Skilled Bridge Worker – Highway Maintenance

Job title:

Skilled Bridge Worker – Highway Maintenance

Company

Ledcor

Job description

DescriptionJob Summary: Ledcor Highway Maintenance has long-term and seasonal career opportunities with the bridge work team. With multiple positions available and contracts at least seven years in length, Ledcor offers you the stability of year-round or seasonal employment, and the chance to make long-term plans all while being part of a great team dedicated to safe operations.We are looking for enthusiastic and team-oriented people to join our team that helps maintain our Alberta Provincial and Municipal highways. You have previous experience, skills, and a desire to work for an industry leading employer and great community-minded organization. We offer industry-leading wages, excellent training, benefits, RSP’s and career growth potential with advancement opportunities within our diversified company. You will be responsible for maintenance of Alberta bridges, operating a variety of tools and equipment.Click on the link below to see what it’s like working for Ledcor and apply today to join the Ledcor Highway’s Team!Essential Responsibilities

• Operating and performing minor maintenance on equipment such as jackhammers, drills, chainsaws, tampers, sandblasters, and concrete vibrators
• Working on the structural steel and concrete components of bridges, and assist in bridge washing, cleaning, painting, sandblasting, sealing, grouting, placing structural concrete, etc.
• Handling various toxic products such as epoxies, grouts, sealers, paints, thinners, and cleaners
• Conducting and documenting quality control inspections during painting operation
• Ensuring work is performed to specifications and standards
• Maintaining Alberta Provincial Highway bridges for seasonal or year-round operations

Qualifications

• Completion of pre-employment drug and alcohol testing is mandatory
• Must have a valid Class 5 license and provide a 3-year driver’s abstract. A Class 3 License is considered an asset
• 3+ years bridge or construction experience is preferred Knowledge of provincial and/or municipal highway maintenance specifications considered an asset
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team to complete the task at hand
• Experience working with and around heavy construction equipment
• Proficiency in working with a diverse range of new and salvaged materials to ensure optimal utilization
• Ability to work with a variety of hand and power tools and equipment used in bridge work
• Knowledge of accepted bridge construction practices and ability to read detailed engineering drawings
• Must be approachable, ethical, and accountable

Work Conditions

• Travel, shift work, on-call, and night shift required throughout operating months
• Work will be across Alberta on Provincial and Municipal highways
• Work at considerable heights, performing strenuous and physically demanding work in an outdoor setting
• Seasonal and fulltime positions available

#LI-NC1#LI-OnsiteAdditional Information:Company DescriptionLedcor builds and maintains infrastructure in various industries including oil and gas, transportation, and mining. We’re experts in public and private infrastructure construction and maintenance – from national highways to bridges, from airports to underground utilities and independent power projects. We also work on roads, earthworks, foundations, dams, power systems, and waterways.But when you work for Ledcor, your experience will go far beyond the project. Do you want a career that means more? Join our True Blue team now!Employment EquityAt Ledcor we believe diversity, equity, and inclusion should be part of everything we do. We are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, Veteran status or any other identifying characteristic are encouraged to apply.Our True Blue team consists of individuals from all backgrounds who contribute diverse perspectives and experiences to Ledcor. For more information about Ledcor’s Inclusion and Diversity initiatives, please visit our Adjustments will be provided in all parts of our hiring process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance by submitting a request via .1 Legend Trail, 2115036C

Expected salary

Location

Stony Plain, AB

Job date

Thu, 16 May 2024 03:15:02 GMT

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