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Are you ready to be part of Western Canada's leading environmental team? At KBL, we specialize in delivering inspired environmental solutions across Environmental Projects & Consulting Services, Waste Facilities, and Transportation. As an emerging leader in the industry, we attribute our success to our exceptional team. Safety is our top priority, and we are guided by our core values of accountability, diligence, resourcefulness, and responsibility.

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We are looking to add a Utility Construction Labourer / Backhoe Operator to our team!

Position Title: Utility Construction Labourer/ Backhoe Operator

Reports to: Utility Manager

Department: Utilities

Job Type: Full-Time

Job Location: Based out of Red Deer, Alberta. Some out-of-town travel is required.

Position Summary

The Utility Construction Labourer / Backhoe Operator is responsible for participating in daily tasks to complete work with telecommunication and light power facility construction. The ideal candidate should also be familiar with directional drilling, hydro-vac, excavation and trenching, conduit placement, and cable pulling.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Safe operation of a backhoe to expose utility lines, including power, water, and gas lines
• Manual work to support daily project tasks
• Operate small hand tools
• Operate equipment such as – direction drills, hydro-vacs, & excavators
• Operate 1-5 ton trucks and pull trailers
• Pull underground cable
• Setting pedestals, vaults and tie ins
• Complete line locates as required
• Participate in the company health and safety program

Physical Requirements

• Some heavy lifting and physically demanding duties are required.

Work Environment

• Work is completed outdoors, there can be exposure to extreme weather in the spring and summer months. There can be exposure to dust, noise, mud, and water.
• Must be available to work approx. 50 working hours over a 6-day work week with the requirement for occasional additional hours.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience with Backhoe operation
• 2-3 years of experience working around underground utilities
• Valid Driver's License
• Standard First Aid CPR
• Ground Disturbance Level II
• Pre-Access A&D Test Required
• Must provide a Driver's Abstract (30 days current)
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Must be able to work well under pressure

What KBL offer's the right candidate

• Career opportunities – we are a growing company!
• Professional development – learn from the best in the industry!
• Competitive benefits package including all the basics plus Health Care Spending Account, Wellness Account, and matching RRSP
• Managers who are held accountable for employee engagement
• Flexible working environment and hours
• Comfortable and modern workspace and amenities
• Competitive pay that matches your experience and qualifications

We welcome and encourage applicants of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. If you require accommodations during the recruitment process, please let us know.

While we thank all applicants for their interest, only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.