Wapiti Gravel Suppliers | Quality Control Labourer

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  • Grande Prairie, AB
  • Temporaire
  • Temps-plein
  • Il y a 28 jours
4101 93 Street, Grande Prairie, AB T8V 6T4 Telephone: (780) 532-1790Wapiti Gravel Suppliers, a division of NPA. is one of Western Canada's largest paving contractors, with over 700 employees helping us provide our products and services throughout Alberta, Saskatchewan and the Northwest Territories. Our equipment fleet and shops are among the most modern in our business. We take pride in our employees and place a high-value on establishing a workplace where people are challenged and respected every day.SummaryAre you a keen learner with a high attention to detail? Do you have a great personality and looking to take on your next challenge?We are now hiring for a Quality Control Labourer to join our team for the 2025 Construction Season in Grande Prairie, AB! This position will require travel to various jobsites in Grande Prairie and surrounding areas to ensure the high quality work our customers are accustomed to continue to be achieved.Key Responsibilities
  • Assist with the collect and/or prepare aggregates and asphalt samples for analysis.
  • Use a nuclear gauge or coring device to conduct density testing of road surfaces.
  • Perform field and laboratory tests at various points throughout the road construction projects and report test data in a complete manner.
  • Complete daily records of paving limits, placing temps, rolling temps, rolling patterns, tonnages, weather and other items that may influence product output.
  • Visually inspect aggregates for clay, shales or soft rock.
  • Collect samples to conduct, document and file plant calibrations.
  • Test loose mix to confirm plant calibrations, analyzing temperature, asphalt cement content, mix moisture content, gradation, density of lab compacted mix and volumetric properties.
  • Conduct Marshall and MTD tests to determine density, air voids, VMA and VFA.
  • Must ensure a solid understanding of and comply with the principles of the company's Code of Ethics.
  • Must examine situations in light of the principles of the Code of Ethics.
  • Other quality control related duties as required.
  • Promote, execute, and adhere to the company's safety program, and encourage all employees, sub-contractors, and consultants to adopt safety as a culture.
  • Work in a safe, responsible manner to not intentionally or unintentionally injure oneself, or endanger the wellbeing of others.
  • Participate as a team member, and contribute towards the success of the organization, which may involve the provision of other technical and administrative support, as required.
Qualifications | Requirements
  • High School Diploma or G.E.D. preferred
  • Class 5 Drivers License preferred
  • Basic knowledge road construction materials and tools
Working Conditions
  • Weather dependent schedule of Monday to Saturday, with up to 12 hours per day. Overtime is paid in accordance with applicable employment standards legislation.
  • This position may be subject to night shift hours. Night shift premium is applicable in most situations.
  • Out of town travel may be required. Accommodations and/or Live Out Allowance (LOA) is applicable in most situations.
  • Work is performed in an outdoor setting, which could include inclement weather, heat and humidity, and exposure to dust and asphalt.
  • Must be physically able to repetitively lift and carry at least 50LBS on a regular basis.
  • Use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is required
  • Use of sunscreen, long sleeves, and appropriate headgear is recommended.
  • Must comply with the company's drug and alcohol testing requirements.
What's In It For You?We are pleased to offer the successful candidate an attractive and competitive wage, accommodations and live out allowance (LOA) as applicable, extended health benefits with STD and LTD, company matching RPP plan, educational assistance, excellent opportunities for professional growth, and more!If this sounds like an exciting opportunity you would enjoy, hit the apply button!Wapiti Gravel Suppliers is pleased to offer the successful candidate an attractive wage, comprehensive benefits, including a pension plan, educational assistance, excellent opportunities for professional growth, and more.We thank all candidates for their interest in a position with Wapiti Gravel Suppliers, however, only candidates selected to move forward will be contacted.Please enable JavaScriptScreen readers cannot read the following searchable map.

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