Location: Sites located in and around Edmonton, reporting into our Acheson office
Type: Hourly
About Us:
Kichton Contracting is seeking a motivated and adaptable individual to join our team. Kichton Contracting Ltd (KCL) has been in business since 1963 and is based out of Acheson, Alberta, Canada. KCL is classified as a medium-sized civil earthworks contractor. Our work ranges from residential earthworks, commercial site development, to industrial projects. Our services include grading design for all types of new commercial and industrial sites along with retrofitting existing sites to accommodate new site development.
Roles and Responsibilities:
- Achieve the correct grade by directing operators of equipment to adjust grade by moving earth gravel and other material
- Able to read and understand blueprints as well as strong math skills
- Measure distances from reference points to locate boundaries of construction site
- Verify elevation of graded surface using a hand level, tape measure and laser level
- Perform work in a safe manner in accordance with Kichton Contracting Ltd.’s safe work practices, policies, procedures and local legislative requirements
- Identify all hazards and potential hazards
- Report all incidents, near misses and equipment damage to site supervision
- Out-of-town work may be available
Qualifications and Competencies:
- Must be 18 years of age
- Minimum 6 months’ previous experience working in civil construction as a Grademan
- Robust teamwork skills and positive attitude
- Valid Class 5 driver’s license and reliable transportation
- Valid CSTS2020 certification (free online course through ACSA)
- Valid First Aid and Ground Disturbance II certification would be an asset
Work Schedule:
- Monday to Saturday
- 10-12 hour shifts per day
- Overtime if required
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- RRSP match
- Vision care
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Edmonton, AB: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)