Utility Construction Technician - Equipment & Site Support

Valard Construction; Guelph; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading utility contractor in Central Ontario is seeking a Utility Person. In this hands-on role, you will support the construction of electrical power systems. Candidates should have experience with equipment operation and a strong commitment to safety. This position is unionized, offering comprehensive benefits through the Canadian Union of Skilled Workers. Candidates must reside locally or be within a reasonable commuting distance.

Benefits

Union benefits

Equal opportunity employer

Accommodation available for disabilities

Qualifications

• Valid Driver's License and acceptable driver's abstract required.
• Experience in distribution groundwork or electrical utility construction considered a strong asset.
• Experience hauling and operating heavy equipment considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Support the construction of overhead and underground electrical distribution systems.
• Read, interpret, and verify utility locates.
• Operate heavy and light equipment safely.
• Perform rock drilling, chipping, and boring as needed.
• Assist with site preparation and cleanup.

Skills

Ground Disturbance training

WHMIS training

Traffic Control training

Reading utility locates

Equipment operation

Safety commitment

Tools

Mini-excavator

Skid steer

Backhoe

Job description

A leading utility contractor in Central Ontario is seeking a Utility Person. In this hands-on role, you will support the construction of electrical power systems. Candidates should have experience with equipment operation and a strong commitment to safety. This position is unionized, offering comprehensive benefits through the Canadian Union of Skilled Workers. Candidates must reside locally or be within a reasonable commuting distance.