Heavy Equipment Operator – Excavator Mainline Ditch

ROLE

We are currently recruiting for an upcoming project in Conklin, AB for the winter months of 2022/2023. The Heavy Equipment Operator is responsible for safely operating an Excavator for the Mainline Ditch crew.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Operate various types of heavy equipment to lift, move or place equipment or materials.
• Load and unload equipment.
• Be aware of situation hazards, including blind spots, pinch points, road crossings, power lines, conflicting right-of-way traffic and proper use of tag lines.
• Operate equipment safely in various terrains such as steep slopes.
• Perform daily safety and maintenance checks.
• Perform routine pre-operation inspection and maintenance on equipment.
• Fill out equipment log books.
• Clean, lubricate and refuel equipment.
• Communicate with the equipment spotter to discuss hand signals, blind spots etc.

Note: In addition to these duties personnel are required to carry out such other duties as may be reasonably required in order to support the objectives of the company.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Qualifications

• Valid Class 5 Driver’s License is considered an asset.
• Heavy Equipment Operator Certification is considered an asset.
• Various safety tickets/certificates as required depending on project.

Experience

• Junior: Minimum 3 years of experience as a Labourer preferably in pipeline construction.
• Intermediate: Minimum 3 years of experience as a Junior Heavy Equipment Operator.
• Senior: Minimum 5 years of experience operating heavy equipment.
• Experience working in Muskeg is considered an asset.

Skills and Knowledge

• Ability to read locate sheets and possible underground and/or overhead utilities.
• Knowledge of workplace safety requirements and procedures including but not limited to backing up procedures, use of spotters, signage, incident reporting, required personal protective equipment and lifting of heavy loads.
• Knowledge of equipment operation, cleaning and maintenance requirements
• Knowledge of pipeline construction industry.

WORKING CONDITIONS

This position is project/field based and often works within remote project locations. Travel and/or living in temporary accommodations is required. Must be able to work a 6 days on / 1 day off, 12-hour shift for the duration of the project.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS

The Heavy Equipment Operator reports to the crew Foreman. The position has no supervisory duties.

Note: Preference is given to local candidates and those from surrounding Indigenous Communities. Please highlight on your application if either of these apply.

Department: Project
This is a term-project based position