Field Labour Jobs

Job description

Double Star Drilling – Edmonton, Alberta

Job Position:Labourer & Drillers Assistants

Job Status: Full Time

Doublestar Drilling has an immediate opening for a Full TimeLabourerfor our Shoring and Piling division in Edmonton, Alberta. Previous field experience as a labourer is an asset.

The shoring & piling labourer is responsible for assisting with all field operations and general site duties to assist operators and crew with equipment to drive various types of steel pilings into the ground for use as foundation support for buildings and other structures. The labourer will operate small and medium sized equipment, review construction tasks, evaluates site conditions, anticipates and solves potential site issues and assures standards of safety and quality are consistently met or exceeded while maintaining the timeline of the project schedule. The shoring & piling labourer is responsible for the safe operation of their assigned piece of equipment and ensuring safety of themselves and other workers around them.

Key Duties

· Minimum 1 year of experience working as a field labourer, further training will be provided.

· Ability to perform strenuous outdoor work in exposed weather conditions

· Must be physically fit and able to lift 50lbs, unassisted

· Perform work in a safe manner in accordance with Double Star Drilling’s safe work practices, policies and procedures

· Capable of working under numerous and varied job site situations (ex: busy sites)

· Ability to identify hazards, complete FLHA’s and implement safe controls for tasks

· Operating and maintaining hand tools

· Traffic control

· General equipment maintenance & completing maintenance logs

· Participating in all safety meetings and toolbox talks

· Any previous equipment experience is an asset (skid-steer, telehandler, loader, etc.)

· Assist with other duties as required

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Qualifications

· Minimum of 1 year of previous experience working as a labourer around heavy equipment is beneficial

· Valid Class 5 driver’s license (clean abstract) with own transportation

· Valid CSTS-2020

· PPE Provided- Hard Hat, Glasses, Gloves, Ear Protection, Coveralls.You are required to have your own CSA Approved Steel Toe Bootsand warmer clothes for winter season

· First Aid considered an asset

· May be required to perform a drug and alcohol test for pre project access or post-incident

· Mechanically inclined an asset

· Experience with various power tools, shovels, and other construction equipment

· Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

· Valid Ground Disturbance considered an asset

Working Conditions

· Overtime as required

· Must be able to travel out of town and accommodate last minute scheduling

· Repetitive bending and lifting

Hours and Schedule

Doublestar Drilling’s tentative operation hours are from 7:00AM to 5:00PM Monday through Friday. Depending on production, schedule and timelines weekends may be required

Notes

· Only those candidates who are selected for an interview will be contacted

· Please indicate the position of “Shoring & Piling Division Labourer” on your resume or cover letter

*No phone calls please*

What We Offer

· Competitive Salary with Overtime

· Benefits package including Medical and Dental after 3 months of continuous employment

· RRSP Matching Plan after 3 months of continuous employment

· Positive Work environment

· Employee Referral Program

· Professional Growth Opportunities

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: $20-$34 per hour depending on experience

Benefits:

• Dental care
• RRSP match
• Extended health care

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• 8 hour shift
• 10 hour shift

Supplemental pay types:

• Overtime pay

Experience:

• Construction: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• Class 5 Licence (preferred)