Valard Construction

Construction

HydrovacSwamper

Sherwood Park, Alberta, Canada FULL TIME
The Brief

“Hydrovac Swamper at Valard Construction. Support Hydrovac Operator in performing excavations. Handle hoses and hydrovac equipment”

Industry & Context.

Construction
Eligibility Requirements

Physical work in all weather conditions, Physically capable of lifting up to 50 lbs, Working in confined spaces, Performing duties in various weather conditions, Willingness to work extended hours, Willingness to work evenings, Willingness to work weekends, Willingness to work on-call shifts, Legal authorization to work in Canada with no restrictions

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

2 years of relevant experience, Basic understanding of hydrovac operations, Basic understanding of general job site safety practices, Situational awareness, Ability to work safely around underground utilities, Physically capable of lifting up to 50 lbs, Willingness to work in confined spaces, Willingness to perform duties in various weather conditions, Willingness to work extended hours, Willingness to work evenings, Willingness to work weekends, Willingness to work on-call shifts

Nice to Have

Preferably in a hydrovac or construction-related role

What You'll Do.

Support Hydrovac Operator in performing excavations

Handle hoses and hydrovac equipment

Assist with debris disposal

Assist with backfilling

Follow directions promptly during excavation

Follow company safety procedures

Follow Alberta OH&S regulations

Complete required safety training

Complete site-specific orientations

Identify and report hazards

Report unsafe conditions

Assist in daily inspection of tools

Assist in daily inspection of hoses

Assist in daily inspection of hydrovac units

Support regular housekeeping of equipment

Support regular housekeeping of vehicles

Contribute to respectful work environment

Contribute to team-oriented work environment

Support other tasks as assigned

Remain adaptable to changing work environments

Remain adaptable to changing weather

Remain adaptable to changing project demands

Assist in recording site activities

Assist in completing basic field paperwork

Help ensure daily reports are completed accurately

Help ensure safety logs are completed accurately

Help ensure client forms are completed accurately

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Contribute to a respectful and team-oriented work environment

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