Utility Person

5 days ago

Thunder Bay, Canada Valard Construction Full time

We are currently seeking a **Utility Person** to join our growing team. Reporting to the Foreman, the Utility Person is responsible for providing support in the construction, maintenance, and repair of overhead and underground electrical power systems and related infrastructure.

This is a hands-on role where your strong work ethic, attention to detail, and commitment to safety will directly support our field operations and contribute to the overall success of the team.

**Responsibilities**:

- Support the construction, maintenance, and repair of overhead and underground electrical distribution systems
- Read, interpret, and verify utility locates to ensure safe and accurate excavation and construction activities
- Operate a variety of heavy and light equipment, including mini-excavators, skid steers, and backhoes, in a safe and efficient manner
- Perform rock drilling, chipping, and boring as required to support project work
- Assist with site preparation, material handling, and cleanup to maintain a safe and organized work environment
- Follow all safety protocols, including ground disturbance procedures and traffic control measures, to ensure compliance with company and regulatory standards
- Support the Foreman and crew in daily operations and contribute to a positive team culture focused on safety and performance.

**Requirements**:

- Valid Class AZ driver’s license (required) and ability to provide clean driver's abstract
- Ground Disturbance, WHMIS, Traffic Control, and Book 7 training (required)
- Demonstrated experience in reading and verifying locates
- Hands-on experience with rock drilling, chipping, boring, and equipment operation (mini-excavator, skid steer, backhoe)
- Experience in distribution groundwork or electrical utility construction considered a strong asset
- Experience hauling and operating heavy equipment considered an asset
- Must be local to the Ontario region or able to commute to project sites within a reasonable distance
- Strong commitment to safety, teamwork, and quality workmanship

**Benefits**

We offer a comprehensive and competitive total rewards package that incorporates a complete range of employee benefits, including an RRSP matching program, to ensure you have the tools necessary to manage, maintain, and improve your health and wellbeing.

**About our Business**

Valard Construction is Canada’s premier utility contractor providing comprehensive EPC+ (engineering, procurement, construction) and maintenance services to utilities, independent power producers, mining, oil and gas industries and rural electric associations. We have the capabilities, knowledge, and resources to take on any project, any size, any complexity, anywhere. We are also part of Quanta Services, the largest electrical power contractor in North America.
- Valard Construction is an equal opportunity employer._

**Learn more**
- Applicants must have legal authorization to work in Canada with no restrictions.
- Valard Construction is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, without regard to race, religion, age, sex, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or disability. Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available on request during the recruitment process.

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