Grounding Coordinator

Valard Group; Northwestern Ontario; Hybrid; CAD 62,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Valard Construction is seeking a Grounding Coordinator for the Waasigan Transmission Line Construction Project in Northern Ontario. This field-based role reports to the Construction Manager and leads a grounding crew (up to 10) with a focus on safety and high-voltage grounding systems.

Responsibilities include ensuring compliance with safety policies, completing daily field paperwork, mentoring crew members, and coordinating with the Safety Advisor and Construction Managers to manage scope,

Qualifications

• Post-secondary engineering education required.
• 5+ years of relevant HV grounding experience.
• Registered Engineer-in-Training with a provincial body (PEO).
• Knowledge of counterpoise installation with heavy equipment and groundwells.
• Experience with FOP testing methods.

Responsibilities

• Lead grounding activities and crew members (up to 10).
• Ensure compliance with Valard’s safety policies and procedures.
• Complete daily field paperwork (timesheets, reports).
• Coach and mentor employees on safety policies and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with project procedures and safety program requirements.
• Maintain positive work atmosphere and client relations on site.
• Collaborate with Safety Advisor to address safety concerns.
• Ensure crews follow the Quality Management Plan and work efficiently.
• Work with Construction Managers to understand full project scope and changes.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Counterpoise installation

FOP testing

Crew leadership

Reading blueprints

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

Meggers

Groundflex units

Job description

Our Transmission group is currently looking to add a Grounding Coordinator to our team, based on the Waasigan Transmission Line Construction Project in Northern Ontario.

Reporting to the Construction Manager, we are seeking a safety-focused Grounding Coordinator who has knowledge and experience in high-voltage transmission grounding systems, including counterpoise installation, groundwell construction, and FOP testing. This individual has the proven skills, competencies and capacity to lead and mentor a crew while ensuring strict compliance with safety policies, quality standards, and project procedures.

Please Note: this is a field based position in Northern Ontario. Successful candidates must be willing to work shifts based in the field.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead Grounding activities and crew members (up to 10 people)
• Ensure compliance with Valard’s safety Policies and Procedures
• Complete daily paperwork relating to jobsite, including timesheets, quality reports, field reports, etc.
• Coach and mentor employees to develop technical skills and on Valard’s safety policies and procedure
• Ensure compliance with project procedures as well as safety program requirements and construction quality practices
• Maintain a positive work atmosphere within the group as well as Client relations when interacting with the Client
• Work with on-site Safety Advisor to address any safety concerns brought forth by crews and or Client
• Ensure that the crews are following the Valard Quality Management Plan and that the work is being completed efficiently and effectively
• Work with Construction Managers to understand the full scope of the project to identify changes that could directly impact cost and schedule

• Post-Secondary education in Engineering
• 5 Years’ relevant experience
• Registered Engineer-in-Training with PEO or another provincial body
• Knowledge of Counterpoise installation with heavy equipment and installing groundwells
• Experience and understanding of FOP testing method
• Ability to read blueprints
• Experience using Meggers and Groudflex Units, and recording results

This position offers a rate of $45.00– $55.00 hourly, depending on experience and qualifications.

We offer a comprehensive and competitive total rewards package that incorporates a complete range of employee benefits, including an RRSP matching program, to ensure you have the tools necessary to manage, maintain, and improve your health and wellbeing.

About our Business

Valard Construction is Canada’s premier utility contractor providing comprehensive EPC+ (engineering, procurement, construction) and maintenance services to utilities, independent power producers, mining, oil and gas industries and rural electric associations. We have the capabilities, knowledge, and resources to take on any project, any size, any complexity, anywhere. We are also part of QuantaServices, the largest electrical power contractor in North America.

Valard Construction is an equal opportunity employer.

* Depending on qualifications, the successful candidate may be offered a position at a more appropriate level.

* Applicants must have legal authorization to work in Canada with no restrictions.

* Valard Construction is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, without regard to race, religion, age, sex, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or disability. Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available on request during the recruitment process.

* We do not use automated tools to screen applications. All hiring decisions involve human review. This job posting is for an existing vacancy.