At a Glance
- Tasks: Use cutting-edge GPR technology to locate and map concrete structures.
- Company: Join Xradar Alberta, a leader in concrete scanning services.
- Benefits: Competitive wage, customizable benefits, paid sick days, and fun company outings.
- Other info: Flexible, innovative culture with strong support for career development.
- Why this job: Gain hands-on experience in construction while enjoying a dynamic work environment.
- Qualifications: 1 year of labour or construction experience and a valid Class 5 driver's license.
The predicted salary is between 40500 - 49500 $ per year.
Join Xradar Alberta as a Concrete Scanning/Coring Technician Trainee in Calgary! Xradar Alberta is looking for a motivated individual to join our Calgary team. In this role, you'll gain hands-on experience in the construction industry and have the opportunity to grow your career. This position is both mentally and physically rewarding, offering new challenges every day. At Xradar, we believe that achieving excellence and enjoying a healthy work/life balance go hand-in-hand.
As an Xradar Concrete Scanning/Coring Technician Trainee, your day-to-day responsibilities may include:
- Using GPR technology to locate and map post-tension cables, rebar, and electrical conduits in concrete structures.
- Performing drilling and coring to create holes and openings in concrete.
- Participating in fieldwork, gaining exposure to a wide range of construction projects across the city.
- Preparing job sites, setting up equipment, and performing clean-up and maintenance of tools.
- Completing job summary reports for client review.
- Assisting with concrete engineering surveys and developing technical skills.
- Interpreting technical marks in concrete slabs to guide drilling and coring accurately.
- Ensuring site safety by following strict health and safety protocols.
- Transporting and maintaining equipment using company vehicles, including logging related activity.
- Expanding project management and business development skills while working full-time in the role.
Willingness to receive training in Calgary (weeks to months) and occasional training in Vancouver is required. Ability to work in all weather conditions is essential.
On your resume, we will be looking for the following:
- Minimum of 1 year experience in a labour or construction role.
- Solid understanding of construction safety standards and procedures.
- Valid Class 5 driver's license (required for company vehicle use).
- Reliable, detail-oriented, and solution-focused mindset.
- Experience working in varied job site conditions is an asset.
- Self-starter with motivation to develop skills in business development and project management.
During the interview process, we will be looking for:
- How you demonstrate our shared value set of excellence, innovation, community, and honesty.
- Exceptional interpersonal skills: your ability to communicate to all levels of an organization with a positive, proactive attitude.
- Examples of excellent problem-solving, critical thinking, and analytical skills through asking good questions and completing solid analysis.
- Examples of your ability to work independently and autonomously, as well as collaboratively across several teams.
- Knowledge or interest in learning concrete construction methods, project management, and interest in business development.
Why Xradar?
- Competitive base wage.
- Customizable benefits package including medical, dental, vision care, and RRSP options.
- Paid sick days to care for you or your immediate family.
- Structured training program where you'll become familiarized with the industry methodologies and a commitment to professional growth.
- Company holidays: we go camping in the summer and skiing in the winter!
To Apply: Please submit your resume and cover letter online (ideally, in one document!). While we thank all candidates who apply, only those deemed qualified by the hiring manager will be contacted.
Our Culture: As part of GeoRadar Group - an employee-owned company - Xradar prides itself on being flexible and innovative. We have a diverse, youthful culture where career development is both supported and encouraged. Continually striving for excellence and pushing for higher standards, Xradar is client-focused yet employee-driven.
Commitment to Justice, Equality, Diversity and Inclusion: Xradar is strongly committed to equal opportunities in employment. We believe in building an environment that is inclusive and supportive for all individuals regardless of ancestry, race, color, religion, national, ethnic, or social origin, sex, sexual orientation, or gender identity or expression, age, disability, military or veteran status, marital status, citizenship status, or other protected categories as provided by human rights legislation.
If you require accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process (e.g., for your interview), please don't hesitate to contact us at careers@xradar.ca. We will be happy to support your needs to ensure a fair and accessible experience.
Concrete Scanning/Coring Technician Trainee in Calgary employer: Xradar
At Xradar Alberta, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that fosters a supportive and innovative work culture in Calgary. Our Concrete Scanning/Coring Technician Trainee position offers competitive wages, a customizable benefits package, and structured training programs that promote professional growth. With a commitment to work/life balance and a focus on community engagement, we provide a unique opportunity for employees to thrive in a dynamic environment while contributing to meaningful projects across the city.
