Equipment Operator - Saskatoon, Canada - Aecon Construction Solutions Inc.

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ABOUT US

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION


Reporting to the appropriate site supervisor, the Equipment Operator will operate any of the following; Grader, Dozer, Hoe, Rock Truck, Packer, Tractor.

When not operating equipment, the Operator will be expected to work with the Labourers to prepare and clean up the construction sites, move materials and equipment and perform demolition, excavation and compaction activities.


ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Heavy equipment operators control equipment by moving levers or foot pedals, operating switches and/or turning dials
  • Handle and distribute construction materials (e.g. load and unload vehicles with supplies, equipment and construction materials; move tools, equipment and construction materials to and from work areas; remove rubble and other debris)
  • Excavate, backfill and compact subgrade (e.g. move and level earth using shovels and rakes, operate pneumatic tampers)

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

  • Operate heavy equipment safely
  • Experience with skid steers, excavators, rock truck,
  • Perform preventive maintenance tasks on Equipment
  • Read grade plans and use grade stakes in measuring the amount of earth to be moved
  • Follow directions that are spoken or given by hand signals
  • Physical strength and stamina
  • Manual dexterity
  • A safetyconscious attitude
  • The ability to work with others in a team
  • Must be willing to work in remote job locations

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

  • Repetitive movement
  • Able to perform in a fast paced environment
  • Continuously changing work tasks
  • Ability to work a significant amount of hours throughout the day
  • Ability to lift and work with materials weighing up to 25kg
  • Ability to work in all weather conditions and environment
  • Able to sit for long periods of time in cramped spaces
6/1 shift, 10 hours days


Salary:
$31.68-$41.85 per hour


Benefits:


  • Dental care
  • Extended health care
  • Vision care

Flexible Language Requirement:

  • French not required

Schedule:

  • 10 hour shift

Supplemental pay types:

  • Overtime pay

Application question(s):

  • 14/7 Rotation, 10 Hour Days, Camp provided, travel allowance for those who qualify.

Experience:

- equipment operating: 1 year (required)

  • Excavator: 1 year (preferred)
  • Dozer: 1 year (preferred)
Skid Steer: 1 year (preferred)


Work Location:
On the road

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