At Allteck, our values aren't just words on a wall — they shape how we work every day. Safety comes first, always; we believe good safety is good business, and our mission is to make sure everyone goes home. We genuinely care about our people and the communities where we live and work, because we know that great work is built on looking out for one another. And when we make a commitment, we keep it — we take ownership, follow through, and earn trust through consistent actions. If that sounds like the kind of team you want to be part of, we'd like to hear from you.
We are currently seeking a Clearing Supervisor to join our field operations team. This is a field-based position leading right-of-way clearing crews on active transmission line and substation construction projects. Day-to-day, you will plan and supervise mechanical clearing operations, enforce safety standards, and manage crew productivity and cost to keep projects running efficiently and in alignment with contractual requirements.
Salary is Negotiable
ROLE
Leads and directs multiple right-of-way clearing crews to support construction of transmission lines and substations, ensuring clearing scope is completed safely, on schedule, and within budget. Responsible for work planning, safety enforcement, and coordination with Project Managers and General Foremen to keep clearing operations aligned with contract requirements. This role will also include field-level coordination with landowners, stakeholders, and regulatory bodies.
Responsibilities
· Supervise and direct multiple clearing crews — crew leaders, equipment operators, and labourers — working within and adjacent to the construction right-of-way
· Interpret work orders, corridor maps, and clearing specifications; develop daily, weekly, and monthly work plans
· Enforce Allteck's safety program: daily tailboards, worksite inspections, minimum approach distances, and OSHA/WorkSafeBC compliance; investigate and document incidents
· Control production and cost — crew productivity, job costing, timesheet review, and budget variance
· Conduct quality control audits of completed clearing work against client specifications and contract terms
· Coordinate equipment, fleet, and tool needs — chainsaws, chippers, mulchers, mats, and access equipment
· Liaise with landowners, stakeholders, municipalities, and First Nations on work permissions and access
· Recruit, train, coach, and evaluate field personnel within the territory
· Track, analyze, and report clearing progress to Project Managers and General Foremen
· Be available for emergency response and out-of-territory travel as project needs require
· Perform other duties as required, requested, or assigned
Education, Training & Experience
· 5+ years of related experience in right-of-way clearing, heavy civil construction, or utility construction support
· Prior crew leadership or supervisory experience required
· Experience with access road construction, corridor clearing, and site restoration; Trimble or similar survey/GPS tool experience an asset
· Experience in transmission line or substation construction is considered an asset
Skills & Abilities
· Strong leadership, communication, and landowner/stakeholder de-escalation skills
· Ability to read maps, work plans, and clearing specifications
· Strong working knowledge of MS Office and mobile work-management tools
· Job costing, productivity analysis, and crew/contractor performance management
· Knowledge of ANSI/OSHA/WorkSafeBC safety standards for construction and clearing operations
· Ability to organize and prioritize work in a fast paced environment
· Comfortable working outdoors in all weather, on remote and uneven terrain
· Hands-on, able to multi-task and willing to work beyond job-scope when necessary
· Ability to travel and respond to emergency or storm work as required
· Ability to work both in a team environment and independently
· Valid driver's licence (Class 5, BC) with a clean abstract; CDL/heavy equipment tickets an asset
Pay: $43.27-$57.70 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Life insurance
- RRSP match
- Vision care
Work Location: In person
