Skilled Labourer – Civil Construction (Travel Required)

Manufacturing Job Site; Calgary; On-site; CAD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Daily LOA

Extended health care

Dental care

Vision care

Disability insurance

Overtime pay

Paid time off

Career advancement opportunities

Company events

Job summary

BAAC is seeking a Skilled Labourer to support water, sewer, storm, and underground utilities on a remote Fox Creek project. You will work with civil construction crews on municipal/industrial infrastructure, focusing on excavation, pipe installation, grading, and site servicing.

The role requires at least 3 years in water and sewer construction, strong safety habits, and the ability to work outdoors in variable weather on a rotational schedule. LOA is provided for days spent away from Calgary.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of civil construction experience.
• Minimum 3 years of water and sewer construction experience.
• Valid Class 5 Driver's License with clean abstract.
• Ability to work a rotational schedule in Fox Creek, Alberta.
• Experience around underground utility construction and excavation activities.

Responsibilities

• Assist with installation of water, sanitary sewer, storm sewer, and underground utility systems.
• Perform pipe installation, bedding, backfilling, compaction, and utility tie-ins.
• Assist excavation crews and work safely around trenching operations.
• Read and interpret construction drawings, grades, and utility locates.
• Install manholes, catch basins, valves, hydrants, and related infrastructure.
• Perform grading, site preparation, restoration, and cleanup activities.
• Safely operate hand tools, compaction equipment, pumps, and small construction equipment.
• Support operators, forepersons, pipe crews, and survey personnel.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Safety-conscious

Reading drawings

Physical stamina

Tools

Skid steers

Excavators

Loaders

Compactors

Job description

11330 70 Street Southeast, Calgary, AB, T2C 4Y3

About BAAC

BAAC is one of Canada's fastest-growing infrastructure companies, specializing in civil construction, underground utilities, and infrastructure projects across Western Canada. Headquartered in Calgary, Alberta, BAAC delivers the essential infrastructure that supports growing communities and future development.

We are currently seeking experienced Skilled Labourers to join our Civil Construction team in Fox Creek, Alberta. This position is focused on water and sewer infrastructure construction and is ideal for individuals looking to build a long-term career with a growing organization.

Please note this position is for a remote project located in Fox Creek, Alberta, with daily Living Out Allowance (LOA) provided.

Benefits

• Daily Living Out Allowance paid each day worked outside of Calgary.
• Extended health care (100% employer-paid coverage)
• Dental care
• Vision care
• Disability insurance
• Overtime pay
• Paid time off
• Company events and birthday celebrations
• Career advancement opportunities into Lead Hand, Operator, Foreperson, and Supervisor positions.

Position Summary

The Skilled Labourer plays a critical role in supporting civil construction operations related to water, sewer, storm, and underground utility infrastructure. The successful candidate will have previous experience working on municipal or industrial underground utility projects and possess a strong understanding of excavation, pipe installation, grading, and site servicing activities.

A minimum of 3 years of water and sewer construction experience is required for this position.

The successful candidate will be safety-focused, reliable, physically fit, and capable of working in a fast-paced construction environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with the installation of water, sanitary sewer, storm sewer, and underground utility systems
• Perform pipe installation, bedding, backfilling, compaction, and utility tie-ins
• Assist excavation crews and work safely around trenching operations
• Read and interpret construction drawings, grades, and utility locates
• Install manholes, catch basins, valves, hydrants, and related infrastructure
• Perform grading, site preparation, restoration, and cleanup activities
• Safely operate hand tools, compaction equipment, pumps, and small construction equipment
• Support operators, forepersons, pipe crews, and survey personnel
• Assist with utility daylighting and crossing exposures
• Complete daily safety documentation and hazard assessments
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe worksite
• Ensure work is completed according to project specifications and quality standards

Requirements & Qualifications

Mandatory Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of civil construction experience
• Minimum 3 years of water and sewer construction experience
• Experience working around underground utility construction and excavation activities
• Valid Class 5 Driver's License
• Clean Driver's Abstract
• Ability to work a rotational schedule in Fox Creek, Alberta
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions
• Strong understanding of trench safety and underground construction practices
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Commitment to safety, quality, and productivity
• Class 5 License with ability to safely tow trailers and equipment

Preferred Qualifications

• Class 3 Driver's License
• Ground Disturbance Level II
• CSTS 2020
• Standard First Aid & CPR
• H2S Alive
• Confined Space Entry
• Traffic Control / Flagger Certification
• Experience operating skid steers, compactors, loaders, or excavators
• Experience working on municipal infrastructure projects