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    Swamper (temporary) - Ponoka, Canada - Almita Piling Inc

    Almita Piling Inc
    Almita Piling Inc Ponoka, Canada

    1 week ago

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    About this position

    (Please note, this role is a temporary position and will be 3 months in duration)

    The Swamper is responsible for assisting with the installation of screw piles. This role is integral in the set-up, support, pin-up, locating and stabbing of each screw pile.

    Key Accountabilities

  • Takes direction from Install Operator and Field Supervisor
  • Ability to accurately and efficiently execute all duties of a Swamper
  • Manages field-level risks by undertaking the required steps of a Field Level Hazard Assessment (FLHA)
  • Learns to measure and target battered piles
  • Learns to calculate battered angles and utilize a digital level to accurately measure and maintain the required degree of measurement
  • Understands best practices and safe procedures for utilizing rig matting to install piles when surface/ground conditions are a relevant consideration
  • Conducts pile measurements and applies meter marks if required
  • Applies the required markings to the product (such as pile identification numbers, customer order numbers, heat numbers and pile locations)
  • Constantly monitors equipment for leaks and potential malfunctions
  • Accurately uses hand signals learned from Install Operator and crew
  • Understands and measures embedment and/or setting depth, records tolerances and stick-outs, accurately recording necessary quality data
  • Completes all necessary paperwork to support continuous install operations
  • Receives piles correctly when required by maintaining organization as well as properly completing the associated paperwork
  • Proactively manages material layout
  • Acts as an effective spotter for equipment mobilization
  • Assists with basic maintenance tasks, including shoveling tracks and knows the lubrication points on equipment
  • Demonstrates good housekeeping habits by keeping the site clean and tidy to prevent injuries and property damage
  • Seeks out innovative ways to increase production and potential savings
  • Performance other duties as assigned

    • Education / Experience

  • Completion of a High School Diploma (or equivalent) is preferred
  • Valid Class 5 Driver's License
  • Experience working on construction worksites
  • Experience operating machinery
  • Knowledge of industry-related tools is an asset (sockets, wrenches and some air tools)

    • Work Environment

  • Construction environment
  • Usually outdoors, including travel to remote locations
  • Accommodations while on a project are arranged by Almita in either a camp setting or hotel as determined by project requirements
  • Exposure to loud noises
  • Exposure to extreme temperatures
  • Physical elements include bending, twisting, crouching, kneeling, standing for long periods of time, lifting weights up to 50 pounds frequently and in excess of 50 pounds occasionally with assistance
  • Fast paced with tight deadlines
  • Shift work
  • Work schedule may vary
  • Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) must be worn at all times
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