Labourer (Residential Shallow Utilities)

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. 

Duties and 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

• 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

We offer a comprehensive and competitive total rewards package that incorporates a complete range of employee benefits, including an 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.