Are you ready to embark on an exciting new journey with a growing team where you can truly thrive? Join us at CEC!
At CEC, we focus on our people, continuously striving to uphold a positive work culture and create an environment where employees have every opportunity for advancement and personal success. We invite you to come in and have a chat with us to see if we are the right fit for you!
Join our team as a Lead Geomembrane Installation Technician and be part of something amazing.
This full-time, permanent position will require extensive travel to job sites located across British Columbia and Alberta, with private accommodations offered to employees. Wages start at $35.50 per hour.
The ideal candidate must be a safety-focused individual, adaptable to changing schedules, enjoy working outdoors year-round, and work well within a team environment. Employment at CEC is conditional upon successfully clearing pre-employment requirements such as alcohol and drug, and fit-for-work testing.
Language of work: English. Spoken and written.
Role Summary
The Lead Geomembrane Installation Technician provides essential technical support to ensure the successful completion of construction projects. This role involves performing a variety of construction tasks, contributing to infrastructure development, and working under the guidance of the construction manager or supervisor. The Lead Technician is responsible for maintaining high standards of safety, efficiency, and quality throughout the project. The ideal candidate will have hands-on construction experience, a keen eye for detail, and a strong focus on safety, teamwork, and project success.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and direct the deployment of materials for geomembrane installation projects
- Oversee the installation, welding geomembrane liners, and installing environmental containment systems
- Operate and supervise the use of plastic fusion welding equipment, including wedge welders, leisters, tensiometers, etc., and other basic hand tools
- Provide hands-on training and guidance to junior technicians, focusing on welding skills and best practices
- Identify and implement process and equipment improvements to enhance project efficiency
- Train and mentor crew members in geomembrane installation techniques and safety protocols
- Ensure compliance with safety regulations and company policies on job sites
- Communicate effectively with project managers, clients, and team members to ensure project success
- General manual labor duties, including pulling geomembrane liners, filling, lifting, and placing sandbags during installation
- Perform equipment repairs and maintenance to sustain peak functionality
- Ability to tow trailers
- Other duties as assigned
Required Skills & Knowledge
- Minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience working with geomembranes or liners in construction or a related field
- Completion of IAGI certification would be an advantage
- Proven leadership or supervisory experience, with the ability to guide and mentor team members effectively on-site will be considered an asset
- Strong knowledge of construction techniques, materials, and equipment, with proficiency in using construction machinery, hand tools, and power tools
- Physically capable of performing manual labor, including lifting heavy materials, carrying equipment, and working in varying weather conditions
- Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to quickly identify and resolve issues on-site
- Ability to work under pressure while maintaining high standards of quality and safety
- Valid Class 5 driver’s license (or equivalent) required
Benefits Package
At CEC, we believe in fostering a work environment that supports the well-being and financial security of our employees. As part of our commitment to your success and satisfaction, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to enhance both your professional and personal life, including:
- Competitive hourly wage based on experience
- Private accommodations supplied or paid camp premiums while on camp job sites
- Paid travel time & per diems (daily food allowance)
- All PPE provided
- Steel toed boot allowance policy
- Transportation provided from the deployment location to and from the work site
- Comprehensive benefits package (including medical, dental, vision, disability insurance, life insurance, etc.) for Approved employee who meet Company
- Progression system / On-the-job training provided
Ready to take the next step in your career? We look forward to hearing from you and discussing how you can grow with us at CEC! Let's build a successful future together.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $35.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 – 60 per week
Benefits:
Application question(s):
- what bring you to want to work at CEC
Language:
Licence/Certification:
- H2S Alive (required)
- Confined Space Certification (required)
- CSTS (required)
- Driving Licence (required)
- Class G Licence (required)
Willingness to travel:
Work Location: On the road