Build Your Career with TerraBurst
TerraBurst is one of Western Canada's leading underground infrastructure contractors specializing in residential sewer and water service replacements, trenchless pipe bursting, open-cut excavation, sewer rehabilitation, and underground utility construction.
As our company continues to grow, we are looking for experienced Foremen, Lead Hands, and Pipelayers to join our team. If you take pride in quality workmanship, enjoy leading projects, and want to work for a company that values safety, professionalism, and career advancement, we'd like to hear from you.
This is an excellent opportunity for experienced underground utility professionals looking for long-term employment with a growing company.
Positions Available
- Sewer & Water Foreman
- Sewer & Water Lead Hand
- Sewer & Water Pipelayer
Why Choose TerraBurst?
- Competitive hourly wages based on experience
- Overtime paid after 8 hours per day or 44 hours per week, whichever is more favorable to the employee
- Vacation and statutory holiday pay paid on every cheque (9.6%)
- Comprehensive benefits package after one month
- Performance bonuses and advancement opportunities
- Year-round residential sewer and water work
- Modern equipment and well-maintained fleet
- Strong safety culture with COR certification
- Supportive management team that values its employees
- Opportunity to grow into supervisory and management roles
What You'll Do
Foreman
- Lead residential sewer and water replacement crews from start to finish
- Coordinate manpower, equipment, materials, and subcontractors
- Ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently, and to company standards
- Complete daily hazard assessments, FLHAs, toolbox meetings, inspections, and required paperwork
- Communicate with homeowners while providing exceptional customer service
- Mentor and develop crew members
- Review completed installations to ensure quality workmanship
- Maintain productivity while promoting a positive team culture
Lead Hand
- Assist the Foreman in coordinating daily operations
- Supervise crew members and provide technical guidance
- Direct excavation, trenching, pipe installation, and backfilling activities
- Ensure projects remain on schedule and meet quality standards
- Lead by example while maintaining a safe work environment
Pipelayer
- Install residential sewer and water services including PVC, HDPE, ABS, and water service piping
- Install sewer and water mains, service connections, fittings, valves, and related infrastructure
- Grade bedding, pipe alignment, and backfill
- Work closely with excavator operators during trenching operations
- Assist with trenchless pipe bursting, open trench excavations, spot repairs, and service replacements
- Maintain clean, organized, and safe job sites
Qualifications
- Experience in underground utility construction, sewer, water, excavation, or civil construction
- Previous experience as a Foreman or Lead Hand (leadership positions)
- Experience installing residential sewer and water services
- Knowledge of trenching, excavation safety, utility locating, and underground construction practices
- Strong understanding of grades, elevations, and utility installation
- Ability to read plans and work from field layouts is considered an asset
- Valid Class 5 Driver's Licence with a clean driver's abstract
- Ability to work 10-12 hour days in physically demanding conditions
- Strong communication skills and leadership abilities
- Must be dependable, safety-focused, and professional
About TerraBurst
TerraBurst is an underground infrastructure contractor specializing in residential sewer and water replacements, trenchless pipe bursting, sewer rehabilitation, CIPP lining, CCTV inspections, open-cut excavation, and underground utility construction throughout Alberta and Western Canada.
Our reputation has been built on honest solutions, exceptional workmanship, innovative trenchless technology, and outstanding customer service. We invest in our people, maintain high safety standards, and provide opportunities for long-term career growth.
If you're looking to join a company where your experience is valued and your career can grow, we'd love to hear from you.
Visit www.terraburst.ca to learn more.'
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- Overtime
- Weekends as required
Pay: $28.00-$40.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
Work Location: In person
