Excavator Operator (Heavy Construction Equipment Operator, NOC 73400)
Employer: Volker Stevin Contracting Ltd.
Address: 7175 12 St SE, Calgary, AB T2H 2S6
Job Locations: The position requires travel to various locations in the Calgary region (AB).
Wage: $30 – $38 / hour (based on skill level; salary increases as per Company policy).
Employment terms and conditions: Permanent, Full-Time, 30 to 70 hours/week, Morning, Day, Weekend, Overtime
Benefits: Dental and health care plan; Life and ADD Insurance
Vacancies: 12
Anticipated start date: As soon as possible
Job requirements:
Language: Basic English
Education: Not required
Experience: 1 year of related experience
Industry experience: Industrial/commercial/institutional (ICI) construction, Road construction, Underground
Area of work experience: Backfilling, Ditching, Excavation, Land clearing, Sub-grade excavating, Trenching
Type of heavy equipment operated: Excavator, Grader, Packer, Bulldozer (large or small)
Work Site Environment: Work is performed in an outdoor setting, which could include inclement weather, heat, and humidity
Work conditions and physical capabilities: Physically demanding, Attention to detail, Fast-paced environment, Overtime required, Must be physically able to repetitively lift and carry at least 30 lbs on a regular basis
Own tools/equipment: Steel-toed safety boots
Security and safety: Driving record check (abstract) not required for the position, but may be needed to perform certain tasks, Must comply with the company’s drug and alcohol testing requirements
The ideal candidate for this position will possess the following:
Qualifications & Experience
Duties:
Reporting to the Foreman, the Excavator Operator is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of an Excavator to ensure the work completed is delivered according to Volker Stevin Contracting Ltd.’s company policies and procedures, Alberta Occupational Health and Safety, and contract specifications.
- Operate an excavator in a safe and appropriate manner, and maintain proper awareness of one’s surroundings while operating the excavator on public roadways.
- Clean and lubricate equipment, and refill equipment tanks.
- Operate computer-controlled equipment.
- Perform daily maintenance and safety checks of equipment.
- Ensure the trench is excavated to the proper depth/grade and, at minimum, meets OH&S requirements.
- Responsible for crane material and/or equipment at the worksite. Be aware of the proper rigging process.
- Follow the directions of the ground crew regarding excavation, grading, craning, and gravel placement.
- Operate Excavator within an active site occupied by other heavy equipment and ground personnel, maintaining proper awareness of one’s surroundings.
- Ensure a sound understanding of the issues involving ground disturbance.
- On occasion, as required, assist ground personnel.
- Operate other related equipment as required (e.g., grader, packer, etc.)
- Other related duties as required.
How to apply:
Online: https://www.cognitoforms.com/volkerstevincanada/_2024volkerstevincontractingheoapplication
By email: [email protected]
Veterans of the Canadian Armed Forces, Indigenous people, Visible Minorities, and Newcomers to Canada are welcome to apply.
About Volker Stevin Contracting
Since 1978 Volker Stevin Contracting Ltd. has been one of the premier civil contractors in the Calgary region. We are a well-established, and highly respected general contractor with a wealth of experience, and expertise in projects ranging from $10,000 to $150,000,000. We take great pride in delivering top quality projects on time, and on budget. As one of the larger local contractors, we have the personnel, resources, and equipment to ensure timely delivery of the projects to which we commit. Our resource pool offers us approximately 800 employees, from general laborers to the most highly skilled equipment operators, foremen, superintendents, and project managers, all within the City of Calgary and area.Apply now for Excavator Operator
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