Excavator Operator

Excavator/Hoe Operator, Underground Construction

Employer: GS Construction

Business Address: 29211 Acheson Road, Acheson, AB T7X 6A8

Job Locations: The position requires travel to various locations in the Edmonton region (AB). The employer provides transportation when the job site is outside of the City of Edmonton.

Wage: $35.00 to $45.00 / hour (based on experience; salary increases as per Company policy); performance bonus per company policy.

Employment terms and conditions: Seasonal, Full-Time, 40 to 60 hours/week (weather-dependent), Morning, Day, Weekend, Overtime

Vacancies: 12

Benefits: Health benefits (medical, dental, and vision)

Job Requirements:

Language: Basic English

Education: Not required

Experience: 2 years of related experience

Area of work: Excavation, Ditching, Sloping, and banking, Material Handling

Work Setting: Sewers and water mains, Underground construction, Large diameter pipeline construction, Industrial/commercial/institutional (ICI) construction

Type of Equipment operated: Excavator/Hoe, Trencher (large or small)

Work Site Environment: Outdoors, Dangerous, Dusty

Work conditions and physical capabilities: Fast-paced environment, Physically demanding, Overtime required, Attention to detail

Weight handling: Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Personal suitability: Efficient interpersonal skills, Flexibility, Reliability, Team player

Own tools/equipment: Steel-toed safety boots

Security and safety: Must comply with the company’s drug and alcohol testing requirements

Duties:

The Excavator Operator reports to the Foreman and will be responsible for preparing the ground for pipeline installation as required.

• Operate heavy equipment (excavator/hoe), including Hydraulic Excavator,
• Clean and lubricate equipment and refill equipment tanks,
• Conduct pre-operational checks on equipment,
• Secure special attachments to equipment,
• Perform minor repairs to equipment,
• Ensure the trench is excavated to the specific depth/grade,
• Place water, storm, and sanitary sewer pipe in the excavation,
• Observe the condition of the equipment and materials used to ensure it meets the company’s standards,
• Report any possible problems or defects,
• Ensure all work is conducted in a safe and responsible manner,
• Follow directions of the ground crew regarding craning, gravel placement, and grading,
• Operate two-way radios and other communication equipment,
• Prepare accident reports,
• Know, understand, and ensure compliance with safety regulations,
• Ensure compliance with current ground disturbance regulations,
• Know and follow the company’s rules, policies, and procedures.

Veterans of the Canadian Armed Forces, Visible minorities, Indigenous people, and Newcomers to Canada, are welcome to apply.

Note: We appreciate every application we receive, but we can only contact the candidates who are selected to move forward in the hiring process.