Equipment Operator - Victoria, Canada - Copcan Civil

Copcan Civil

Verified Company

Victoria, Canada

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

beBee Recruiter

Description

NorLand Limited consists of multiple specialized businesses working together as one team towards common goals. We have the unique ability to undertake complex, multi-faceted public and private sector projects within a single project. Our businesses have been making
_Anything. Possible._ for over 65 years

Copcan Civil, part of NorLand Limited, is an award-winning civil construction company, operating from offices in Nanaimo, Victoria, Kelowna and Rossland. The company has been in business since 1970 and has successfully completed projects throughout Vancouver Island and the BC Interior, including highways and bridge construction, underground utilities, demolitions, marine infrastructure projects, private development, and various municipal works.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Operate an Excavator, in a safe and respectful manner at all times on sites
Operate as a productive member of a high functioning team to drive high quality results
Achieves maximum production with full attention to crew safety and the prevention of incidents
Perform daily preinspection machinery safety checks, equipment service and inspection log
Ensure effective communication at all times with the ground field crew
Report on project progress and any potential issues as they arise to Field Supervisors
Attend and be an active participant in all mandatory safety meetings

Qualifications:

Minimum 5 years working experience required on full size 40ton and 50ton size excavators.
Ability to operate backhoe, dozer, &/or loader an asset
Must have experience with various shoring types and excavations to maximum reach of digging depth
Must have experience working with pipe crews and is comfortable working in tight & deep spaces and in traffic
Must have experience digging around live systems, pull trench, cut slope or grade to finish tolerance
Understanding of Safety and the expectations to exceed safety standards
Selfmotivated with an ability to work independently and as part of a larger team
Holds a valid driver's license and has the ability to drive within the Province of BC
Fit to work ability to see, hear, walk, stand, lift up to 50 lbs
Basic Computer skills is required with an experience with GPS systems consider an asset
Ability to communicate in English both verbally and in writing
Good work ethic and willing to learn with the desire to produce quality results
Expected wage range: _$35.88 to $42.92 per hour (exact compensation may vary based on jobrelated knowledge, skills, experience, internal equity, and other criterion)

_We are committed to equity, diversity and inclusion in our recruitment and hiring practices._

Benefits of Working with COPCAN Civil:

Copcan has a comprehensive Occupational Health & Safety Policy and employee safety is a priority on all sites
We are committed to quality workmanship and the goal of doing things right the first time
Employees are supported by motivated and knowledgeable staff