Yard Crew Member - Class 1/3

Yard Crew Member

JOB TYPE | Permanent, Full-Time, Year-Round

LOCATION | Blackfalds, Alberta

DIVISION | Yard

START DATE | As soon as possible

Eagle Builders is a local, family-owned, and operated manufacturing construction company guided by Christian beliefs and values. We specialize in the design, engineering, fabrication, and building of precast concrete structures.

Position Summary

Do you excel in hands-on roles and enjoy keeping materials organized for efficient hauling? You’ll operate heavy machinery—shunt trucks, forklifts, overhead cranes, gantry cranes—to load, secure, and transport products and materials safely, following team-directed hand signals or radio communication.

Expect a physically demanding, outdoor role in all weather conditions, where you’ll manually move heavy loads, assist crane operators and riggers, and conduct pre- and post-shift inspections of equipment to ensure everything runs smoothly.

We’re seeking a dependable team player with a solid work ethic, able to follow safety protocols, tackle challenges with resilience, and thrive in a culture focused on innovation and continuous improvement. Your efforts will keep operations efficient, safe, and forward-moving.

Job Description

Safely operate a variety of equipment to load, unload, and move material and product (i.e.: overhead cranes, gantry cranes)

Assist with the rigging and signals of cranes

Responsible for general yard and loading bay laboring duties

Ensure the yard and shipping area is kept organized and clean

Adhere to company policies and procedures

Requirements

Valid Class 1 or 3 license, acceptable driver’s abstract

Available to work 10-12 hours/day Monday to Friday, occasional Saturday

Physically fit with the ability to perform physically demanding work for extended periods

Basic understanding of construction, equipment operating, overhead crane operating, and rigging

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail

Ability to work at heights, up to 16 feet

Follow instructions working with a team and independently

Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions

Proficient in both verbal and written English communication

Applicants will be required to complete a pre-employment assessment prior to hire

Local or willing to relocate to Central Alberta

Assets

Airbrake endorsement

What Eagle Builders Offers

Professional Growth: Access to personality and behavior assessments to optimize individual and team success. Opportunity for advancement and growth.

Comprehensive Benefits: 6% vacation pay, statutory holiday pay, extensive health coverage and wellness support.

Work-Life Integration: At Eagle Builders, family is at the heart of everything we do. That’s why we guarantee Sundays off and employees are typically home to spend weekends with their family.

Additional Perks: Clothing program, meal program, UFA Fuel Link Discount Card, employee appreciation events, and training roadmaps tailored to your career development.

Comprehensive Compensation: Competitive hourly wages based on experience, skillset with evaluations at three months and annually to recognize and reward contributions.

Join our team and experience a journey driven by collaboration, innovation, and perseverance.

Note: We appreciate all applications; however, only candidates selected for pre-screen will be contacted.