Job Description

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Our Residential Subdivision, Shallow Utilities Division is currently looking to add a Gas Fuser to the team, based in Edmonton, AB.
Reporting to the Site Foreman / Superintendent, the Gas Fuser is responsible for overseeing and executing the installation of natural gas pipelines in new residential subdivisions building 4-party shallow utilities. This role ensures all work is completed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with industry standards and company policies. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong technical expertise, teamwork, and a commitment to safety and quality.
Duties and Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the site Foreman to plan work schedules, assign tasks, and ensure proper equipment availability
• Install and complete all main line connections and fusions
• Read and interpret gas construction drawings to ensure accurate implementation
• Install service tees, fittings and tracer wire connections
• Coordinate material orders with the natural gas utility to ensure timely availability
• Conduct pressure testing on main lines and submit necessary documentation
• Complete live gas tie-ins
• Liaise with gas utility inspectors to ensure compliance with regulatory standards
• Maintaining all gas equipment and ensure calibrations are up to code
• Develop and grow relationships with utility site representatives
• Assist with training new gas fusion personnel
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements:

• ATCO Gas Fuser or Apex Utilities Fusion certification

• 2 years of natural gas pipe fusion work experience
• Strong problem-solving skills with a proactive and solutions-oriented mindset
• Excellent teamwork and collaboration skills, with a positive and professional attitude
• Strong commitment to safety protocols and industry compliance

Preferred Skills / Qualifications

• Canadian Pipeline Fusion Technician Certification

Benefits:
We offer a comprehensive and competitive total rewards package that incorporates a complete range of employee benefits, including an RRSP matching program, to ensure you have the tools necessary to manage, maintain, and improve your health and wellbeing.
About our Business
Valard Construction is Canada's premier utility contractor providing comprehensive EPC+ (engineering, procurement, construction) and maintenance services to utilities, independent power producers, mining, oil and gas industries and rural electric associations. We have the capabilities, knowledge, and resources to take on any project, any size, any complexity, anywhere. We are also part of Quanta Services, the largest electrical power contractor in North America.
Valard Construction is an equal opportunity employer.
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• Depending on qualifications, the successful candidate may be offered a position at a more appropriate level.

• Applicants must have legal authorization to work in Canada with no restrictions.

• Valard Construction is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, without regard to race, religion, age, sex, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or disability. Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available on request during the recruitment process.

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