Civil Construction Technician

Our Distribution group is currently looking to add Civil Construction Technician (s) to our growing team, based in Calgary, AB.

Reporting to the Foreman, we are seeking a physically capable and team-oriented construction professional to support civil infrastructure construction on the Calgary Green Line LRT project. This is a hands-on field role involving underground cable installation, conduit work, equipment operation, and general site support in a fast-paced urban construction environment.

Please Note: This position works a Monday - Friday (5/2) schedule with 10 hour days. High potential for additional overtime at peak periods.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Support all civil infrastructure activities
• Install underground cable and conduit
• Swamp for excavators, move materials, and assist with general site labour as directed by the Foreman
• Operate company vehicles, mini excavators, backhoes, and horizontal and directional drills as required
• Read and interpret construction drawings to carry out assigned tasks accurately and within provided timelines
• Complete daily timesheets, force-account records, pre-trip vehicle inspections, and other required paperwork
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe job site through daily cleanup and adherence to all safety policies and procedures
• Participate in daily tailgate meetings and maintain compliance with all site safety requirements, including PPE standards and Valard safety protocols
• Work collaboratively with crew members, subcontractors, and site supervisors to maintain project schedule and quality standards
• Perform all other duties as assigned by the Foreman

• Previous experience in a team-oriented construction environment
• Valid Class 5 driver's license with a satisfactory driver's abstract
• Experience operating construction equipment including mini excavators, backhoes, and directional drills
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform physical labour outdoors for extended periods in varying weather conditions
• Flexibility to work varying hours and days as project schedules require
• Ability to read and understand construction drawings for assigned tasks

Preferred Skills / Qualifications

• Ground Disturbance certification
• Construction Safety Training System (CSTS) certification
• Standard First Aid / CPR certification

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.

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* 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.