Construction Labourer

Job Summary

Hundseth Power Line Construction (HPL) is a Saskatchewan-based, family-owned business, headquartered in Saskatoon, with additional site offices in Regina and Humboldt. Our vision is to be the benchmark contractor in the overhead and underground utilities industry, recognized for the integrity of our people, the ethics of our business practices, and our ability to innovate with leading-edge safety & quality practices.

HPL is a growth-oriented and forward-thinking private utilities company, that works in ALL SEASONS. We are looking for team players who are committed to safety, positivity and a motivated work ethic, striving to set the standard of excellence to our large host of clients across Saskatchewan.

We are currently seeking labourers looking for a career path in the Power Line technician trade, within the Saskatoon area, as well as across Saskatchewan. Travel is required as services extend throughout the province.

Working in this trade is physically demanding.

We offer a mentorship culture like no other, with competitive compensation and an extensive benefits and retirement savings plan.

Description:

- Manual labour with shovelling gravel in job sites and helping the power line crew complete all aspects of the installation, construction, troubleshooting, repairing, specialized testing, and maintenance of all overhead and underground distribution lines, switching stations, substations, communication networks, streetlight facilities, and infrastructure

- Safely load, transport, unload, and operate a variety of equipment including: backhoe, trencher, skid steer, directional bore machine, digger derrick trucks, all-terrain track machine, crawler dozers, bobcats, forklift and trackhoe

- Follow all safe operating procedures on the job site and report violations immediately to foreman.

Required:

- Valid Saskatchewan Class 5, 3A or 1A driver's license, and clean driver's abstract is required.

- Previous experience operating the following: backhoe, trencher, skid steer, HydroVAC, directional bore machine, digger derrick trucks, all-terrain track machine, crawler dozers, bobcats, forklift and trackhoe is considered an asset.

- Experience in construction and long shifts.

- Ability to travel out of town during the week or on weekends as required.

- Ability to frequently lift heavy tools.

- High school diploma or equivalent.

This position is considered a safety sensitive position; all new hires will be required to complete pre-employment testing that includes a drug and alcohol test.

All Applicants are thanked for their interest. However, only potential candidates will be contacted.

Please submit your resume and cover letter indicating how your experience meets the job requirements on our website (www.hundseth.ca) or via careers@hundseth.ca.

Pay: $22.52 per hour

Benefits:

- Dental care

- Disability insurance

- Employee assistance program

- Extended health care

- Life insurance

- On-site parking

- Paid time off

- RRSP match

- Tuition reimbursement

- Vision care

Flexible language requirement:

- French not required

Application question(s):

- Are you located in Saskatoon?

- Do you have a Saskatchewan Class 1A, 3A, or 5 driver license?

Experience:

- Construction: 1 year (required)

Work Location: In person