Laborer - Telecom Construction

Ledcor; Martintown; On-site; CAD 37,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental benefits

Retirement package

Travel and accommodation allowances

Job summary

Ledcor is seeking an experienced Utility Construction Laborer for an Ontario project in Martintown. You will work with the crew to perform underground utility and civil construction tasks, operate equipment, and ensure safety under the Foreperson's direction.

Responsibilities include vehicle maintenance, site prep, conduit installation, and restoring sites. Travel to sites may be required, with a strong emphasis on safety and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Valid G driver's license with clean driving record.
• Experience in underground utility, civil construction, or landscaping is a plus.
• Ability to read underground telecommunication plans and work maps.
• Strong time management and ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Proven problem-solving ability and quick learning.
• Clear and concise written communication for various forms.

Responsibilities

• Performs regular vehicle maintenance checks and documents results.
• Drives a cube van or 3-ton dump truck with trailer.
• Keeps crew vehicles clean and organized.
• Assists with excavations, conduits, and laying underground cables as directed.
• Operates light equipment and handles items up to 50 lbs.
• Reads locates and follows safe digging practices at all times.
• Restores job sites to their original condition after work.
• Maintains a safe work environment for crew and public.

Skills

Driving

Reading plans

Time management

Problem solving

Written communication

Rapid learning

Job description

Description

You are an experienced Utility Construction Laborer with knowledge of underground utility or civil construction and maintenance. You will be responsible for performing general day to day duties and operating equipment alongside other crew members to complete work safely and efficiently, under the direction of the Foreperson.

You are an experienced Utility Construction Laborer with knowledge of underground utility or civil construction and maintenance. You will be responsible for performing general day to day duties and operating equipment alongside other crew members to complete work safely and efficiently, under the direction of the Foreperson.

Essential Responsibilities

• Completes regular vehicle maintenance checks and associated paperwork
• Drives cube van or 3-ton dump truck with trailer in tow
• Keeps crew vehicles clean and organized
• Works with crew members to perform tasks (excavating pits, rod, and rope conduits, placing underground cables in conduits, assisting in directional bore operations, removing and replacing concrete and asphalt, etc...)
• Operates light equipment and lifts heavy items (up to 50 lbs.)
• Reads underground utility locates and ensures safe digging practices are always being adhered to
• Assists in restoring job sites back to their original state
• Maintains a healthy and safe work environment for the crew, the public, the customer, and Ledcor

Qualifications

• Must have a valid G driver’s license and a clean driver abstract
• Experience working in the underground utility construction, civil construction or landscaping is an asset
• Capable of reading underground telecommunication plans and work maps
• Strong time management skills with the ability to attend to a broad range of activities
• Technically adept with a strong ability to learn quickly, analyze information, and problem solve
• Capable of writing clearly and succinctly for different forms of communication

Working Conditions

• Applicants residing in the St. Andrews, Ontario area will be given preference due to the location of this project
• Some travel will be required to site and/or other office locations
• Working outdoors in various weather conditions

Compensation

$27.40 - $36.35 per hour

This is the applicable wage range for this position. Individuals will be assigned a base wage within this range based on trade certification and/or apprenticeship level, industry experience, and work location.

Remote, site-based positions may be eligible for additional incentives including but not limited to travel and accommodation allowances.

• Employees are provided with a comprehensive health and benefits package which includes extended health and dental, vision care, disability, and life insurance coverage as well as access to mental health and wellness resources through an employee family assistance program.
• Employees also receive a competitive retirement package. These programs are administered through the Union, in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable collective agreement.

Additional Information

Ledcor Technical Services (LTS) designs, builds, and maintains wireline or wireless networks that span North America and beyond. We are a proven leader and innovator in telecommunications network construction, maintenance, and service installation and repair.

Our workplace culture has been recognized as one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers, Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Cultures, and a Top 100 Inspiring Workplace in North America.

Employment Equity

At Ledcor we believe diversity, equity, and inclusion should be part of everything we do. We are proud to be an equal‑

Adjustments will be provided in all parts of our hiring process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance by submitting a request via email. For more information about Ledcor’s Inclusion and Diversity initiatives, please visit our I&D page.

17535 Island Road, Martintown, Ontario