Labourer (Residential Shallow Utilities)

Valard Construction•Sherwood Park, AB

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Our Distribution group is currently looking to add a Labourer to our growing team, based in Sherwood Park, AB. Reporting to the Foreman or Lead Hand, we are seeking experienced construction Labourers to help install shallow-utilities (power, gas and telecommunications) in new residential subdivisions in and around the Greater Edmonton area. This position requires the ability to work long hours working outdoors, working as a cohesive group.

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
Applicants must have legal authorization to work in Canada with no restrictions.

Responsibilities

Lay power cable, telecom pipe, gas pipe in trenches up to 1.5m deep
Set telecom peds, precast bases, sanding trench, moving material
Ability to lift 50lbs
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