Trench Safety Installation Advisor

Company:
Finning Canada

Number of Openings:
1

Worker Type:
Permanent

Position Overview:

Location:

Calgary, Alberta

Schedule:

Full-Time | Monday to Friday

Travel:
Travel and out-of-town project assignments as required

Build Safer Job Sites Across Alberta

Are you passionate about construction and enjoy being the trusted expert on site? Do you have experience with excavation work, reading construction drawings, working with equipment, and guiding customers toward safe and effective shoring solutions?

We are looking for a Trench Safety Installation Advisor to support trench safety projects throughout the Calgary region. In this hands-on, customer-facing role, you will work directly with contractors and site supervisors to ensure trench shoring systems are installed safely, correctly, and in compliance with project requirements.

This position is ideal for someone who has worked on large construction sites, understands excavation and trenching activities, and enjoys solving problems in the field while building strong relationships with customers.

Job Description:

What You'll Do

Coordinate and oversee the installation of trench shoring systems on customer job sites

Review project drawings and site plans to ensure equipment is installed correctly

Advise customers on safe and effective trench shoring installation methods

Conduct site visits to assess project requirements and identify potential challenges

Deliver trench safety and product training to customers and project teams

Coordinate engineering support, equipment preparation, delivery schedules, and project logistics

Ensure all rental equipment is inspected and ready for use before deployment

Provide quotes and respond to customer inquiries by phone, email, and in person

Build and maintain strong relationships with contractors, project managers, and site supervisors

Support customer retention efforts through proactive follow-up and ongoing service

What We're Looking For

Experience working on commercial, industrial, civil, or heavy construction projects

Ability to read and interpret blueprints, site drawings, and construction plans

Previous experience operating construction equipment is considered a strong asset

Knowledge of excavation practices, trenching activities, and job site safety requirements

Strong communication skills with the ability to work directly with customers and construction crews

Comfortable presenting information and delivering training to groups

Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities

Ability to work independently while managing multiple projects and deadlines

Valid Class 5 driver's license with a clean driver's abstract

Preferred Qualifications

Post-secondary education or technical training in construction, engineering, civil infrastructure, or a related field

Experience working with trench shoring, excavation support systems, or underground construction projects

Ground Disturbance Certification

Excavation Safety Certification

Crane and Rigging Certification

Understanding of soil conditions, excavation hazards, and safe work practices

What We Offer

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits package

Company vehicle provided

Pension and retirement savings programs

Employee Share Purchase Plan

Paid vacation

Ongoing training and professional development opportunities

Opportunity to work with industry-leading trench safety solutions and construction professionals

Why Join Us?
This is a unique opportunity to combine your construction knowledge, technical expertise, and customer service skills in a role that has a direct impact on job site safety. Every day brings a new project, new challenges, and the opportunity to help customers complete critical excavation work safely and efficiently.

At Finning, we prioritize creating a diverse and inclusive environment. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we actively encourage all individuals to express themselves and achieve their full potential. As a company, we continuously strive to enhance our outreach to individuals of all backgrounds and identities. We do not discriminate against applicants based on gender identity, race, national and ethnic origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, marital and family status, and/or mental or physical disabilities.

Furthermore, Finning is committed to collaborating with and providing reasonable accommodations /adjustments to individuals with disabilities. If you require an adjustment/accommodation at any point during the recruitment process, please inform your recruiter.