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The Western Irrigation District provides irrigation water to over 400 farms and 100,000 acres of land. In addition, it supplies municipal water to over 12,000 people in four different communities through 2,100 km of canals and pipelines. Like other irrigation districts in Alberta, the WID operates under the rules and procedures of the Irrigation Districts Act. We are headquartered in Strathmore, Alberta, approximately 40 kilometers east of Calgary.
Current Opportunities
Send resumes to careers@wid.net, mail or drop them off at the WID office located at: A-1000 Pine Street, Strathmore, T1P 1C1
Position Overview:
This is an entry-level position for field staff with little to no work experience. Supports fencing crews with basic material handling, site preparation, cleanup, and simple assembly tasks under close supervision. Learns safe use of hand tools, assists with layout marking, and helps complete basic documentation such as checklists or site reports. May be assigned to assist with Right of Way, Maintenance, Water Operations or Capital Construction as operational needs require.
Required Qualifications:
- Minimum valid class 5 driving license with clean abstract
- Legally able to work in Canada.
- Physical stamina and strength to perform heavy labor with ability to lift, push, pull, and carry heavy objects (up to 50 pounds
- Good communication and teamwork skills
- Willingness to work in various weather conditions
- Standing, kneeling, and bending for extended periods
- Manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination
Work Environment:
- Hours: Monday to Friday 8 hrs./day (weather permitting) anticipated May to October
- Construction sites, irrigation canal banks, working around water, uneven terrain
- Exposure to varying weather conditions
- Exposure to heavy equipment loud noise
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Reports to Right of Way Coordinator, Senior Fence Lead and other senior staff.
- Adhere to all safety regulations and guidelines
- Comply with all company policies and company safety standards
- Complete all daily reporting for time and attendance and safety
- Perform tasks such as digging, raking, shoveling, and site cleanup
- Complete competence training for safe operation of pickup trucks, small trailers, zero turn mowers, trimmers
- Be willing to learn how to use small-powered equipment
- Load and unload construction materials
- Follow instructions from supervisors and senior field staff
- Maintain a clean and safe work environment
Career Advancement:
- Opportunities to advance to Labor 2 with experience and training.
Position Overview:
This is a position for field staff with limited work experience. Constructs and repairs temporary and permanent fencing to WID standards with moderate supervision. Competent with post pounders, augers, tensioning systems, gates, and quality checks. Completes required paperwork (job logs, inventory, site checklists) and models safe work practices around ROW and adjacent properties.
Requirements:
- Minimum valid class 5 driving license required.
- Legally able to work in Canada.
- Physical stamina and strength to perform heavy labor with ability to lift, push, pull, and carry heavy objects (up to 50 pounds)
- Good communication and teamwork skills
- Willingness to work in various weather conditions
- Standing, kneeling, and bending for extended periods
- Manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination
Work Environment:
- Various sites, which may include ditch banks, working around water, uneven terrain
- Exposure to varying weather conditions
- Exposure to equipment making loud noise
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Reports to Right of Way Coordinator, Senior Fence Lead and other senior staff.
- Adhere to all safety regulations and guidelines
- Comply with all company policies and company safety standards
- Complete all daily reporting for time, attendance and safety
- Ability to complete simple tasks without supervision
- Complete competency for safe operation of pickup trucks, small trailers, zero turn mowers, trimmers and the use of powered mobile equipment
- Perform tasks such as digging, raking, shoveling, and site cleanup
- Load and unload materials and equipment
- Follow instructions from supervisors and senior field staff
- Maintain a clean and safe work environment
Career Advancement:
- Opportunities to advance to Labor 3 with experience and training
Position Overview:
This is a position for field staff with proven ability and knowledge of WID operations. May be assigned to assist Right of Way, Maintenance, Water Operations, or Capital Construction as operational needs require
Requirements:
- Minimum valid class 5 driving license required
- Legally able to work in Canada.
- Physical stamina and strength to perform heavy labor with ability to lift, push, pull, and carry heavy objects (up to 50 pounds)
- Good communication and teamwork skills
- Consistently lead by example and willingness to mentor and train junior laborers
- Willingness to work in various weather conditions
- Standing, kneeling, and bending for extended periods
- Manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination
Work Environment:
- Hours: Monday to Friday 8 hrs./day (weather permitting) anticipated May to October
- Construction sites, which may include irrigation canal banks, working around water, uneven terrain
- Exposure to varying weather conditions
- Potential exposure to heavy equipment loud noise
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Reports to Right of Way Coordinator, Senior Fence Lead and other senior staff
- All duties of Labor 2
- Adhere to all safety regulations and guidelines
- Comply with all company policies and company safety standards
- Complete all daily reporting for time and attendance and safety
- Ability to complete tasks without supervision
- Complete competency for safe operation of rubber tire backhoe, front end loader, skid steer
- Competence in the use of powered mobile equipment
- Follow instructions from supervisors and senior field staff
- Maintain a clean and safe work environment
Career Advancement:
- Opportunities to advance to Operator 1 with experience and training
Where We Work:
All work is performed on irrigation canal banks and properties owned by WID with significant time spent travelling from location to location throughout the boundaries of the District on public roads.
- We are seeking a dedicated and skilled tractor mower operator to join our Land and Business Development team. The ideal candidate will have a passion for outdoor work and possess the ability to maintain our irrigation right of way and canal banks.
- This role involves competency testing for operating a tractor with mower attachment and other related equipment.
- First Aid, TDG and WHMIS and minimum Class 5 license with clean abstract required.
- Western Irrigation will provide training based on candidate knowledge and experience as well as provide daily oversight and routine check-ins with the operator.
- Hours of operation: Monday to Friday 8 hours per day, (weather dependent), with anticipated employment from May to October.
Job Duties:
Operate a 141 HP tractor with mower attachment, operate trimmers, and other power tools to maintain areas assigned.
- Follow safety protocols while operating machinery and handling tools.
- Maintain equipment by performing regular checks, greasing, fueling and minor repairs as necessary.
- Collaborate with team members to complete projects efficiently.
Experience Requirements:
- Previous experience in operation of tractors
- Familiarity with operating hand tools and power tools effectively.
- Basic mechanical knowledge of troubleshooting equipment issues is an asset.
- Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions while maintaining a positive attitude.
- Strong attention to detail and a commitment to quality workmanship.
Please submit resume indicating SM2026 in the subject line.