AFL is a leading provider of integrated fiber optic solutions, delivering end-to-end broadband network services backed by the global strength of Fujikura. We offer a solid safety culture, growth opportunities, and meaningful work that connects communities.
Under the general direction of the Superintendant, the Skilled Labourer is responsible for providing manual labor to construction and underground field service crews.
We are hiring for a Skilled Laborer for a 1-Year Contract for the ClearWater County Project in the Rocky Mountain House Area of Alberta.
Locations that we are looking for candidates are:
- Edmonton
- Calgary
- Red Deer
Responsibilities
- Able to read construction plans
- When required and if appropriately licensed and authorized, drive or operate construction equipment used on the jobsite to complete daily work assignments
- Assist in the loading/unloading of equipment and supplies needed for daily work assignments including, but not limited to, cables and multiport
- Clean and maintain all company vehicles and equipment assigned for use
- Fully set up worksite including:
- Setting up flagging
- Opening manholes or services boxes
- Operating hydrovac to clean service boxes and/or manholes
- Using gas detectors to assess and ensure gas readings are adequate prior to entering manhole
- Cleaning, testing and purging of manholes prior to entering
- Completing roping and rodding and full circuit of runs
- Hand pulling short run cables or alternatively using hydraulically driven tuggers for long run cables
- Place yellow spiral wrap on cable for identification of fibre optic cable
- Complete all necessary paperwork associated with redline drawings
- Complete production reports for submission to clients
- Complete timesheets that are both accurate and timely
- Protect organization’s value by keeping information confidential
- Enhancing Organization reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing requests and exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishment
- Adhere to and promotes the environmental, health & safety policies of AFL
- Perform other duties as requested, directed or assigned
Personal Qualities
- Detail oriented – accuracy is required
- Independent - ability to work well under limited supervision
- Results focused – driven to achieve
- Interpersonal skills – ability to work well on a team
Qualifications
- 1+ year of construction experience
- Capable of working in all temperatures and climates and in confined spaces
- Ability to travel to various site-based projects if required
Working Conditions
- Physically demanding workload
- Work location: Work in locations that preclude the ability to return home
- Work hours: Shift work
- Traveling is required
Minimum Education
- High School Diploma
- Valid Class 1, 3 or 5 Driver’s License
- Certifications & Licenses not required but preferred
- Previous Telecommunication experience is an asset
Why Work for AFL
- We Care: Our Employees are eligible to participate in our amazing Total Rewards Program which offers: Extended Health and Dental, Vision Care, Life Insurance, RRSP matching, Employee and Family Assistance Program and more.
- We Include: AFL is an equal opportunity employer that’s committed to accessible, inclusive employment.
- We Develop: We enthusiastically support learning and advancement opportunities for our team members.
- We Reward: Abundant discounts with various retailers via our Work Perks Program.
- We have Fun! Employee Events throughout the Year!
- We Connect…. #WeareAFL
Pay: $21.50-$27.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Vision care