Side Boom Operator - Alberta, Canada - Surerus Murphy Joint Venture

Surerus Murphy Joint Venture
Surerus Murphy Joint Venture
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Alberta, Canada

3 weeks ago

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_This job posting is active throughout the year, there is no immediate open position available.

We hire as needed, typically in the summer months and/or for seasonal requirements:
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ROLE:

Pipeline Side Boom/Pipelayer Operator


KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:


  • Operate side booms with 90t capacity or more (594, 587, PL87 etc.) to lift, move or place large diameter pipe up to 48".
  • Connect and operate Side Boom/Pipe Layer attachments, including stringing stick, jib, and winch, safely.
  • Operate equipment safely on all types of terrain with extreme caution and awareness of potential situational hazards to ensure site safety.
  • Operate safely with complete awareness of all personnel working around the machine.
  • Be aware of situational hazards, including blind spots, pinch points, road crossings, power lines, conflicting rightofway traffic, and proper use of tag lines.
  • Conduct pre and posttrip inspections, maintain equipment checklist, and identify and report any maintenance concerns with the equipment.
  • Read, understand, and implement equipment load charts.
  • Determine rigging configuration and capacity.
  • Troubleshoot and repair basic equipment problems.
  • Clean and lubricate equipment.
  • Operate twoway radios and other communication 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_
  • Various safety tickets/certificates as required depending on project.
  • Experience_
  • Junior: Minimum 3 years of experience operating side boom.
  • Intermediate: Minimum 5 years of experience operating side boom.
  • Senior: Minimum 10 years of experience operating side boom.
  • Steep slope experience is considered an asset.
  • Skills and Knowledge_
  • Strong understanding of safety procedures and policies.
  • Knowledge of the capacity of each component and the relationships between the length of the boom, boom angle, length of cable, and load limits.
  • Knowledge of rigging and hoisting techniques.
  • Knowledge of equipment operation, cleaning, and maintenance requirements.
  • 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 various pipeline construction activities (i.e., bending, stringing, lowering in, tieins).

WORKING CONDITIONS:

This position is 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 project.


REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS:

The Side Boom/Pipelayer Operator reports to the Foreperson of his/her crew.


IND

  • We thank all applicants in advance. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted._
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