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Come Build Your Career at Aecon!

As a Canadian leader in infrastructure development Aecon is safely and sustainably building what matters for future generations to thrive! We lead some of the most impactful infrastructure projects of our generation at the forefront of transformational change in transportation and energy and partnering every day to build connect power and strengthen our communities.

At Aecon you can count on:

• Safety Always. Our number one core value. If we cant do it safely we dont do it at all.
• Integrity. We lead by example with humility and courage.
• Accountability. Were passionate about delivering on our commitments.
• Inclusion. We provide equitable opportunities for everyone.

We lead the infrastructure industry with purpose and our people are at the heart of everything we do. So we invest in our people just like they invest in us!

At Aecon we:

• Ensure you and your family receive the services needed to support your mental emotional and physical well-being.
• Believe in helping you build your career through our Aecon University and Leadership Programs.
• Are committed to supporting and investing in inclusive work environments through initiatives like Equity Diversity & Inclusion training our Aecon Women in Trades and Aecon Diversity in Trades programs and our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to ensure we are building inclusion into every aspect of our culture at Aecon.
• Are a leader in sustainable construction.With a strong commitment to operating responsibly by minimizing our impact on the environment and surrounding communities.

Our business success relies on strong execution and continuous improvement driven by the diversity expertise and teamwork of our people. Were always searching the globe for innovative collaborative minds to join our best-in-class Aecon community!

What is the Opportunity

Faster. Smarter. Safer.This is how Aecon Utilities is committed to delivering projects. We simply do it better. We are Ontarios premier utility contractor and are ready to become Canadas #1 utility construction provider.

Reporting to the Locates Supervisor the Utility and Private Utility Locator will be responsible for performing utility locates for gas electricity telecommunications water and sewers. Please note that this position is unionized therefore it will be a requirement to join the union upon acceptance.

The areas of service include Ottawa and Cambridge and Kitchener Waterloo.

What Youll Do Here:

• Safely locate underground utilities accurately using utility record systems and electronic locating equipment.
• Field mark and document utility locates using locate work management software and following prescribed documentation procedures.
• Complete locate requests assigned by Foreperson/Coordinator/Superintendent accurately and in a timely manner.
• Understand and utilize infrastructure records in planning/completing utility locates.
• Safely operate a company provided vehicle including planning the travel to/from work sites.
• Work (as assigned) as a member of locate project teams.
• Communicate with Superintendent Foreman Coordinator and Client contacts (both internal and external to Aecon) - verbal email etc.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

What You Bring to the Team:

• Valid Ontario (G) Drivers License and clean drivers record.
• Self-motivated with strong organizational and multi-tasking skills.
• Ability to work independently and stay productive under minimal supervision.
• Ability to work long hours when required to meet deadlines.
• Ability to work accurately and problem solve under pressure.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and work to timelines.
• Ability to interact with customers in a professional manner.
• Strong computer skills Work management software Email MS Excel MS Word.
• Experience with public locates private locates pre-engineering locates and Vital Main Integrity (gas distribution third party observation) considered an asset.
• Prior construction experience is considered an asset.
• DPT Certification is considered a strong asset.

Reason for Vacancy: New

Pay Range: $29 - $39 per hour as per the current Collective Agreement.

Individual pay isdeterminedbased on several factors including work location education experience uniqueskillsand job conditions. Other considerations may include certifications specialized training and the complexity or scope of the role.

Aecon fosters diversity inclusion and belonging within and across our organization. We welcome all to apply including women visible minorities Indigenous peoples persons with disabilities and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity.

We are committed to adhering to the objectives and requirements outlined in the Accessible Canada Act (ACA) and to meeting the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities in a timely manner. Through the implementation of the requirements of the ACA and its applicable regulations appropriate accommodations will be provided upon request throughout the interview and hiring process.

As part of our commitment to fair and transparent hiring practices Aecon may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in screening and reviewing candidates. These tools are applied responsibly and in accordance with applicable privacy laws and Aecons AI Usage Policy. All final decisions are made by qualified Aecon team members.