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Underground Construction TechnicianValard Construction • Calgary, AB, CA
Underground Construction Technician

Underground Construction Technician

Valard Construction • Calgary, AB, CA
5 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
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Job description

Our Distribution group is currently looking to add Underground 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 the installation of underground electrical infrastructure on the Calgary Green Line LRT project. This is a hands-on field role involving underground cable and conduit installation, equipment operation, excavation, concrete walls, and support systems, laying the foundations for trackwork and electrical systems.

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Erect temporary support structures, pouring concrete for retaining walls, and installing structural steel ribs or pre-cast concrete liners
  • Dig shallow trenches, reinforcing and covering them with concrete
  • Shovel, load, and remove excavated earth and debris
  • Operate company vehicles, mini excavators, and backhoes to support underground installation activities
  • Support field crews as directed by the Foreman
  • 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 documentation
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and safe job site through daily cleanup and adherence to all safety policies and procedures

Requirements

  • Previous experience in underground construction, civil infrastructure, or a related 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

  • Previous experience supporting electrical infrastructure or LRT / transit construction projects
  • Ground Disturbance certification
  • Construction Safety Training System (CSTS) certification
  • Standard First Aid / CPR certification

Benefits

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.

Learn more

Visit us at www.valard.com and connect with us on our social media channels for our latest news, employee stories, community activities, and other updates.

* 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.

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