Technician, Construction & Maintenance - Athabasca

Apex Utilities Inc.; Town of Athabasca; On-site; CAD 56,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Retirement & savings plans

Insurance coverage for Life, LTD, and

Employee Assistance Program

Generous leave policies

Flexible work model

Safety-centric culture

Job summary

Apex Utilities Inc. in Athabasca, AB is seeking a Technician, Construction & Maintenance to join the Operations & Engineering team. In this unionized on-site role you will install gas piping, repair leaks, and support stations and metering facilities.

The position requires a high school diploma, at least one year in construction, a valid Alberta driver's license with appropriate class, and ability to meet physical demands. Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits are provided.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Minimum one year in a construction related job.
• Valid Alberta Driver’s license with appropriate class; driver’s abstract required.
• Ability to perform physical requirements of the position.

Responsibilities

• Install gas piping systems and perform related duties.
• Repair leaks and damages on buried and above ground pipelines and facilities.
• Assist in installation, construction, maintenance and operation on regulating stations and metering facilities.
• Operate construction and heavy work equipment.
• Stake projects and coordinate with contractors and customers.
• Perform annual maintenance and leak survey program.

Skills

Physical endurance

Team collaboration

Valid Alberta driver’s license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

MS Suite

GIS Software

TelDig

Job description

Technician, Construction & Maintenance - Athabasca

Job Category: Construction & Maintenance

Requisition Number: TECHN001644

Full-Time

On-site

Locations

Showing 1 location

Athabasca Regional Office
2710 48 Ave
Athabasca, AB T9S, CAN

Description

Job Posting: Technician, Construction & Maintenance – Athabasca
Job Category: Operations & Engineering
Requisition Number: 21-26
Application Deadline: Until a suitable candidate is found.
Wages: $41.59 – $43.91 per hour

Apex Utilities Inc. is a provincially regulated natural gas distribution utility delivering safe and reliable natural gas service to over 85,000 residential, rural, commercial, and industrial customers in more than 90 communities across Alberta. Supporting Albertans since 1954, Apex operates over 21,000 km of natural gas pipelines and over 600 pressure and regulating stations through a network of 16 district offices. If you share our passion for these values and are eager to make a meaningful impact, we invite you to join our dedicated team.

What You Will Do:

In this unionized position of Technician, Construction & Maintenance, you will play an essential role within our Operations workgroup. Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Installing gas piping systems and performing related duties;
• Repairing leaks and damages on buried and above ground pipelines and facilities;
• Assisting in the installation, construction, maintenance and operation work on regulating stations and metering facilities;
• Operating construction and heavy work equipment;
• Staking projects and coordinating with contractors and customers; and
• Performing annual maintenance and leak survey program.

What You Will Bring:

Required qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent;
• Minimum one (1) year in a construction related job;
• Valid Alberta Driver’s license either Class 5 with Air Brake, Class 3 with Air Brake or Class 1; An acceptable driver's abstract is also required for this position and
• Ability to perform all necessary physical requirements of the position.

Preferred skills and qualifications:

• Basic knowledge of MS Suite or equivalent;
• Basic knowledge of GIS Software;
• Experience with TelDig or similar software;
• Mechanical aptitude;
• Safety certificates including: Line stopping qualification to level 4; Ground Disturbance Level 2; Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA); and H2S Alive and Standard First Aid.

If you meet most but not all qualifications, you are still encouraged to apply.

What We Will Provide:

Apex Utilities Inc. is committed to your professional development and your overall health and safety. When you join our team, here is what you can expect:

• Competitive compensation.
• Retirement & savings plans.
• Insurance coverage for Life, LTD, and AD&D.
• Employee Assistance Program for legal, financial, and health-related support.
• Generous leave policies, including vacation, personal paid days, and volunteer day for work-life balance.
• A flexible work model tailored to the requirements of both office and field staff.
• A safety-centric culture.

Inclusive Workplace:

At Apex Utilities Inc., we are dedicated to an inclusive workplace that celebrates the unique strengths, perspectives, and experiences of all our employees. We believe that our differences empower us to become a stronger team, leading to better decisions, innovation, and business results.