Directional (HDD) Driller
Full-time
Valard Construction
Our Telecommunications group is currently looking to add a Directional (HDD) Driller to our growing team, based in Castor, AB.
Reporting to the Crew Foreman, we are seeking an experienced Driller with experience operating Telecommunications Construction equipment. This position requires the operator to know how to maintain and take care of the machinery that is being operated and to create a safe working area around their equipment. The work will be on underground FTTP and utility installations across Alberta.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Operate equipment in a safe, efficient and appropriate manor
- Load and unload directional bore equipment in a manner that is secure and damage free
- Place telecom structures and pedestals
- Place underground and overhead fiber and copper cables
- Couple conduit and pull different types of cables
- Participate in Tailgate/Tailboard meetings
- Complete drivers logbook (conduct pre, en-route and post trip inspections)
- Maintains and records accurate daily drilling activities
- Read and interpret project plans, diagrams and Locates
- Assist in labor activities when required
- Operation of power and motorized tools and equipment
Requirements
- 2 years of experience in operating construction equipment
- Must have experience pulling trailers and operating a bucket and digger truck
- Must have a valid class 3A driver’s license and an acceptable drivers abstract
- Understand utility locates and the ground conditions that are being worked
- 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
Preferred Skills / Qualifications:
- Certified in WHMIS, CSTS, Frist Aid, Confined space, fall arrest
- Be willing to advance drivers license to be able to transport equipment
Benefits
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.
Vacancy posted a month ago
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