Grademan / Gradeperson

Firma Contracting Inc.; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Firma Contracting Inc. is seeking a skilled Grademan / Gradeperson for duct bank projects in Edmonton. The role involves collaborating with the foreman to manage site operations, establish grades, and maintain safety standards. Ideal candidates will have substantial experience in civil work and the ability to mentor junior staff.

Benefits

Competitive wages

Work / life balance

Opportunities for advancement

Training provided

Potential for winter work

Qualifications

• 2+ years of grade work experience required.
• Capable of reading blueprints and grade sheets.
• Safety conscious and organized.

Responsibilities

• Work with the foreman to establish work planning and flow.
• Maintain communication to ensure safety, quality, and timing.
• Complete site documentation and participate in inspections.

Skills

Grade work experience

Civil / Earthworks experience

Blueprint reading

Survey equipment usage

Safety consciousness

Rigging techniques

Strong communication skills

Mentoring ability

Job description

Grademan / Gradeperson

Firma Contracting is currently seeking an experienced Grademan / Gradeperson to work on duct bank projects located in Edmonton. We offer competitive wages, work / life balance, great opportunity for advancement, training and potential for work over the winter.

Duties include (but are not limited to):

• Work with the foreman to determine work planning and flow
• Establish grade for civil work
  
• Work closely with the foreman to respond to materials needed
• Maintain a high level of communication with the crew and operators to ensure safety, quality and timing
• Complete site documentation as required
• Participate in inspections and incidents - address deficiencies / issues through corrective actions
• Conduct oneself in a professional manner with honesty and integrity

Required Skills:

• 2+ years of grade work experience
• Civil / Earthworks experience
• Prior duct bank experience is an asset
• Ability to read blueprints and grade sheets
• Ability to use various survey equipment
• Safety conscious
• Competent in the use of various rigging techniques and mechanisms
• Organized and always one step ahead of the crew
• Able to work independently and follow instruction from the foreman
• Able to support other positions as needed
• Strong communication skills – provide instructions clearly with sufficient detail
• Ability to mentor workers for advancement
• Consistent, reliable and always show up for work fit for duty

Required Certifications:

• CSTS 2020
• WHMIS 2015
• Ground Disturbance Level 2