Maintenance Foreman

GS Construction•Acheson, AB

1d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Maintenance Foreman at GS Construction, you take a project from construction completion to municipal acceptance, leading a focused crew through the detailed work that gets sites ready for CCC and FAC inspections. You know municipal water and sewer infrastructure inside and out, you're comfortable reading as-builts and coordinating directly with inspectors and engineers, and you take ownership of every deficiency until it's closed. If you thrive in a role where your technical knowledge and leadership directly determine whether a project finishes strong, this is the role for you.

Requirements

Minimum 3-5 years of experience in municipal water and sewer installation, maintenance, or rehabilitation.
Previous supervisory or foreman experience is required.
Strong understanding of CCC/FAC inspection processes and municipal turnover requirements.
Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and as-builts.
Knowledge of Alberta OH&S regulations and safe work practices.
Valid Class 5 driver's licence with a clean driving record.

Nice To Haves

First Aid, CSTS, Ground Disturbance, and Confined Space certifications are considered assets.
Experience with CCTV inspections, hydrant testing, valve operations, and flushing is considered an asset.

Responsibilities

Lead your crew in preparing municipal water and sewer infrastructure sites for Construction Completion Certificate and Final Acceptance Certificate inspections.
Inspect and evaluate site conditions to confirm readiness for upcoming inspections, identifying gaps before they become delays.
Schedule, coordinate, and verify corrective work based on municipal deficiency lists, taking ownership of each item through to final completion and sign-off.
Coordinate and supervise maintenance, repair, and corrective work on underground water and sewer systems including valves, hydrants, services, manholes, and surface deficiencies.
Perform pressure testing, chlorination, flushing, and commissioning activities for water infrastructure in accordance with municipal specifications and regulatory requirements.
Safely operate compactors, pumps, generators, skid steers, and hand tools required for maintenance and repair activities.
Ensure all work is completed in accordance with municipal standards, approved drawings, and project specifications.
Lead and mentor a small, focused crew, setting the standard for safe, efficient, and high-quality work on every site.
Enforce safety protocols on site, participate in safety meetings, and ensure your team is protected throughout each project phase.
Liaise with superintendents, project managers, engineers, and municipal inspectors to ensure compliance and site readiness.
Maintain accurate records of deficiencies, completed repairs, testing results, daily activities, and inspection updates using field reporting systems and project documentation processes.
Troubleshoot infrastructure issues, identify practical repair solutions, and make field decisions that support efficient project completion and municipal approval.