Main Responsibilities

• Inspect small tools and equipment before each shift and throughout the day and immediately advise Foreman of any/all deficiencies, defects, or damage
• Ensure worksite is organized and free of clutter, rubble, and garbage to ensure a clean working space and prevent damage of equipment
• Execute traffic control plans by placing, removing, covering and uncovering traffic control signs, cones, barricades, and other traffic control devices as directed by site TCP or Supervisor
• Signal operators of construction equipment to facilitate alignment and movement of materials
• Assist in the installation of culverts to drain water and/or use a generator and pump to remove rain water from ditches and general dewatering on the construction site
• Using a rake or shovel, spread gravel and other construction materials over road surfaces, building slabs, or leveling asphalt/gravels to fine grade specifications
• Shovel asphalt/gravels into areas inaccessible to heavy equipment
• Operate small tools and equipment, such as pneumatic hammers, vibrators, tampers, cutoff saws, laser levels, and other miscellaneous hand tools equipment
• Cut concrete, PCV, and metal
• Load, unload, and move construction materials around the worksite
• Guide heavy equipment operators around site and trenches and assist with equipment attachments
• Other General Labour and construction related duties as required and assigned by the Foreman including hand work, clearing terrain, site preparation, shoveling, and basic equipment operation

Qualifications

• Previous experience working in a civil construction environment is an asset but not required
• Strong work ethic, excellent attendance record, and a good attitude required
• Ability to lift, handle, and move 50lbs
• Must be able to work well with minimum supervision within a union environment and be willing to join CLAC
• Must be local and have own transportation
• Current safety tickets an asset

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Main Responsibilities

• Operate a variety of heavy equipment in a safe, responsible, and efficient manner
• Clean, lubricate, and maintain equipment including, but not limited to, greasing, shoveling tracks, cleaning windows and cab interior
• Complete daily paperwork including fuel reports, inspection reports, and time cards detailing machine hours as well as time worked, etc. as required
• Conduct thorough safety and maintenance inspection when assigned to a new machine
• Immediately report any mechanical defects, safety defects, and/or existing damage to Foreman
• Ensure equipment is in safe working order and that safety tools are installed at all times
• Secure appropriate special attachments to equipment including, but not limited to, safety wedges

Qualifications

• Possess Heavy Equipment Operator trade certification, valid driver’s license, and clean drivers abstract. Air brake endorsement and some college, vocational, or technical training an asset
• Minimum 5 years of experience operating heavy equipment
• Current safety tickets an asset
• Must be well familiar with attachments including their use, maintenance, and safety requirements
• Must be able to work well within a union environment and be willing to join CLAC
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, maps, drawings and specifications an asset
• Physically fit and capable of performing daily job requirements
• Excellent observation skills, strong attention to detail, and good analytical and problem-solving skills
• Effective communication skills (both verbal and written)
• Must be local and have own transportation

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent.

Main Responsibilities

• Installing underground utilities to designed grades and applicable construction standards including storm, water and sewer mains and services
• Pre-locate existing utilities and work with heavy equipment to ensure that existing utilities are exposed without contact
• Installation of Hydro, Telus, and Shaw ducting
• Utilize different shoring methods to provide a safe excavation for entry
• Set up pipe laser and establish proper design grade
• Organize all tools and equipment required for the job at the beginning of the shift
• Digging with excavator to ensure trench grade, bedding depths, and backfill are installed correctly
• Lay pipe to design grade ensuring proper tamping of pipe
• Bolt up mechanically restrained fittings, valves, and pipe to manufacturer’s specifications
• Cut concrete and set manholes, box culverts, chambers, etc. for different applications including live utility main overbuilds
• Notify Foreman of any installation conflicts immediately
• Other responsibilities and duties as assigned by the Foreman

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years’ experience as either a pipe layer or skilled labourer in a utilities installation setting including extensive experience with the installation of storm, water, and sanitary main and services as well as the installation of Hydro, Telus, and Shaw
• Possess a valid Class 5 driver’s license
• Possess a comprehensive understanding of tools and equipment required for the job
• Be completely familiar with cutting/beveling pipe
• Possess a strong understanding of safe excavations and WorkSafeBC guidelines for excavation requirements, and have the ability to work around excavation equipment and in tight areas safely
• Know how to assemble and install shoring or trench cages in excavations as required.
• Have an understanding of the issues involving ground disturbance
• Ability to thoroughly read, understand, and interpret civil construction plans and drawings
• Ability to work under pressure in some situations
• Must be willing to become a member of CLAC

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent.