Hydrovac Operator - Telecom Construction

Description

You are a Hydrovac Operator with extensive experience supporting utility maintenance and construction projects. With a strong background in the telecommunications industry, you are proficient in safely daylighting, trenching, and digging around utilities, ensuring precise and efficient work while maintaining strict safety standards. Your expertise allows you to navigate complex sites and handle sensitive utilities with confidence.

Join the Ledcor Technical Services team today and play a key role in advancing telecommunications infrastructure in Calgary, AB.

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Essential Responsibilities

• Daylighting and soft excavating for telecommunication, hydro, gas, and water
• Ensure health and safety is the number one goal by following policies, Alberta Infrastructure guidelines and acting in a safe manner at all times
• Perform pre and post trip inspections by following company policies and procedure for routine maintenance, perform general housekeeping to ensure Hydro Vac is clean and operating properly
• Complete all required paperwork daily
• Set up and inspect grounding and/or bonding procedures by Hydrovac operation
• Handle and distribute construction materials, loading and unloading vehicles with supplies, equipment, remove all debris from work sites
  
  

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience operating a Hydro Vac (experience with Rival HVACs is an asset).
• Proficient in reading and understanding design drawings.
• Capable of reading locates and identifying discrepancies in the field.
• DETAC equipotential bonding mat certification is required.
• Must be NSC (National Safety Code) trained and maintain accurate log books in accordance with regulations and company standards.
• Previous experience in telecommunications is an asset.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Must have and maintain a valid Class 3 driver’s license and be able to provide a clean driver’s abstract.
• Strong knowledge of construction documents.
• Ability to communicate clearly and collaborate with multiple project stakeholders, interpret their needs, and identify solutions.
• Successful completion of pre-employment drug & alcohol requirements.
  
  

Working Conditions

• Able to meet the physical requirements of the position which involves sitting, standing, bending, climbing, lifting up to 50 pounds, and in all types of weather conditions (rain, snow, heat etc.
• Travel to various sites in the surrounding Calgary, AB area
• Working outdoors in various weather conditions.
  
  

Additional Information

Ledcor Technical Services (LTS) designs, builds, and maintains wireline or wireless networks that span North America and beyond. We are a proven leader and innovator in telecommunications network construction, maintenance, and service installation and repair.

Our workplace culture has been recognized as one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers, Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Cultures, and a Top 100 Inspiring Workplace in North America.

We are committed to the long-term success and wellbeing of our employees. Employees are provided with a comprehensive health and benefits package which includes extended health and dental, vision care, disability, and life insurance coverage as well as access to mental health and wellness resources through an employee family assistance program.

Employees also receive a competitive retirement package.  These programs are administered through the Union, in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable collective agreement.

Employment Equity

At Ledcor we believe diversity, equity, and inclusion should be part of everything we do. We are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, Veteran status or any other identifying characteristic are encouraged to apply.

Our True Blue team consists of individuals from all backgrounds who contribute diverse perspectives and experiences to Ledcor. We are committed to continuing to build on our culture of empowerment, inclusion and belonging.

Adjustments will be provided in all parts of our hiring process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance by submitting a request via email. For more information about Ledcor’s Inclusion and Diversity initiatives, please visit our I&D page.

1100 - 1st Street SE, Calgary, AB