Forbes Bros
Job title:
Foreman – Powerline Technician
Company
Forbes Bros
Job description
Forbes Bros Ltd. is seeking multiple qualified Foreman – Powerline Technician (full-time, permanent) to support upcoming projects in the Edmonton, Alberta region. This position will be joining our growing team based out of the Edmonton, Alberta.The Foreman – Powerline Technician (full-time, permanent) is responsible for providing support and guidance to an assigned Crew with a focus on safety, quality and productivity. The primary focus will be to act as a working Foreman, who demonstrates and mentors crew members on the proper work methods required to complete assigned tasks safely and effectively. Responsibilities will also include ensuring proper working conditions, conducting appropriate inspections and management of materials as required, and meeting set deadlines and timelines.Forbes Bros Ltd. has a family-oriented culture that focuses on flexibility, communication, innovation & respect in the workplace. Welcome to this exciting career opportunity!What We Offer:
- Competitive hourly wage ($55.00)
- Comprehensive benefits plan
- Eligibility in Pension Program
- Annual boot allowance & annual clothing allowance
- Overtime and weekend hours opportunity
- Family orientated working environment
- Opportunities for career growth and development
Key Responsibilities:
- Lives Forbes Bros. value of WE WORK SAFE & never compromising on safety in all aspects of our every day
- Provide supervision and planning in the successful completion of Distribution projects. Oversee the method of construction, manpower, equipment and material needed and quality control
- Performs work in a safe and environmentally focused manner through the use of pre-job planning, hazard analysis, risk mitigation and following all applicable safe work practices and procedures.
- Plans daily activities, conduct tailboards, ensuring workers confirm fit for duty, and conduct tailboard for any work deviation
- Direct and participate in day-to-day work activities as a working Foreman to ensure that established goals and objectives are met
- Perform audits of construction operations to ensure work is being completed in compliance with project specifications and monitor safe work practices
- Report on problems and the solutions to the Construction Manager
- Enforce and ensure compliance to Health & Safety and wok practices
- Enforce equipment maintenance schedule and advise when repairs are required
- Manage crew concerns and issues and elevate when required
- Identifies and makes recommendations for improvement of work methods to the leadership team at the construction site
- Assisting with continuous improvement projects and other operational tasks as required
What We Are Looking For:
- Journeyman Powerline Technician Trade Certificate required
- Minimum of three (3) years’ experience in the powerline trade
- Previous leadership experience as a Lead Hand or Foreman is required
- English proficiency with the ability to read, comprehend, and execute written work plans, blueprints, and writing schematics
- Strong communication skills, with the ability to direct a team to efficiently and effectively complete jobs within deadlines
- Flexible with hours worked, travel, and working in adverse weather conditions
- Class 5 Drivers License and five (5) year acceptable drivers abstract
Forbes Bros Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer committed to best practice recruiting and hiring, to promote gender equity and workplace diversity. We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those candidates who meet the requirements noted and who earn an invitation to interview will be contacted.In compliance with Client and Project/Work site requirements, candidates may be required to undergo pre-access screening.
Expected salary
Location
Saskatoon, SK
Job date
Sat, 05 Oct 2024 03:23:21 GMT
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