Swamper / Field Labourer

3 days ago

Ponoka, Canada Almita Piling Full time

**this is a 3-month contract position**

The Swamper/Field Labourer is responsible for assisting with the installation of screw piles. This role is integral in the set-up, support, pin-up, locating and positioning of each screw pile. The Swamper/Field Laboure is proficient in reading site drawings and properly preparing pile locations. They consistently demonstrate safe and efficient methods of pinning and unpinning all pile sizes, as well as crew-specific methods for efficient communication. The Swamper/Field Laboure assists with the completion of required maintenance for equipment and tools used on site.

**Location**:Ponoka, Alberta and various field locations

**Shift Hours**:Varying.

**Wage**: $23/hr+

**Key Accountabilities**
- Takes direction from Install Operator and Field Supervisor
- Conducts pile measurements and applies meter marks if required
- Applies the required markings to the product (such as pile identification numbers, customer order numbers, heat numbers and pile locations)
- Constantly monitors equipment for leaks and potential malfunctions
- Accurately uses hand signals learned from Install Operator and crew
- Completes all necessary paperwork to support continuous install operations
- Proactively manages material layout
- Acts as an effective spotter for equipment mobilization
- Assists with basic maintenance tasks, including shoveling tracks and knows the lubrication points on equipment
- Demonstrates good housekeeping habits by keeping the site clean and tidy to prevent injuries and property damage
- Performance other duties as assigned

**Education / Experience**
- Completion of a High School Diploma (or equivalent) is preferred
- Valid Class 5 Driver’s License with clean drivers abstract is required
- Valid Class 1 Driver’s License with clean drivers abstract is an asset
- Experience working on construction worksites
- Experience operating machinery
- Knowledge of industry-related tools is an asset (sockets, wrenches and some air tools)

**Work Environment**
- Construction environment
- Usually outdoors, including travel to remote locations
- Accommodations while on a project are arranged by Almita in either a camp setting or hotel as determined by project requirements
- Exposure to loud noises
- Exposure to extreme temperatures
- Physical elements include bending, twisting, crouching, kneeling, standing for long periods of time, lifting weights up to 50 pounds frequently and in excess of 50 pounds occasionally with assistance
- Fast paced with tight deadlines
- Shift work
- Work schedule may vary
- Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) must be worn at all times

**Job Types**: Full-time, Fixed term contract

**Salary**: From $23.00 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Company events
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision care
- Wellness program

Schedule:

- 10 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Monday to Friday
- Morning shift
- Night shift
- Overtime
- Weekends as needed

Supplemental pay types:

- Overtime pay

Application question(s):

- Are you comfortable working out of town for an extended period of time (up to 21 days)?

Work Location: In person

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