Field Assistant

McElhanney; Red Deer; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Field Assistant to join their team in Red Deer, AB. This role offers a unique opportunity to work outdoors while gaining hands-on surveying and line locating experience. You will assist in utility locates and surveys, ensuring compliance with contractual obligations. The company is recognized as one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers, providing a supportive environment with flexible work rotations, training, and a comprehensive benefits package. If you enjoy outdoor work and are looking for a rewarding career, this position could be the perfect fit for you.

Benefits

Extended health and dental coverage

Healthcare spending account

RRSP matching

Maternity and parental leave top-up

Employee & Family Assistance Program

Performance bonus plan

Potential share ownership

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; technical education and experience are assets.
• Must be physically fit and able to work in varied environmental conditions.

Responsibilities

• Assist utility locate team and prepare accurate field notes.
• Maintain equipment and ensure resources are available in the field.

Skills

Communication Skills

Physical Fitness

General Computer Knowledge

Education

High School Diploma

Technical School Education

Tools

Chainsaw

Axe

Sledgehammer

Shovel

Metal Detector

Survey Tripod

Job description

Based in Western Canada for over 110 years, McElhanney offers innovative and practical engineering, surveying, mapping, planning, landscape architecture, and environmental services. As a 100% employee-owned and operated firm, with over 1,400 staff members in 33 locations, we are proud to offer qualified staff with shareholding options in our company. At McElhanney, we work in teams to build strong connections with our staff, clients, and local communities. Our employees enjoy working here because of our varied projects, high levels of autonomy, opportunities for career development, excellent total compensation and benefits package, and collaborating with a team of great professionals.

The Opportunity:

McElhanney – Recognized as one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers, is looking for a Field Assistant to join our team in Red Deer, AB. This is a great opportunity for a dedicated individual who enjoys working in the great outdoors, looking to gain hands-on surveying and line locating experience. Reporting to a Field Supervisor or Crew Lead, you will provide assistance to the operations team for the timely and efficient completion of utility locates and surveys in order to meet contractual and legal obligations.

• The ability to travel and work out of town in remote areas for extended periods of time is required.

What You Can Expect:

• Overtime earned at time and a half.
• Flexible work rotations suited to your needs.
• Camp work, accommodations and living allowance provided based on travel requirements.
• Hands-on training and safety allowance for personal protective equipment.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Follow directives received from Field Supervisor or Crew Chief to assist utility locate team.
• Prepare accurate field notes, when required.
• Clean and maintain equipment, maintain supplies, stock company vehicle, and ensure necessary physical resources are available in the field, with minimal supervision.
• May be required to use tools and equipment such as chainsaw, axe, sledgehammer, shovel, metal detector, and survey tripod in order to complete assigned tasks.

What You’ll Bring:

• High school diploma, technical school education, and previous experience an asset but not required.
• Physically fit, able to lift heavy equipment, willing to work in varied environmental conditions, able to work in wildlife populated areas, and willing to work in remote areas for extended periods and varied hours.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Ability to travel out of town for up to three-week periods.
• Good written and verbal communication skills, and general computer knowledge.

Salary Range: The salary range for this position is $19- $25 per hour. McElhanney offers fair compensation that is commensurate with the individual’s education, experience, skills, and professional qualifications. The posted base salary/wage range is representative of the required level of qualifications and experience for the position as noted in the job posting. The salary offered will be based on the experience and qualifications of the successful candidate.

What Can We Offer You?

• Extended health and dental coverage, healthcare spending account, and RRSP matching.
• Maternity and parental leave top-up.
• Employee & Family Assistance Program, which offers support in person, online or over the phone.
• A workplace culture that is characterized by respect and inclusion for all.
• Competitive salary, participation in our generous performance bonus plan, and opportunity to join an employee-owned firm with potential share ownership.
• Opportunity to join an employee-owned firm that is recognized as one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers (2023).

Our Commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion

At McElhanney, our unwavering commitment lies in cultivating a culture that aligns with our core values and fosters diversity, equity, and inclusion. We celebrate the collective achievements of a team rich in expertise, experiences, and perspectives, and welcome applications from individuals of diverse ethnicities, religions, backgrounds, genders, sexual orientations, gender identities, aboriginal statuses, various age groups, and those with disabilities. Requests for accommodations can be made at any stage of the selection process. If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet all of the requirements outlined. We’re interested in getting to know you and explore the unique contributions you can bring to McElhanney!

If this is the opportunity for you, apply now or visit www.mcelhanney.com/careers to learn more. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.