URD Lead Hand

Black & McDonald; Calgary; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in Calgary is seeking a committed Lead Hand to join their team. This role involves leading activities on underground URD distribution construction sites and working collaboratively with tradespersons and coordinators. Candidates should have 2-5 years of experience in the construction industry and a High School Diploma. The firm offers competitive compensation, ongoing training, and opportunities for growth within the organization.

Benefits

Competitive compensation and benefits packages

Ongoing investment in training and development

Long-term stability

Opportunities to learn and grow

Qualifications

• 2-5 years’ experience in the construction industry, particularly in a General Laborer role.
• Experience working on utilities (electrical/civil) projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead a URD team on construction sites.
• Assist tradespersons and provide direction to equipment operators.
• Operate pneumatic tools and perform site activities as directed.

Skills

Ability to work safely

Ability to work in a team environment

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

ABOUT THIS CAREER OPPORTUNITY

Black & McDonald’s Western Utilities team is growing! If you are a committed and collaborative individual looking to contribute to a hard‑working, innovative team, this opportunity is for you.

Based in Calgary, the Lead Hand is responsible for performing and leading general activities on year round underground URD distribution construction sites in Calgary and surrounding areas. They will liaise with tradespersons, coordinators, managers, and site superintendent personnel to accomplish project milestones in a safe, efficient, and effective manner.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Take initiative to lead a URD team.
• Load and unload construction materials and move materials to work areas.
• Assist tradespersons (electricians) as required.
• Provide direction and guidance to heavy equipment operators to secure special attachments to equipment, signal operators to guide them in moving equipment and provide assistance in other activities.
• Assist in installing various utilities and being familiar with specifications requirements with Fortis, Atco Gas, Shaw / Rogers and TELUS shallow installation practices.
• Level earth / sand / gravel to fine grade specifications using rake and shovel.
• Operate pneumatic tools, tampers and tools as directed.
• Direct traffic at or near construction sites.
• Perform other activities at construction sites, as directed.

COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS

• Communicates Effectively
• Holds Self and Others Accountable
• Problem Solving and Innovation
• Values and Respects Others
• Coaches and Develops

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• High School Diploma

WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• 2-5 years’ experience working in the construction industry in a General Laborer role, on utilities (electrical/civil) projects.

SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to work safely
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Possesses a valid Alberta Drivers License, Class 5 (or 3), and a clean drivers abstract
• Experience in reading and interpreting utility locates/ blueprint drawings, and ordering materials such as aggregates
• Ground Disturbance Certification
• Construction Safety Certifications including the following are considered assets. Traffic Control Person (TPS) Certification Flagging Certification Confined Space Awareness/Rescue Fall Arrest WHMIS First Aid Leadership for Safety Excellence (LSE)

Black & McDonald welcomes and encourages applications from persons with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process.

BENEFITS

• One company with endless opportunities to learn and grow
• Empowered people with ambitious goals
• Ongoing investment in training and development
• Competitive compensation and benefits packages
• Interesting and challenging work
• Long‑term stability