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Deep Foundations Piling Crews

@ Helical Pile Solutions

Nisku, Alberta

On-siteFull-time
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Overview

Helical Pile Solutions is hiring full-time crews for deep foundation work across Western Canada, including caissons, steel casing, helical piles and rock anchors for utility, industrial, transmission line and renewable energy projects. Roles range from foremen and drill rig operators to heavy equipment operators, welders and labourers. The work is outdoors, involves travel, and calls for experience with specialized equipment.

Responsibilities:

  • Operate drilling and vibro hammer equipment for foundation installation
  • Install helical piles, rock anchors and steel casing
  • Lead crews and coordinate daily field activities
  • Complete daily reporting and equipment inspections

Requirements summary:

  • Experience in foundation, utility or heavy construction
  • Preferred experience with caissons or transmission line projects
  • CSTS, First Aid, WHMIS and Ground Disturbance certifications are assets
  • Class 5 driver's licence is an asset

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Source and dates

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Employer posting date
2026-09-17
First seen by our source
2026-10-11
Source record updated
2026-10-11

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Job details

SeniorityMid level
DepartmentConstruction trades
Hours per week40 (estimated)
Travelground: moderate
Work settingConstruction site, Outdoors
PositionSitting and standing
Physical demandsphysical high · computer low
Licences & certificationsCSTS, First Aid, WHMIS, Ground Disturbance Certification, Class 5 Driver's Licence
Driver’s licencepreferred

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Job description

Helical Pile Solutions (HPS) is seeking experienced and motivated construction professionals for long-term utility, industrial, infrastructure, renewable energy, transmission line, and substation foundation projects throughout Western Canada.

Our work includes:

  • Large-diameter drilled caissons
  • Permanent/Temporary steel casing systems
  • Helical pile foundations
  • Rock anchor foundations
  • Transmission line and substation foundations
  • Renewable energy foundations

If you enjoy working outdoors, operating specialized equipment, travelling for work, and being part of a team building critical infrastructure, we'd like to hear from you.

POSITIONS AVAILABLE:

Foundation Foremen

Responsibilities

  • Lead field crews and coordinate daily activities
  • Ensure safety, quality, and productivity targets are achieved
  • Read and interpret drawings and specifications
  • Coordinate with project management and clients
  • Complete daily reporting and project documentation

Preferred Experience

  • Foundation construction
  • Transmission line projects
  • Utility or civil construction
  • Crew leadership and supervision

Experienced Vibro Hammer Operator

Responsibilities

  • Operate vibratory hammer systems for installation and extraction of large-diameter steel casing
  • Install temporary casing for drilled shaft and caisson construction
  • Perform equipment setup, inspections, and maintenance
  • Work closely with drilling and crane crews
  • Maintain productivity while meeting safety and quality requirements

Preferred Experience

  • Large-diameter caisson construction
  • Temporary steel casing installation
  • Crane-supported vibro hammer systems
  • Utility, transmission line, bridge, or heavy civil projects

Drill Rig Operators

Responsibilities

  • Operate drilling equipment for foundation construction
  • Install large-diameter drilled caissons and helical pile foundations
  • Support transmission line, substation, industrial, and infrastructure projects
  • Conduct daily equipment inspections and basic maintenance

Preferred Experience

  • Foundation drilling
  • Large-diameter caissons
  • Deep foundation construction
  • Utility, civil, or industrial projects

Heavy Equipment Operators

Responsibilities

  • Operate construction equipment supporting foundation installation activities
  • Assist with site preparation and material handling
  • Perform daily inspections and routine maintenance
  • Work safely around drilling and foundation operations

Preferred Experience

  • Utility, civil, piling, foundation, oilfield, or heavy construction projects

Foundation Construction Crew Members

Responsibilities

  • Assist with installation of helical piles, rock anchors, and large-diameter caissons
  • Support temporary casing installation
  • Assist with rebar and concrete placement
  • Complete quality control and site support activities
  • Work closely with operators and supervisors

Preferred Experience

  • Construction or foundation experience
  • Utility or powerline projects
  • Concrete and reinforcement installation

Construction Labourers

Responsibilities

  • Site preparation and cleanup
  • Material handling
  • Equipment spotting and labour support
  • General construction duties
  • Assist foundation crews as required

Preferred Experience

  • Construction experience considered an asset
  • Strong work ethic and willingness to learn
  • Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions

Welders

Responsibilities

  • Field welding and structural modifications
  • Fabrication of foundation components
  • Equipment and project support
  • Follow project quality and safety requirements

Preferred Experience

  • Structural welding
  • Construction or foundation projects
  • CWB certification considered an asset

The following are considered assets:

  • Class 5 Driver's Licence, with Class 1 or 3 considered an asset
  • CSTS
  • First Aid
  • WHMIS
  • Ground Disturbance Certification
  • Equipment certifications

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