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This position involves regular travel and working away from home.

Brothers Industrial Services Ltd. is hiring a full-time Crew Foreman to lead a 2–4 person crew performing industrial cleaning and silo de-bulking services throughout Western Canada. Our work takes place in oil sands facilities, gas plants, petrochemical sites, and agribusiness operations.

We are looking for a career-minded individual who take pride in safety, leadership, honesty, and professional conduct. Brothers operates with small crews, so integrity, accountability, and being straightforward with your team are essential.

Busy season: April–September (primarily field work)

Slower season: October–March (majority of work in our Ponoka shop)

Dry ice blasting experience is not required. Oilfield or industrial experience with leadership responsibilities is considered a strong asset. The successful candidate will complete 1-2 months of hands-on training before being signed off as competent.

Required Certifications

(Assistance provided if needed)

• Standard First Aid (BC endorsement)
• WHMIS
• Common Safety Orientation (CSO) – Energy Safety Canada
• Detection & Control of Flammable Substances – ESC
• Confined Space Entry/Monitor – ESC
• H2S Alive – ESC
• Fall Protection – ESC
• Mobile Elevated Work Platform (MEWP) – ESC

Candidate Requirements

Applicants must:

• Be local to our Ponoka branch (10 minutes west of Ponoka, AB)
• Speak and understand English well
• Pass a 12-panel drug test (including marijuana) and remain drug free for the duration of employment
• Hold a valid driver's licence with insurable abstract and reliable transportation
• Be able to work away from home for extended periods
• Be physically fit and capable of bending, crouching, kneeling, overhead work
• Work in hot, dusty industrial environments
• Work at heights, on scaffolding and MEWPs, and in confined spaces (after training)
• Wear air-purifying respirators and supplied-air systems when required
• Be comfortable driving a midsize flat deck truck while towing a cargo trailer in various road, weather, and site conditions. Experience hauling trailers is considered an asset.
• Have a cell phone with data plan and be readily available
• Be proficient in basic computer skills

Key Responsibilities

• Lead a small crew in the safe operation of dry ice blasting systems, air compressors, generators, and silo de-bulking equipment
• Conduct safety meetings, hazard assessments, and near-miss reporting
• Follow all OH&S, company, and client safety regulations
• Maintain Brother's strong safety culture
• Deliver high-quality work while maintaining positive client relationships

Compensation & Benefits

• Starting wage: $40/hour
• Overtime paid after 8 hours per day and on weekends
• Travel time paid at regular rate
• PPE provided (excluding boots)
• RRSP matching program (full-time employees)
• Full benefits after 3-month probation
• Company health & medical program at no cost to employee

About Brothers Industrial Services Ltd.

Brothers Industrial is a leading Western Canadian industrial service provider specializing in dry ice blasting and industrial silo de-bulking. We operate dry ice production facilities near Ponoka and in Fort McMurray, with a seasonal branch in Dawson Creek, BC.

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Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $40.00 per hour

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $40.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• RRSP match
• Vision care

Application question(s):

• Is there anything in your driving record that could impact insurance eligibility for a company vehicle?
• Are you located within daily commuting distance to Ponoka, Alberta

Language:

• English (required)

Willingness to travel:

• 50% (required)

Work Location: In person