subdivisions. Operate portable equipment and heavy machinery like skidsteers and backhoes while completing necessary site paperwork.

Job details

Our Distribution group is currently looking to add a Utilities Labourer to our team, based in Sherwood Park, AB. Reporting to the Lead Hand, we are seeking an experienced construction Labourer to help install shallow-utilities (power, gas and telecommunications) in new subdivisions in and around the Edmonton area. This position requires the ability to work long hours working outdoors, working as a cohesive group. Duties And Responsibilities Set telecom peds, precast bases, sanding trench, moving material Lay power cable, telecom pipe, gas pipe in trenches up to 1.5m deep Operate jumping-jacks, and other handheld or portable equipment Operate skidsteer and backhoe at times safely onsite Read and understand construction drawings for specific tasks given Complete time sheets, vehicle pre-trip inspections and other paperwork as assigned Perform all other duties as assigned by supervisors Requirements Experience in a team-oriented construction environment Must have a valid Class-5 driver's license and an acceptable drivers abstract Must have own vehicle to get to site Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs, work outside for extended periods of time Must be flexible to working varying hours Strong team member with a positive attitude Benefits This position offers an hourly rate of $23/hr. We offer a comprehensive and competitive total rewards package that incorporates a complete range of employee benefits, including a 5% RRSP matching program, to ensure you have the tools necessary to manage, maintain, and improve your health and wellbeing. About Our Business Valard Construction is Canada's premier utility contractor providing comprehensive EPC+ (engineering, procurement, construction) and maintenance services to utilities, independent power producers, mining, oil and gas industries and rural electric associations. We have the capabilities, knowledge, and resources to take on any project, any size, any complexity, anywhere. We are also part of Quanta Services, the largest electrical power contractor in North America. Valard Construction is an equal opportunity employer. Learn more Visit us at www.valard.com and connect with us on our social media channels for our latest news, employee stories, community activities, and other updates. Depending on qualifications, the successful candidate may be offered a position at a more appropriate level Applicants must have legal authorization to work in Canada with no restrictions Valard Construction is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, without regard to race, religion, age, sex, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or disability. Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available on request during the recruitment process We do not use automated tools to screen applications. All hiring decisions involve human review. This job posting is for an existing vacancy

What you’ll do

Install shallow-utilities including power, gas, and telecommunications in new subdivisions. Operate portable equipment and heavy machinery like skidsteers and backhoes while completing necessary site paperwork.

Requirements

Must have a valid Class-5 driver's license, a personal vehicle, and the ability to lift 50 lbs. Experience in a team-oriented construction environment and flexibility for long outdoor hours are required.

Benefits

• Comprehensive total rewards package • 5% RRSP matching program • Employee benefits

Listed skills

• Recruitment · Preferred
• Organization · Preferred
• Attention to detail · Preferred
• Health · Preferred
• Process · Preferred
• Reporting · Preferred
• Time · Preferred
• maintenance · Preferred
• positive · Preferred
• Flexible · Preferred
• Procurement · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Shallow-utilities installation
• Trenching
• Operating jumping-jacks
• Skidsteer operation
• Backhoe operation
• Reading construction drawings
• Material handling
• Power cable laying
• Telecom pipe installation
• Gas pipe installation

Job areas

• Construction
• Trades
• Energy
• Logistics