Bridgeworker- Civil Infrastructure and Construction

LaPrairie Group•Grande Prairie, AB

4d•Onsite

About The Position

LaPrairie Works Inc., a member of LaPrairie Group of Companies, is an ISO-9001-2015 certified company providing highway and bridge maintenance, civil infrastructure construction, slope stabilization, erosion and drainage control, and environmental remediation services across Western Canada. We are proud to be formally recognized with industry and ministerial awards for innovation and environmental stewardship, while managing long-term contracts within both provincial and federal jurisdictions.

Requirements

Multiyear field experience related to civil bridge construction / maintenance
A strong focus on Health, Safety & Environmental practices
Ability to understand technical specifications and related project drawings
Solid communications skills (oral / written)
Must have a thorough knowledge of worksite safety, and safe operating procedures relevant to bridge and or civil construction
Must be able to perform physically demanding tasks outdoors in various weather conditions
Must possess a valid Class 5 driver's licence.

Nice To Haves

Site supervision and management experience is considered an asset
Certified Red Seal trades in Carpentry, Ironworker or alike would be considered an asset
Class 3 or a Class 1 Driver’s licence is preferred

Responsibilities

Perform a wide range of routine and complex repairs related to timber, concrete and steel bridge structures including concrete formwork and finishing, bearings, cap and other replacements of bridge components, backwall and abutment excavation and backfilling, and other work
Perform bridge construction and/or rehabilitation tasks involving multi span timber, concrete, cable and steel bridges including standard and major bridges
Operate heavy equipment including but not limited to skid steer, loader, dozer, excavator, and pile driver