laborer Edmonton
EPCOR
Full Time
Edmonton
53851 - 12.04 CAD HOURLY Today
Job description
Highlights of the job
We are hiring up to two (2) full time temporary Labourer 2 positions (for up to 11 months), to join our crews in areas of Operations, Maintenance or Preventative Maintenance working out of the Aurum location in Edmonton, AB!
EPCOR Water Services is looking for self-motivated and hard-working individuals with previous labourer experience to work outdoors in all weather conditions to operate and maintain the water distribution & transmission network in Edmonton, AB.
We are accepting applications from current EPCOR Employees and external applicants at this time.
What you’d be responsible for
Reporting to the Manager of Operations, the Labourer 2 position is accountable for, but not limited to:
Repairing water mains, valves, hydrants and other assets.- Operating valves.
- Flushing and repairing hydrants.
- Performing hydrant flow tests.
- Completing black dirt and concrete restoration.
- Driving EPCOR vehicles to move tools & equipment to and from the job site.
- Use of hand tools, power tools, pumps, and other equipment.
- Supporting excavation crews to complete underground repairs on the water network.
- Updating the system and maintaining accurate records.
- Making safety a priority and supporting the achievement of a "zero injury" culture.
- Demonstrating a high performance, high discipline, safe, accountable, focused, innovative and achievement-oriented, easy to do business with manner of working.
- Various other duties related to operations and maintenance of the water distribution system as assigned.
What’s required to be successful
Grade 12 diploma or equivalent.- A minimum of 1 year of related labour experience.
- Valid Class 5 Alberta Driver's License
- Limited to 6 demerits or less at date of hire
- A Driver Abstract (5yr. Commercial type) will be required.
- Drivers with a GDL class will not be considered
- Ability to qualify for and maintain an EPCOR driver's permit.
- Demonstrated capability to meet the physical demands of the position (clearance on pre-placement medical and drug and alcohol testing will be required) including:
- Lifting/carrying weights up to 22kg (50lbs) on a daily basis
- Working outdoors in all weather conditions
- Security Background Clearance (criminal check) and professional reference check will be required.
As our best candidate, you are reliable, hardworking and willing to work outdoors in all weather conditions. You have interpersonal skills, verbal and written communication skills, and are comfortable using technology. You have a strong commitment to public health, safety, and the environment. You are successful working in a team or unsupervised, in a busy and occasionally stressful environment. You take initiative, adapt to change, and continually look for ways improve the team’s processes.
Health and safety are integral to EPCOR's work and we strive to maintain a zero-injury organizational culture. As a successful candidate, you possess a high level of safety awareness and consistently demonstrate safe work practices at all times.
Other important facts about this job
Jurisdiction: CUPE30, Class: 7702
Starting Wage: $25.89 per hour
- Final wage placement will be determined at the time of selection
Hours of work: 10 hours per day, 4 days per week. Some successful candidates may participate in a rotating shift schedule (day and night) which is subject to compressed hours and the "Alternate Hours of Work Addendum" as per the current CUPE 30 Collective Agreement. Other successful candidates will be required to work a standby rotation shift (Wednesday to Wednesday). Some positions are only required until the fall of 2023, while others may have the opportunity to work up to 24 months as required by operations.
The selected candidates may be required to work overtime and perform job duties at work locations both within and outside the boundaries of the City of Edmonton.
Application deadline: June 13, 2023
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Please note the following information:
- A requirement of working for EPCOR is that you are at least 18 years of age, successfully attained a high school diploma (GED, or equivalent level of secondary education) and legally entitled to work in Canada. (A copy of a valid work permit may be required.)
- If you are considered for the position, clearance on all applicable background checks (which may include criminal, identity, educational, and/or credit) and professional reference checks is required. Some EPCOR positions require an enhanced level of background assessment, which is dictated by law. These positions require advanced criminal record checks that must also be conducted from time to time after commencement of employment.
- A technical/practical assessment may be administered during the selection process and this exercise will be used as a part of the selection criterion.
- To meet the physical demands required of some positions, candidates must be in good physical condition and willing to work in all weather conditions. Clearance on pre-placement medical and drug and alcohol testing may be required.
About EPCOR
CEO: Stuart Lee
Revenue: $2 to $5 billion (USD)
Size: 1001 to 5000 Employees
Type: Company - Private
Website: www.epcor.com
Year Founded: 1891
EPCOR
www.epcor.com
Edmonton, Canada
Stuart Lee
$2 to $5 billion (USD)
1001 to 5000 Employees
Company - Private
Energy & Utilities
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