Working at Polar Communications

Working at Polar Communications is about pride and ownership from top to bottom, from every employee. It's what drives us to be the best in class in all that we do. We also know that we are nothing without our people, and the families that support them. With excellent benefits, hands-on training and a commitment to safety that gets you home to your family at the end of the day, let Polar be the place where you can fulfill your career aspirations.

Summary

(Please note, this job posting is for our Edmonton location)

As a Horizontal Directional Drill Operator for Polar Communications, you will work alongside our underground crew to install, repair and replace underground telecommunications lines. Experienced in operating the equipment in a safe and appropriate manner, the HDD Operator must have experience in underground telecommunications cable placement. This role will also include labor, locating, site assessments, and helping out team when needed.

Essential Functions

- Operate HDD in a safe and professional manner.
- Use both hand tools and power tools to assist in both directional drilling and the placement of conduit underground.
- Inspect and maintain vehicles and equipment in valuable working condition at all times and complete all required documentation.
- Perform daily preventative maintenance when required.
- DigiTrak Falcon F2 and RD line locator knowledge/experience is an asset.
- Follow company safety standards, policies and procedures at all times.
- Aspire to work in a team environment with increased responsibility being expected.




- Other duties as required. Additional tasks may be assigned as required.

Qualifications

- MUST provide a driver’s abstract and confirm current insurance, as well as a minimum of 3-years with continuous insurance with no claims or convictions on record
- Minimum class 5 license
- Must be ok with working out of town with possible overnight stays. Some jobs may be out of province
- This job often requires overtime hours. The successful candidate should be okay with a flexible schedule and have an ability to work with different people and tasks
- Safety certifications preferred (e.g. First Aid/CPR, WHMIS, C.S.T.S, H2S Alive, Confined Space, OSSA and Ground Disturbance)
- Grade 12 or GED

Skills and Abilities

- 2+ years HDD experience required
- Hydrovac operator experience an asset
- Experience locating shallow utilities
- Knowledge of ground disturbance procedures
- COR experience is an asset
- Must be comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions year round
- Ability to complete medical assessment, fit testing and correctly use and wear a fit-tested ½ mask respirator
- Ability to continuously wear and effectively use mandatory PPE (CSA approved steel toed boots, hi-vis vest,



hard hat)
- Ability to wear and effectively use task specific PPE (cut resistant gloves, CSA approved safety glasses with side shields)
- Hand tool experience (IE Drills, saws, jackhammers, ECT) an asset
- 6 months experience operating trucks and trailers preferred
- Must be able to lift up to 40lbs

At Polar Communications, we believe that diversity and inclusion are critical to fostering a work environment where people can be the best versions of themselves. We are committed to hiring the best people for the job based on their skills and abilities, and look forward to welcoming the best candidate to the Polar family, whoever that might be. While we thank all applicants for their interest, only selected candidates will be contacted.

Salary range is based on experience

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $26.00-$38.00 per hour

Benefits

- Extended health care

Application question(s):
- Do you have experience operating and/or working alongside a hydrovac?
- How many years of Horizontal Directional Drill experience do you have?
- Do you have a minimum of 3 continuous years with a driver's license with no more than 1 minor conviction?
- Do you have 3 continuous years of insurance and is your driving record free of at-fault insurance claims for the past 3 years?
- Do you have telecommunications experience?
- Are you currently located in the Edmonton area?
- The range for this role is $26-38/hour. Is this within your salary expectations?

Work Location: In person

📌 Experienced Telecommunications Driller (Edmonton)
🏢 Polar Communications
📍 Edmonton