Labourer - Telecom Construction

Ledcor; Calgary; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in telecommunications is seeking an experienced Utility Construction Labourer in Calgary, AB. You will operate equipment and assist with underground utility construction, ensuring safe practices and efficient workflows. This role requires strong technical skills, teamwork, and the ability to work outdoors in various conditions.

Benefits

Comprehensive health and benefits package

Competitive retirement package

Qualifications

• Experience working in underground utility construction or civil construction is an asset.
• Capable of reading underground telecommunication plans.
• Successful completion of pre-employment drug & alcohol requirements.

Responsibilities

• Completes regular vehicle maintenance checks and manages paperwork.
• Works with crew members to perform tasks like excavating and placing underground cables.
• Maintains a healthy and safe work environment for crew and the public.

Skills

Time Management

Problem Solving

Technical Aptitude

Communication

Tools

Mini Excavators

Skid Steers

Backhoes

Job description

You are an experienced Utility Construction labourer 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.

Join the Ledcor Technical Services team today and play a key role in advancing telecommunications infrastructure in Calgary, AB.

Learn more about working at Ledcor: Watch here.

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 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:

• Experience working in the underground utility construction, civil construction or landscaping is an asset

• Capable of reading underground telecommunication plans and work maps

• Experience operating and maintaining mini excavators, skid steers and backhoes

• 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

• Clean drivers abstract

• Successful completion of pre-employment drug & alcohol requirements

Working Conditions:

• Travel to various sites in the surrounding Calgary, AB area

• Working outdoors in various weather conditions

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.

We are committed to the long-term success and wellbeing of our employees. 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.

Employment Equity

At Ledcor we believe diversity, equity, and inclusion should be part of everything we do. We are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, Veteran status or any other identifying characteristic are encouraged to apply.

Our True Blue team consists of individuals from all backgrounds who contribute diverse perspectives and experiences to Ledcor. We are committed to continuing to build on our culture of empowerment, inclusion and belonging.

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 .