Top Man - Underground Construction - Edmonton & Leduc Area

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Top Man – Underground Construction – Edmonton & Leduc Area

Title Top Man – Underground Construction – Edmonton & Leduc Area

LocationEdmonton, AB

Job Information

Whissell Contracting Ltd has established a solid reputation for providing construction solutions in Alberta and British Columbia. We are built on strong core values and take pride in our Team, our dedication to Safety, and excellence in the work we do. For over 5 decades, Whissell’ s expertise has focused on deep Underground Utility infrastructure and Earthwork construction services.

Whissell is looking for individuals that want to be part of an industry leader whose goals are to keep ahead of the curve on technology and innovative solutions. If you are committed to growing Whissell services, divisions, and innovating renewable energy solutions to the industry, Apply today! We look forward to you joining our Team.

Whissell is currently looking for Top man with underground utilities construction experience to join our Edmonton team. The successful candidate will display high attention to detail as they assist the Operations Team with various aspects of construction projects. Reporting to the Superintendent , the Top man will support Whissell’s vision, mission, S.P.I.R.I.T of values, and three daily pillars of Safety, Quality and Efficiency.

START DATE OF FEB 2022

Core Responsibilities

Duties and Required Skills

Report any formal issues/incidences to Foreman

Prepare, load, and help laborers gather tools required for the day

Assist crew members in the ditch by watching slopes, rolling lumps of dirt, and shifting ditch walls

Utilize and prepare all tools required in the ditch.

Remains at the respective post at all times

Act as the main communication point between laborers, pipe layers, and foreman

Hook up and crane tools into the ditch

Assists in loading/unloading of ditch/site protection (fencing/barricades) and setup

Act as the main watchpoint for hazards, ladders, slopes, etc.

Measuring for proper height of batter boards, and continuously ensuring they are level

Direct manpower and assets as required

Ability to correctly mentor junior crew members

Demonstrates ability to protect work area with correct signage, barricades, and fencing

Understands encroachment limitations/distances when working near overhead/underground utilities

Understands excavator right of ways

Understands correct rigging requirements, including cables, shackles, and tie points

Correctly centers loads to be lifted into the ditch

Can read blueprints, drawings, and grade sheets

Assist in acquiring HI and shooting eye level

Essential Qualifications

First Aid – Standard with CPR

WHMIS

RSTS/CSTS is considered an asset

What We Offer You

Competitive compensation and incentive program

Excellent Health and Dental benefit plan

Safety incentive program

Professional and Career development opportunities

Strong commitment to safety in the workplace

Family owned and operated, you are not just a number, you are family

What We Offer You

Competitive wage depending on experience

Excellent Health and Dental benefit plan

Amazing Professional and Career development opportunities

Strong commitment to safety in the workplace

Wonderful team, Whissell is Family owned and operated, you are not just a number, you are family

PLEASE NOTE: All Whissell employees are required to pass a Pre-Employment Drug & Alcohol Test and provide a valid Driver’s Abstract (no more than three months old) prior to starting work.

Overtime may be required during peak months.

To apply, please submit your resume and driver’s abstract letter through indeed or visit our website www.whissell.ca/jobs/ TO APPLY!

At Whissell we value diversity of expertise, talent and opinion creating an innovative and collaborative environment. We are committed to a respectful and inclusive workplace and welcome applications from all qualified individuals.

No agencies please.

COVID – 19 Considerations

Employees are expected and required to follow all safety and PPE measures, including maintaining physical distancing of 2 meters. Whissell evaluates these requirements regularly and follows the recommendation by health authorities and we adjust the requirements as needed.