Job Description

Like working outside? Bring your labour skills to a company that values quality & teamwork and learn about the growing telecom industry.
Our Driftwood crew installs underground communications lines using directional drilling. The work includes digging, setting vaults, and placing telecom cable.
You'll be working outdoors with a solid team that takes pride in doing good, safe work. If you're reliable, like working with your hands, and don't mind getting dirty, we want to hear from you.
This is a temporary position, with the potential to become permanent. The initial duration will be 6-8 weeks.
Please note that we are unable to provide sponsorship for this role, and applicants must be legally eligible to work in Canada for any employer without sponsorship.
What you'll get:

• $20 - $25 / hour
• The opportunity to learn valuable skills in the telecom industry
• A team that backs each other up and takes pride in getting it done right

What you'll do:

• Assist in the high-quality installation of underground telecommunications infrastructure
• Place underground telecom cables
• Work in varied weather conditions
• Complete pre-work and ongoing safety hazard assessments/hazard controls; report all incidents
• Conduct pre-trip equipment inspections; report all issues
• Complete routine equipment cleaning, maintenance, and repairs
• Review plans and drawings for installation guidance
• Complete documentation including safety, production, materials
• Positively reflect Driftwood in interactions with clients, residents, and businesses
• Assist in identification of buried underground utilities prior to excavation
• Physically stand, bend, squat, and lift up to 80 pounds in an outdoor environment
• Other tasks as required

What you bring:

• Construction experience is not required but an asset, and ideally, a combination of the following: small equipment, service boxes, conduits, etc.
• Experience working outdoors in all weather conditions
• Class 5 driver's license
• Certifications in these areas would be assets: Lever 1 first aid, ground disturbance, air brakes
• Experience in the installation of fibre-optic technology (asset)

Physical requirements & working conditions:

• Lift and carry up to 50 lbs on a regular basis throughout the shift
• Work at heights using ladders, scaffolding, or lifts
• Perform tasks requiring manual dexterity, including operating tools and equipment
• Work is performed in an outdoor setting with exposure to varying temperatures, noise, and materials
• Willingness to work occasional evenings, weekends, and overtime as needed

Why Driftwood?
We're a Canadian owned telecom company with 30 years experience serving our communities. We focus on community, quality, and treating people right.

• We balance risk with resilience, always striving to do better.
• Transparency guides how we work. You'll always know where you stand and what is expected.
• Most importantly, we build networks and relationships. Our crews genuinely look out for each other.

Skills Required