Field Technician / Waterproofing Foreman

Responsibilities

• All manor of foundation repair and waterproofing residential and commercial work sites.
• Preparation, execution of work, and clean‐up on job sites.
• Waterproofing using torch-on, liquid and self-adhesive.
• Inject cracks as required.
• Loading and unloading of materials, tools, and equipment.
• Removing debris, garbage, and dangerous materials from sites.
• Use various construction power tools and equipment.
• Assembling and breaking down barricades, temporary structures and shoring.
• Assisting with transport and operation of heavy machinery and equipment.
• Regulating traffic and erecting traffic signs.
• Demolition (interior and exterior).
• Install sump pumps, pits, weeping tile, window wells, vertical drains.
• Assist in the building of temporary support walls and structures.
• Digging (hand and excavator) tunnels, and holes.
• Mixing, pouring, and levelling concrete.
• Identify hazards on site and contribute to a safe work environment.
• Assist in supervising, coordinating and scheduling foundation repair work for waterproofing projects.
• Adhere to strict scheduled deadlines; if unable to, work with Field Operations to meet schedules by coordinating the work activities with other crews.
• Provide input to Field Operations regarding project completion timelines, crew dynamics and structure, efficiencies in work.
• Work with Field Operations to resolve job costing and performance problems to ensure profit margins are met.
• Train junior crew members on you team (waterproofing skills, safety, adherence to Shield policies and procedures).
• Recommend personnel for promotions and recruitment.
• Complete project progress and completion paperwork (JHA’s, timesheets, safety documents, work order package).
• Ability to operate heavy equipment (use of excavator, skid steer, light commercial vehicle with and without trailer).
• Haul/move soil, rock, clay and debris as required.
• Basic landscaping, tree and plant removal.
• Assist in directing Hydrovac services and other site subcontractors.
• Vehicle pre and post trip paperwork; follow up on required repairs.

Education, Skills & Qualifications

• University or college diploma preferred.
• Valid Class 5 Alberta issued driver’s license.
• Completion of CSTS (Construction Safety Training System) training.
• First Aid training.
• Three to five years of construction experience, specially in foundation repair and waterproofing.
• Experience with concrete forming, rebar detail, and finishing an asset.
• Must have the ability to work in trenches and practice safe shoring practices.
• Physically able to perform job duties.